Aged care jobs in Australia
1,112 care requests an aged care worker could take on were submitted across Australia in the last 90 days. Register free to see the ones still open.
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How it works
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Open care requests within 30 km of your suburb that match your services and funding types show on your dashboard, and each new one is emailed to you: area, needs, funding and timing, with contact details shown when you choose to contact them.
You contact the ones that fit
Choosing to contact a request shows you the contact details, and up to two workers can contact each one, so acting early helps. Providers hiring in your area can also see your profile and reach out to you directly. Either way, you decide which requests to pursue and which conversations to take.
Care requests across Australia
1,112
requests in 90 days
474
in the last 30 days
36
aged care worker profiles on Carevo in the same area
In the 90 days to 6 November 2026, people across Australia submitted 1,112 care requests through Carevo that an aged care worker could take on. The services asked for most were personal care, household help and social support. The suburbs with the most were Melbourne (47), Sydney (40), Brisbane City (36) and Perth (30). 474 of the 1,112 arrived in the last 30 days.
43% of these requests were sent by the person needing care, and 37% by a family member or carer. 62% asked for support to start within a week, so a quick reply counts for a lot here.
Where the requests came from
- Melbourne, VIC47 requests
- Sydney, NSW40 requests
- Brisbane City, QLD36 requests
- Perth, WA30 requests
- Adelaide, SA23 requests
- Woolloongabba, QLD10 requests
- Werribee, VIC9 requests
- Kingston, TAS8 requests
- Geelong, VIC7 requests
- City, ACT6 requests
A suburb is named only when it has at least three requests of any kind in the window. Distances are straight lines between suburb centres.
Counted from care requests submitted through Carevo between 9 August 2026 and 6 November 2026, in the service categories aged care worker work covers. They are enquiries from people looking for support, not advertised vacancies, and some will have been filled.
Support work requested across Australia
Care requests submitted through Carevo in the last 90 days in service categories related to aged care worker work, newest first. These are examples of recent demand, not confirmed open vacancies or evidence that each request needs this specialist role. Check the scope, credentials and current status before contacting anyone.
Support coordinator in Northam, WA needs social support
NDIS, plan-managed · starting in the coming weeks
Family carer in Concord, NSW needs personal care and social support
NDIS, agency-managed
Family carer in Queensland needs personal care
privately funded · needs to start soon
Older person in Waterfall, NSW needs personal care
Home Care Package / Support at Home · needs to start soon
Support coordinator in Swan Hill, VIC needs social support
NDIS, plan-managed · planning ahead
Support coordinator in Roxburgh Park, VIC needs personal care and household help
NDIS, plan-managed
Family carer in Albury, NSW needs household help and personal care
CHSP-funded · planning ahead
NDIS participant in Wollongong, NSW needs nursing and personal care
planning ahead
Older person in Kallangur, QLD needs personal care
CHSP-funded
Family carer in Wallaroo, SA needs personal care and household help
Home Care Package / Support at Home · needs to start soon
Support coordinator in the North Shore region, NSW needs personal care and social support
NDIS, plan-managed
Support coordinator in Erina, NSW needs personal care and social support
NDIS, plan-managed · needs to start soon
1,100 more related care requests across Australia in the last 90 days. Register your profile to see them in full and contact the ones that fit (contact details are shown when you choose to contact a request, and up to two workers can contact each request).
Requests are anonymised: no names, contact details or health information are stored or shown. A suburb is named only when it has at least three requests in the window; otherwise the region is shown. Who is asking and the timing are inferred from the request by Carevo's classifier, and timing is described in the past tense once a request is more than 30 days old. Regenerated from Carevo's database at each deployment. How we calculate these numbers.
How the work across Australia is funded
Of the 1,015 requests that stated how the support would be paid for, 40% were NDIS plan-managed, 25% were funded by a Home Care Package or Support at Home and 15% were CHSP-funded.
- NDIS, plan-managed40% (407)
- Home Care Package or Support at Home25% (254)
- CHSP15% (148)
- Privately funded8% (84)
- NDIS, self-managed6% (65)
- NDIS, agency-managed4% (41)
- DVA2% (16)
Share of the 1,015 requests that stated a funding type. Who can deliver a support under each NDIS arrangement is set by the NDIA: ways to manage your funding.
