Explore articles, guides and practical advice to help you understand the role, what to expect, and whether becoming a Good Life Helper is right for you.

Find answers to common questions about your application and any issues you have in the process.

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My postcode isn’t listed. When will you be expanding to my area?

Will I have a guaranteed number of hours?

Who is a typical Good Life Sorted customer?

Will the customer's family be involved?

How do I get customers and can I choose who I visit?

Can I choose what days & times I work?

How far will I need to travel to visit customers?

What's the recruitment process?

What’s involved in the onboarding process?

Will I need insurance?

Will I need to provide personal care?

How do I manage my schedule?

What happens when I need cover for sickness or holiday?

How do I decide what hourly rate to charge and how does payment and commission work?

Is it an employed role? What's involved in being self-employed?

I've not worked in this sector before. Will I be suitable?

What support does Good Life Sorted provide?

What does self-employment mean?

How do I charge customers for mileage for transport or trips out?

What type of DBS do I need to become a Good Life Sorted Helper?

Who is Good Life Sorted and where do you operate?