Wigan is home to a thriving community with growing demand for quality home care. Families across the town are looking for compassionate, reliable carers to support their loved ones with elderly care, disability support, and companionship. Whether you're an experienced care professional or starting your career in care, Caree connects you directly with families in Wigan who need your support.
As a carer with Caree, you're not working for an agency—you're building your own home care business. Set your own rates, choose your own clients, and work the hours that suit you. Families in Wigan appreciate the personal touch of a carer who genuinely wants to be there, and we help make those meaningful connections happen.
With flexible working and the freedom to grow at your own pace, caring in Wigan with Caree offers the work-life balance many carers are looking for. Whether it's full-time support, weekend work, or a few hours each week, you decide what works best for you.
Why join Caree in Wigan?
Our platform is designed to help you find rewarding care opportunities
Flexible Schedule
Set your own availability and work when it suits you
Competitive Pay
Set your own rates and get paid securely through our platform
Meaningful Work
Build rewarding relationships with families who value your care
Supportive Community
Access resources and support from our dedicated team
Why work as a carer in Wigan?
Wigan is a close-knit community where families know the value of having a familiar, trusted face providing care. As a local carer, you'll become part of your clients' lives, building relationships that truly matter. You'll know the area, understand the local services, and be able to provide the kind of personal, consistent support that makes all the difference to families who need it most.
The demand for home carers in Wigan is strong across all care types—from supporting older adults to help with daily living, to enabling people with disabilities to live independently, to providing companionship for those who might otherwise feel isolated. Every family you work with gives you the chance to make a real, tangible difference in someone's life while building a sustainable career you can be proud of.
Benefits of being a Caree carer
With Caree, you keep far more of what you earn compared to traditional care agencies. You set your own hourly rates based on your experience and qualifications, and there are no agency fees eating into your income. You choose which families to work with, meaning you build a client base that suits your interests and strengths. Whether you specialise in elderly care, disability support, or just want variety, the choice is yours.
Caree provides the support and resources you need to succeed—from DBS check assistance and safeguarding guidance to ongoing professional development and a community of carers to share experiences with. You get the independence and control of self-employment combined with the backing of a platform that genuinely supports carer wellbeing. In Wigan, dozens of carers are already enjoying this freedom while earning competitive rates and building rewarding long-term relationships with the families they support.
Based on 47 customer reviews
"Caree makes me feel proud as a carer and helps my clients boost their confidence so they can live their best life. We are friends to our clients more than carers."
Reema K.
"The platform is so easy to use. We were able to find a carer for my father within days. The quality of care has been exceptional and the peace of mind is priceless."
James H.
"Caree is a platform that will help families find the right person to help and support their family member."
Blackburn with Darwen Carers Service
"I love working through Caree. The families I work with are wonderful, and the support from the team has been fantastic. It feels like a real community."
Priya S.
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Common questions from carers
Sign up as a carer on Caree and create your profile with your experience, qualifications, and availability. Families in Wigan searching for carers will see your profile, and you can accept care work that matches your preferences. You can also browse available families and send requests to those you'd like to work with. It's entirely up to you how active you want to be in finding work.
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