Support workers in Dapto, NSW
Dapto is served by a growing network of NDIS support workers across Wollongong, NSW — disability support workers, registered and enrolled nurses and allied health assistants available now in and around Dapto 2530. Around 31 NDIS providers operate nearby, supporting an estimated 696 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 Dapto — FAQs
- How many support workers are available in Dapto?
- Novida lists support workers open to work across Dapto and the surrounding Wollongong, 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 Dapto?
- Support workers in Dapto 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 Dapto?
- 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 Dapto 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 Wollongong?
- Yes — many support workers in Dapto have a driver licence and their own vehicle and support participants right across Wollongong, NSW. Availability and start dates are listed on each profile.