Responses and competition across Australia
1,024
had a provider respond
207
had an independent worker respond
66
had no response from any provider or worker
Carevo sent out 1,089 of these requests. A provider responded to 1,024 and an independent worker responded to 207. No independent worker responded to the other 882; a provider responded to 816 of those. 66 (6%) had no response from any provider or worker through Carevo. Each request goes to providers as well as workers, and up to two independent workers can contact it, so a request with no response on the day it arrives may not stay that way.
36 aged care worker profiles on Carevo list a suburb across Australia. Against 1,112 requests in 90 days, that is about 31 requests for each profile. Profiles are self-reported and not all are active, and providers respond to the same requests.
Aged Care Workers already on Carevo
- aged care workers registered
- 36aged care workers registered
- active this week
- 2active this week
- with self-declared safety checks
- 32with self-declared safety checks
Register your profile to see the care requests near you, contact the ones that fit, and be visible to providers hiring. Availability is as each worker reported it.
Muhammad
Aged Care Worker
Will travel up to 45 minutes. Drives their own insured vehicle. Helps with personal care, meal preparation and cleaning. Available weekdays, weekends and overnights, and says they can start immediately.
- Working with Children Check
- Police Check
- First Aid
- NDIS Worker Screening Check
- Insurance
Reported by the worker. Carevo has not sighted or verified these documents; ask to see them before engaging anyone.
Darwin
Location
1+ yrs
Experience
5
Checks
Darwin
Location
1+ yrs
Experience
5
Checks
Muhammad
Aged Care Worker
Can work as an employee or under their own ABN. Will travel up to 30 minutes. Drives their own insured vehicle. Helps with transport, cleaning and community outings.
- Working with Children Check
- Police Check
- First Aid
- NDIS Worker Screening Check
- Insurance
Reported by the worker. Carevo has not sighted or verified these documents; ask to see them before engaging anyone.
Kings Meadows
Location
5+ yrs
Experience
5
Checks
Kings Meadows
Location
5+ yrs
Experience
5
Checks
Hassan
Aged Care Worker
Works under their own ABN as a sole trader. Helps with transport, meal preparation and community outings. Available weekdays, weekends and overnights, and says they can start immediately.
- Working with Children Check
- Police Check
- First Aid
- NDIS Worker Screening Check
Reported by the worker. Carevo has not sighted or verified these documents; ask to see them before engaging anyone.
Darwin City
Location
2+ yrs
Experience
4
Checks
Darwin City
Location
2+ yrs
Experience
4
Checks
Prativa
Aged Care Worker
Can work as an employee or under their own ABN. Will travel up to 70 minutes. Helps with personal care, cleaning and community outings. Works with older people and people with mental health support needs.
- Working with Children Check
- Police Check
- First Aid
- NDIS Worker Screening Check
- Insurance
Reported by the worker. Carevo has not sighted or verified these documents; ask to see them before engaging anyone.
Perth
Location
5
Checks
Perth
Location
5
Checks
Bishowram
Aged Care Worker
Available weekdays, weekends and overnights, and says they can start immediately. Helps with personal care, respite and cleaning.
- Working with Children Check
- Police Check
- First Aid
- Insurance
- NDIS Worker Screening Check
Reported by the worker. Carevo has not sighted or verified these documents; ask to see them before engaging anyone.
Hobart
Location
3+ yrs
Experience
5
Checks
Hobart
Location
3+ yrs
Experience
5
Checks
Natnicha
Aged Care Worker
Speaks Thai. Available weekdays, weekends and overnights, and says they can start immediately. Can work as an employee or under their own ABN. Will travel up to 20 minutes.
- Police Check
- First Aid
- NDIS Worker Screening Check
Reported by the worker. Carevo has not sighted or verified these documents; ask to see them before engaging anyone.
Gosnells
Location
1+ yrs
Experience
3
Checks
Gosnells
Location
1+ yrs
Experience
3
Checks
The provider network you would join
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4,070
aged care providers listed in the Carevo directory
4,539
care requests submitted through Carevo with aged care funding
How we calculate these numbers, including the difference between providers listed and providers active in the last 30 days.
