Support workers in Kotara, NSW
Kotara is served by a growing network of NDIS support workers across Newcastle, NSW — disability support workers, registered and enrolled nurses and allied health assistants available now in and around Kotara 2289. Around 14 NDIS providers operate nearby, supporting an estimated 248 local participants.
Most support workers hold a Cert III or IV in Individual Support or Disability, a current NDIS Worker Screening Check, first aid and a driver licence. Pay follows the SCHADS Award — typically $30–$48 an hour depending on classification, shift and casual loading.
Support workers in Kotara FAQs
- How many support workers are available in Kotara?
- Novida lists support workers open to work across Kotara and the surrounding Newcastle, NSW — disability support workers, registered and enrolled nurses and allied health assistants, with new profiles added as workers join.
- How much do support workers earn in Kotara?
- Support workers in Kotara are paid under the SCHADS Award (MA000100). Indicative rates run from about $30 an hour for an entry-level disability support worker to around $48 an hour for senior roles, with casual employees earning a 25% loading on top. Always confirm current rates with the Fair Work Ombudsman.
- How do I hire a support worker in Kotara?
- Browse the available worker profiles, then sign in and send an invitation to apply. You don't need to be a registered NDIS provider — self-managed and plan-managed participants can hire directly, and a worker's contact details stay private until they accept.
- What checks and qualifications do support workers in Kotara have?
- Most workers hold a current NDIS Worker Screening Check, a Working with Children Check, first aid and a Cert III or IV in Individual Support or Disability. Registered and enrolled nurses add AHPRA registration and high-intensity support skills.
- Can support workers travel across Newcastle?
- Yes — many support workers in Kotara have a driver licence and their own vehicle and support participants right across Newcastle, NSW. Availability and start dates are listed on each profile.