Support workers in Preston, VIC
Preston is served by a growing network of NDIS support workers across Darebin, VIC — disability support workers, registered and enrolled nurses and allied health assistants available now in and around Preston 3072. Around 80 NDIS providers operate nearby, supporting an estimated 1,721 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 Preston — FAQs
- How many support workers are available in Preston?
- Novida lists support workers open to work across Preston and the surrounding Darebin, VIC — 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 Preston?
- Support workers in Preston 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 Preston?
- 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 Preston 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 Darebin?
- Yes — many support workers in Preston have a driver licence and their own vehicle and support participants right across Darebin, VIC. Availability and start dates are listed on each profile.