Disability Support Worker Salary in Newcastle (2026)

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Disability Support Workers in Newcastle earn a median salary of $85,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $70,000 and $135,000. That sits 6% above Newcastle's all-roles median of $79,824. Figures are based on 31 jobs advertised in Newcastle in the last 30 days.

▲ High demand Top 10% of roles by listing volume in Newcastle
💰 Disability Support Worker · Newcastle
ADVERTISED RANGE
$70,000 – $135,000
Median: $85,000
Aug $85k
Sep $85k
→ Stable

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

Mid level $70,000 – $135,000
Overall $70k–$135k Mid $70k–$135k $67k $82k $96k $110k $124k $139k
Moderate confidence 31 listings · 30/09/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 31 job listings for this role and city, all sourced from Seek.com.au. Of those, 51.5% stated a salary directly. The remaining 48.5% carried a range estimated from the listing, so this median blends advertised and estimated pay. Figures represent what employers advertise and may differ from actual compensation.

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Bottom 10%  $70,000 Median  $85,000 $135,000  Top 10%

Understanding the Newcastle Market

Newcastle is the best-paying disability support market in the country at $85,000, with the median unchanged and listings flat at 31. The Gold Coast sits at $82,000, Adelaide and Brisbane at $81,000, and Melbourne, Sydney and Perth between $75,000 and $80,000. The 77% spread running $70,000 to $135,000 is the widest for this role anywhere, and that $135,000 ceiling is well above what any other city offers. At 52% salary disclosure the figure is reasonably well supported.

Take Home Pay (based on median $85,000)

Weekly (net)
~$1,254
Monthly (net)
~$5,434
Annual (net)
~$65,208
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $94,775

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?
Entry is $70,000, and most listings are full-time award positions rather than casual shifts. A Certificate III in Individual Support, an NDIS worker screening check and a driver's licence cover the baseline. Medication endorsement, complex bowel care and behaviour support training are what lift pay within the band.
Is $85,000 a good salary in Newcastle?
Yes, which is unusual for this role. At $85,000 a disability support worker earns 6.5% above Newcastle's all-roles median of $79,000, with take-home near $1,254 a week and low living costs. It is the highest figure for this role in the country. Newcastle is one of only two markets in this report where care work clears the local benchmark.
How much does a Senior Disability Support Worker make in Newcastle?
The ceiling is $135,000, by far the highest disability support ceiling in this report, which suggests some clinical or specialist behaviour roles sit in this sample. Positive Behaviour Support training is the qualification NDIS providers fund separately. Registered nursing in Newcastle at $100,000 is the study route that resets the range.

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Disability Support Worker salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Newcastle
Newcastle (this page) $85,000 0%
Gold Coast $82,004 -4%
Adelaide $81,470 -4%
Brisbane $81,016 -5%
Melbourne $80,000 -6%

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