Do meaningful work.
On your own terms.
Join Newbridge Care as a self-employed Private Personal Assistant. Flexible, purposeful work supporting clients in your local community across Surrey and London.
The role
What does a Newbridge Care
Private Personal Assistant do?
Our Private Personal Assistants provide practical, non-clinical support to clients in their own homes, helping people live comfortably and independently, with a trusted, reliable presence by their side.
Companionship & welfare
Regular visits for social connection, conversation, and wellbeing check-ins. One of the most meaningful things you can offer a client living alone.
Shopping & errands
Collecting prescriptions, grocery shopping, posting letters, the everyday tasks that make a real difference to independence and peace of mind.
Light household support
Laundry, ironing, light cleaning and tidying. Helping clients maintain the home they want.
Meal preparation
Simple, nutritious meals prepared in the client's own home, supporting good nutrition and the pleasure of home-cooked food.
Medication reminders
Prompting clients to take their prescribed medication at the right time. This is a reminder and prompting service only. No administration of any kind.
Transport & accompanied trips
Accompanying clients to appointments, shops, or social outings, available if you hold appropriate business-use motor insurance on your own vehicle.
Understanding self-employment
Everything you get as a
Newbridge Care Private PA
Self-employment gives you real freedom. You choose your hours, your clients, and your pace. Here is exactly what that means when you work with us.
What you get with Newbridge Care
- You set your own availability and we match clients to your schedule, not the other way round
- You choose how many clients you take on and build gradually at your own pace
- You can accept or decline any client introduction, no penalties, ever
- You work locally and we never ask you to travel long distances
- You are free to work alongside other organisations simultaneously
- You receive a full induction, ongoing support, and a named Newbridge Care coordinator
- You earn £22–£30 per hour depending on the services you provide
- You are backed by a team with real NHS and social care experience
A couple of straightforward steps to get started
As a self-employed partner, you will need to register as self-employed with HMRC so your earnings are properly managed, it is a quick online process and HMRC's step-by-step guide is at gov.uk/working-for-yourself. You can register directly at gov.uk/register-for-self-assessment. You will also need to hold public liability insurance of at least £2 million, which is straightforward to arrange and typically costs as little as £60–90 a year. We will point you to the right providers when you apply. Our team is happy to walk you through both of these during your onboarding, you will not be doing any of it alone.
Is this right for you?
People who thrive
working with us
Our self-employed network includes people from all backgrounds. What they share is a genuine desire to support others and the reliability to do it consistently.
Returning to work
People who have been away from the workforce and want flexible, meaningful work that fits around family or personal commitments.
Semi-retired professionals
People reducing their workload but wanting to stay active and contributing, particularly those with NHS, education, or community backgrounds.
Community-minded people
People who already volunteer or are involved in community work and want to do something similar that also provides a sustainable income.
Carers with lived experience
People who have cared for a family member and want to use that experience to help others in a structured and supported way.
Portfolio workers
People who already have other flexible or part-time income and want to supplement it with purposeful, local, people-facing work.
What we need from you
Our requirements
We have kept our requirements as practical and accessible as possible, while maintaining the standards that allow families and GPs to trust our network.
Enhanced DBS certificate
A current enhanced DBS certificate is required before your first client introduction. If you do not have one, we will guide you through the application process.
Essential for all rolesPublic liability insurance
A minimum of £2m public liability insurance from a reputable UK insurer, in your own name, is required before your first client visit. Affordable policies typically start from around £60–90/year.
Essential for all rolesSmartphone and email access
You will need a smartphone to receive client updates and coordinate with our team. Basic smartphone literacy is all that is required.
Essential for all rolesBusiness-use motor insurance
Required only if you wish to offer transport services to clients. Class 1 or Class 2 business-use cover on your own vehicle. Not required for any other service type.
Transport services onlyThe process
From application
to first client
Most people are ready for their first client introduction within 2–3 weeks of applying. Here is what to expect.
Submit your application
Complete the short form below. It takes around 5 minutes. Tell us about yourself, your availability, and the services you are interested in offering.
Initial conversation
A Newbridge Care coordinator calls you within 2 working days for an informal chat, to learn more about you and answer any questions.
DBS Checks
We verify your DBS certificate. If you need a new one, we will guide you through applying. This usually takes 5–10 working days.
Induction
A brief online induction covering our standards, safeguarding, what to do in an emergency, and how we work. Typically 2 hours, completed at your own pace.
Your first client
We introduce you to a client in your area that matches your availability and services. You choose whether to proceed. No obligation at any stage.
Ready to join us?
Apply to work
with Newbridge Care
Tell us a little about yourself and we will be in touch within two working days.
Your application
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Questions answered
Frequently asked
questions
Can I do this alongside another job?
Yes. Because you are self-employed, you are free to work for other organisations at the same time, provided this does not conflict with any existing employment agreement you may have. Please let us know during your application if you are employed elsewhere.
Do I need care qualifications for Home Support roles?
No formal care experience or qualifications are required for Home Support roles. We look for kindness, reliability, and common sense above all. Our induction will give you everything you need to start with confidence.
Where can I get public liability insurance?
We point you to providers who offer affordable cover, typically from around £60–90 per year for £2m cover. Popular options include Markel UK, Hiscox, and Simply Business. We share all the details when you apply, and our team will help you through it.
How do I pay tax as a self-employed person?
You register with HMRC as self-employed and complete a Self Assessment tax return each year. As a guide, set aside approximately 20–25% of your gross earnings for tax depending on your personal circumstances. HMRC's help guide is at gov.uk/self-employed-national-insurance-rates. We recommend speaking to an accountant if you are new to self-employment.
How quickly could I get my first client?
Most people are matched with their first client within 2–3 weeks of applying, once references and DBS checks are complete. The main variable is how quickly your DBS check returns, standard applications usually come back within 5–10 working days.
What if a situation with a client concerns me?
You will never be left to manage a difficult situation alone. Our induction covers safeguarding and escalation clearly, and a Newbridge Care coordinator is always reachable during working hours. We will give you clear guidance on what to do in any situation before your first client introduction.
Can I choose which area I work in?
Yes. You tell us your postcode or local area and we only introduce you to clients who are near you. We will never ask you to travel unreasonable distances, and you are always free to decline any introduction for any reason.