You have two options:
1-Eliminate the source - you said you could not, so proceed to option 2
2-Find a way to prevent leaf entry or quickest means of leaf removal once entered.
-leaf prevention = A pool cover or very tall screen
-leaf removal: there have been good many options here, but the more frequently you perform, the better it is. I work too and sometimes run the robot at midnight. No matter when you go home, feed the kids/etc., the last thing you can do is go empty the skimmers...make it a ritual per night, or every other night. Or, find a family that has a responsible young adult to do so 3 times a week [MWF] and you do T-Thur and weekends.
As Patrick stated, either you own the pool or it will own you. If your pumps craters, you're looking at WAY MORE than skimmer accessories. Get a plan. It will also eliminate all the negative energy you are spending on dealing w this issue.
Good luck and join the forum - you'll get your money back in the first week or two from many knowledgeable people that are here to help you - Happy Easter !!!