Disability Support Worker Salary in Newcastle (2026)

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Disability Support Workers in Newcastle earn a median salary of $80,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $66,903 and $92,279. That sits 16% below Newcastle's all-roles median of $95,289. Figures are based on 27 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Newcastle in the last 30 days.

▲ High demand Top 25% of roles by listing volume in Newcastle ↑ +2 listings vs last month
💰 Disability Support Worker · Newcastle
ADVERTISED RANGE
$66,903 – $92,279
Median: $80,000
May $71k
Jun $80k
↑ Trending up

Based on 2-month data — short-term movement only.

Mid level $66,903 – $92,279
Overall $66k–$92k Mid $66k–$92k $64k $70k $76k $82k $89k $95k
⚠ Low confidence 27 listings (+2 vs last month) · 05/07/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from advertised employer bands on Seek.com.au. Figures represent what employers publicly advertise and may differ from actual compensation. Sample size is small — treat figures as indicative.

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Bottom 10%  $66,903 Median  $80,000 $92,279  Top 10%

Understanding the Newcastle Market

Based on 27 listings, treat as directional. The standout number is momentum: the Newcastle disability support worker median jumped $8.5k on the month, from $71.4k to $80k, one of the biggest single-month moves in the batch. That $80k now matches Brisbane, Melbourne and Adelaide, so Newcastle has closed the gap to the larger markets. It sits about 16% below Newcastle's city median, which is normal for community-care work.

Take Home Pay (based on median $80,000)

Weekly (net)
~$1,191
Monthly (net)
~$5,161
Annual (net)
~$61,933
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $89,200

Take-home calculated using 2025-26 ATO tax rates, no HECS debt, full Australian residency. Total package adds 11.5% superannuation to base salary. Adjust for your situation →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a good starting salary for a junior Disability Support Worker in Newcastle?
The floor is around $67k (p10). A new support worker starts near there, and the lift toward the $92k top comes from a Certificate III in individual support, a driver's licence with a clean record, and willingness to take complex-needs or overnight shifts that attract loadings.
Is $80,000 a good salary in Newcastle?
Depends. At $80k the median runs 16% below Newcastle's city median and nets about $62k, which is typical for the care sector and helped by Newcastle's lower cost of living than the capitals. The sharp recent rise is the real signal here: NDIS-driven demand is pulling wages up, so the gap to the city median is narrowing.
How much does a Senior Disability Support Worker make in Newcastle?
The band tops at about $92k, and there is no separate senior tier in the data. Higher earnings come from taking on team-leader or coordinator roles, supporting participants with complex or high-intensity needs, or adding qualifications that move you toward allied-health support such as occupational therapy assistance.

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Disability Support Worker salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Newcastle
Newcastle (this page) $80,000 —
Brisbane $83,071 +4%
Adelaide $80,000 ~same
Gold Coast $80,000 ~same
Melbourne $80,000 ~same

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