Providers in the Carevo network
Some of the aged care worker-relevant providers across Australia, ordered using service relevance and activity on Carevo. Register your availability and providers like these can see your profile and contact you.
What Does an Aged Care Worker Do?
Aged care workers support older people to live comfortably and safely in their own homes or in residential settings. Day to day, the work involves personal care such as bathing, dressing, and grooming, as well as meal preparation, medication prompting, light household tasks, and transporting clients to appointments or activities.
Beyond the practical side, aged care work is about building trust with clients and their families. You get to know someone’s routine, their preferences, and the little things that matter to them. That consistency makes a real difference to the people you support in Australia.
The role can suit people who prefer morning shifts helping clients start the day, or those who are available for evening and weekend support. Hours vary depending on client needs and provider arrangements.
Who You Would Support
Most aged care clients are older Australians living at home with funding through the Home Care Packages program or the Support at Home program. Some also access services through the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) for disability-related supports.
In Australia, providers typically support clients across a range of needs, from those who are largely independent and need only occasional assistance, through to clients with dementia or complex health conditions who need daily care across multiple visits.
How Carevo Works for Workers
Carevo is not a job board with fixed vacancies. It works differently: you register your availability, qualifications, and the types of support you can offer. Carevo then presents your profile to its network of aged care and NDIS providers operating in and around Australia.
When a provider has a client who matches your skills and location, they reach out to you directly. You review the opportunity and decide whether it suits you. There is no obligation to accept every enquiry, and you can update your availability at any time. Participants and families who arrange their own support reach out the same way.
This model suits workers who want to be found by the right providers rather than applying to dozens of listings. Carevo lists providers and does not endorse them, so check a provider’s registration and terms yourself before you agree to work with them.
What Qualifications You Will Need
Most aged care roles require a Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) or a comparable qualification. If you are still working towards this, some providers will consider applicants with relevant experience, particularly for lower-complexity support roles.
You will also need a current National Police Check and, for clients with disability funding, an NDIS Worker Screening Check. A current First Aid certificate and manual handling training are standard requirements across most providers in Australia.
If you are looking for aged care jobs with no experience in Australia, some providers will still consider you for lower-complexity support roles while you complete your Certificate III.
What providers look for
The experience and qualities providers in the Carevo network look for in a aged care worker.
Checks and credentials
The checks and credentials providers ask for in aged care worker work, with indicative cost and timing. Which ones apply depends on the provider (registered or unregistered NDIS, or aged care), whether the role is risk-assessed, and your state. You can register your availability with Carevo before every check is finalised.
Varies, around $50 to $80 · Valid 3 years (renewed by employers), often issued within days
Varies by state, $112 (NSW) to $163 (ACT) · Valid 5 years Australia-wide; no unit publishes a guaranteed turnaround (Victoria quotes up to 3 weeks after employer verification)
Around $90 to $160 · 1-day course, valid 3 years (refresh CPR every 12 months)
Around $200 to $2,000 (often subsidised or free via state programs) · 5 to 6 months, includes 120 hours of work placement
Free to around $150 (often provided by employer) · Half-day to 1-day course, refreshed annually
Free · Online, around 90 minutes
Varies (licence renewal around $30 to $100 per year) · Ongoing, must remain current
What aged care worker pay looks like
Aged care workers in residential aged care are paid under the Aged Care Award direct care classifications, with rates reflecting the October 2025 work-value increase; those delivering aged care in clients' homes may instead be covered by the SCHADS Award home care stream.
$0 to $100 an hour
| Weekday | $33 to $37 an hour |
|---|---|
| Saturday | $49 to $56 an hour |
| Sunday | $57 to $65 an hour |
| Public holiday | $82 to $93 an hour |
Casual employees receive a 25% loading on top of these rates (often quoted as roughly $41 to $47 an hour for ordinary casual hours).
