 Carey spent 6 months at Coventry City under Peter Reid and was in and out of the first team, playing 27 games in all competitions, before then Bristol City manager Brian Tinnion signed him back after his contract was cancelled.On 4 August 2012, Carey was given a testimonial against local rivals Bristol Rovers, which City won 3-0.Carey made his 500th appearance in all competitions for Bristol City on 15 March 2008.