Shared Lives Carers

Please do not click the ‘Apply’ button, instead complete the application form below and send it to bslcarersenquiries@brent.gov.uk 

Brent Shared Lives is seeking compassionate people to open their homes and support adults who need care and support. By becoming a Shared Lives Carer, you can make a real difference to someone's life while receiving payment for your role

Brent is a tremendously vibrant London borough where the iconic arch of Wembley Stadium dominates the skyline. Spanning both inner and outer London, it is a borough of huge contrasts in terms of its economic, environmental, ethnic and social make up. Brent’s diversity is evident to all who visit our borough and our long history of ethnic and cultural diversity has created a place that is truly unique and valued by those who live and work here.

The Post

Brent is seeking compassionate, committed, and community-minded individuals to join our dedicated network of Shared Lives Carers.  

Make a real difference in someone’s life – and your community.

Shared Lives carers offer a safe, welcoming home for adults who need support to live independently. Whether it’s short breaks or long-term living, you provide companionship, support, and care in a family environment.

Shared Lives Carers support adults aged 18 and over who need extra support to live independently. This may include people with:

• Learning disabilities
• Physical disabilities
• Mental health needs
• Dementia
• Support needs after hospital discharge

You might provide care for a few hours, a weekend, or move in long-term – it’s flexible and shaped around you!

Brent Shared Lives carers are paid for their time and expenses, and for many, this role has become a full-time career. 

We provide full training, regular support and opportunities to meet other carers. 

For many carers, they find this is more than a job – it’s a way of life that’s deeply rewarding.

The Person

Our carers are dedicated to making a difference to the lives of those they support.

You don’t need formal care experience – just the right values and a willingness to share your home and some of your passions. To become a carer, you must:

• be at least 18 years old
• live in the UK full-time or have leave to remain
• have time and space to support someone either full or part-time
• have a spare bedroom (if offering overnight support)
• be supported by your household.
• Caring, patient, and supportive
• Committed to providing consistent care and stability

You will be asked to complete an assessment, which includes background checks, interviews, training, and home visits.

What We Offer:

• Earn a generous amount of £437.68 - £596.18 per adult (depending on needs and experience)
• Free training and continuous professional development
• Peer support groups and networking opportunities
• Invitations to social events, celebration days, and recognition awards

How to Apply

If you’re ready to make a difference, we want to hear from you!

You will be guided through the next steps which can include an initial call, home visit, and full assessment.

To apply, please contact:

Phone: 020 8937 3335 
Email: bslcarersenquiries@brent.gov.uk 

 

If you want more information regarding fostering for Brent please visit our website  https://www.brent.gov.uk/adult-social-care/housing-and-care-home-options/shared-lives#what

As a reminder, please do not click the ‘Apply Now’ button, please send over your application form to the email address above.  

Brent Council values the diversity of its community and aims to have a workforce that reflects this and therefore encourage applications from all sections of the community. We positively encourage all applicants to self-identify their characteristics in the diversity survey section in the application.

We are committed to safer recruitment and safeguarding and promoting the welfare of  adults aged 18 and over who need extra support to live expect all carers  to share this commitment. Applicants should be aware that posts working with vulnerable adults are subject to an Enhanced DBS check as well as other employment clearances. 

As a disability confident employer Brent welcomes applications from people with all disabilities, including hidden disabilities and mental health conditions. We will interview any disabled applicant who meets the essential criteria. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made to any part of the recruitment process due to your disability, please contact us on recruitment@brent.gov.uk

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