At the start of the 2012–13 season, Carrington made his first start, playing in the defensive–midfield, in the opening game of the season, with a 0–0 draw against Brentford. Carrington managed to established himself in the first team in the 2012–13 season despite injuries. Carrington finished the season, making twenty–one appearance and at the end of the 2012–13 season, Carrington was among sixteen players to be released by the club following their relegation to League Two, as well as, their financial problems.