Caregivers for hire in Cairns, Queensland

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    124

    candidates

    Resume updated in last 6 months

  • Most popular skills

    Food Preparation
    8%
    Caregiving
    6%
    Customer Service
    4%
  • Education level

    Vocational or technical training
    40%
    High school diploma or GED
    31%
    Bachelor's degree
    23%
  • Years of experience

    1-2 years
    30%
    More than 10 years
    30%
    Less than a year
    20%
  • Current company

    • Woolworths LTD
    • Walmart
    • Right At Home
  • Time at current job

    Less than a year
    50%
    More than 5 years
    50%

Browse Indeed's database of 124 profiles for Caregivers in Cairns, Queensland

Last updated: 14 Nov 2026

Caregiver: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Cairns, Queensland: $70,102 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from $58,686 – $83,739 yearly
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*Indeed data (AU)

  • Personal care worker

    Kamerunga, Queensland

    Licenses & certifications

    Senior Secondary Certificate of EducationFirst Aid CertificationCertificate IIINational Police CheckCPR Certification

    Skills

    Communication SkillsLeadershipOrganisational SkillsCustomer ServiceFood PreparationStocking
  • Primary Carer

    Cairns, Queensland

    Licenses & certifications

    Certificate III in Hairdressing – SHB30416Full Driver LicenceFirst Aid CertificationWorking with Children CheckCertificate IIICertificate III in Individual Support+3 more

    Skills

    Communication SkillsTime ManagementPatient-Centred CareCaregivingADLsLife Skills Building
  • Retail Assistant

    Earlville, Queensland

    Licenses & certifications

    Community ServicesNDIS Worker Screening CheckDiploma of NursingCertificate IIFirst Aid CertificationCertificate III+6 more

    Skills

    Barista ExperienceLeadershipUpsellingCustomer ServiceFood PreparationServing
  • Disability Support Worker (Casual)

    Cairns, Queensland

    Licenses & certifications

    Certificate IIFirst Aid CertificationAssist Clients with Medication (HLTHPS006)Certificate IIICPR CertificationCertificate III in Hospitality+2 more

    Skills

    Barista ExperienceCommunication SkillsCustomer ServiceCleaningProcessing Cash TransactionsCashiering
  • Self Employed Cleaner

    Cairns, Queensland

    Licenses & certifications

    Full Driver LicenceRCGCertificate IIIRSA

    Skills

    CleaningCommercial CleaningResidential CleaningHousekeepingCleaning ExperienceEnglish
  • SUPPORT WORKER

    Cairns, Queensland

    Licenses & certifications

    Certificate IVFirst Aid CertificationCertificate IICertificate IIICPR CertificationMR Licence

    Skills

    Crisis InterventionSafe Work PracticesSafety Protocol AdherenceCaregivingADLsWork Health and Safety Mindset

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What's the average time to fill a caregiver role?

The average time to fill a caregiver role is 83 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.

What skills do caregivers tend to have?

According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a caregiver include: food preparation, caregiving and customer service.

What licenses or certifications are common for caregivers?

Common licenses or certifications for caregivers include: First Aid Certification, Certificate III and CPR Certification.

What are some job titles related to caregivers?

According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to caregivers include: retail assistant, personal care worker and SUPPORT WORKER.

What level of education is common for a caregiver?

Vocational or technical training is the most common level of education for a caregiver in Cairns, Queensland, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

How many years of experience is common for a caregiver?

Most caregivers have 8 years of professional experience.

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