How that compares, as of 1 July 2026
$36.22–$40.49
an hour · SCHADS Award minimum, Level 2–3 full-time (Fair Work pay guide)
$73.58
an hour · NDIS price limit for standard weekday self-care support: the most a provider can bill a participant's plan for that hour, which funds wages, on-costs and overheads. A service price cap, not a worker wage (Pricing Schedule 2026–27)
Work out your own rate with the SCHADS award tool or the pay rate calculator.
Indicative hourly rates based on the Aged Care Award (MA000018), reviewed October 2025 (Fair Work pay guides). Modern award rates are national and do not vary by state. Pay is set by each provider and can be higher under an enterprise agreement. General information only, not financial advice.
How getting care work compares
Most care workers find work by searching a job board or signing on with an agency. Carevo works differently: you register once, the care requests near you come to your dashboard and inbox, and you choose which to contact. Providers hiring can contact you as well.
| Job board | Care agency | Carevo | |
|---|---|---|---|
| How you get work | Search listings and apply to each one | The agency offers you shifts as they arise | Register once; see the requests near you and contact the ones you want. Providers can contact you too |
| Who sets the arrangement | The provider you apply to | The agency, usually as a casual employee | You and the provider or participant, agreed directly |
| Ongoing effort | Keep searching and applying as listings expire | Stay available for shift offers | Keep your profile and availability current |
| Choice over work | You choose what to apply for | You can decline the shifts the agency offers | You choose which offers to take up |
| Cost to you | Free | Free to you; the agency takes a margin on your rate | Free to register; no cut of your pay |
| Main trade-off | Time spent searching; listings can be out of date | Less say over which provider or client you get | Depends on demand for care near you |
Working for yourself
If you plan to take on participants directly rather than joining a provider team, these guides cover the practical side.
Frequently asked questions
Does Carevo have aged care worker jobs I can apply for?
Carevo is not a traditional job board. Instead of applying for fixed listings, you register your availability and credentials once. Real care requests within 30 km of your suburb that match your services and funding appear on your dashboard and are emailed to you as they arrive. You contact the ones that fit, and the contact details are shown when you do. Providers hiring aged care workers can also see your profile and contact you.
Does it cost anything?
Creating a profile and seeing the requests near you is free. To contact a request you need the Support Worker Plan: $99 a month (ex GST) for up to 5 contacts a month, with a 7-day free trial. Carevo charges no commission and takes no cut of what you earn.
What do I need to start aged care worker work?
Most providers ask for a current Police Check and an NDIS Worker Screening Check (the screening check is legally required for risk-assessed roles with registered NDIS providers, and widely requested otherwise), plus any role-specific licences or qualifications. You can register your interest before every check is finalised and let providers know what is still in progress.
How soon will I see requests?
As soon as your profile is live: open requests near you that match your services and funding are on your dashboard immediately, and new ones are emailed to you when they arrive. How many there are depends on demand in your area. Providers hiring may also contact you, on their own timing.
Do I have to take every request?
No. You choose which requests to contact and which providers to talk to. Registering simply shows you the requests near you and makes you visible to providers seeking workers near you.
Related roles
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Suburbs with the most requests
- Brisbane City, QLD 36
- Woolloongabba, QLD 10
- Werribee, VIC 9
- Kingston, TAS 8
- City, ACT 6
- Shepparton, VIC 6
- Toowoomba City, QLD 6
- Capalaba, QLD 5
- Geraldton, WA 5
- Mackay, QLD 5
- Northam, WA 5
- Sans Souci, NSW 5
- Albury, NSW 4
- Bega, NSW 4
- Campbelltown, NSW 4
- Carnegie, VIC 4
- Clyde North, VIC 4
- Coffs Harbour, NSW 4
- Diamond Creek, VIC 4
- Dubbo, NSW 4
- Griffith, NSW 4
- Helensvale, QLD 4
- Holden Hill, SA 4
- Maroubra, NSW 4
- Nelson Bay, NSW 4
- Point Cook, VIC 4
- Port Augusta, SA 4
- St Kilda, VIC 4
- Thurgoona, NSW 4
- Ulladulla, NSW 4
- Yarrawonga, VIC 4
- Bargara, QLD 3
- Benalla, VIC 3
- Bulleen, VIC 3
- Bundoora, VIC 3
- Burnie, TAS 3
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