Support Workers for hire in Cairns, Queensland

Find support workers who assist individuals with disabilities and provide personal care, ensuring comfort and safety while promoting independence and well-being. Indeed Smart Sourcing matches you with quality talent in Cairns, Queensland to make your hiring faster and simpler.

  • Ready to work now

    824

    candidates

    Resume updated in last 6 months

  • Most popular skills

    Time Management
    7%
    Customer Service
    6%
    Communication Skills
    6%
  • Education level

    Vocational or technical training
    47%
    High school diploma or GED
    38%
    Bachelor's degree
    9%
  • Years of experience

    More than 10 years
    50%
    3-5 years
    30%
    1-2 years
    10%
  • Current company

    • Just one recruitment
    • E4 Recruitment
    • Signature Staff
  • Time at current job

    2-5 years
    50%
    Less than a year
    33%
    1-2 years
    17%

Browse Indeed's database of 824 profiles for Support Workers in Cairns, Queensland

Last updated: 24 Oct 2026

Support Worker: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Cairns, Queensland: $102,378 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from $71,660 – $146,262 yearly

*Indeed data (AU)

  • Youth Worker

    Cairns, Queensland

    Licenses & certifications

    White CardFull Driver LicenceCommunication SkillsLeadershipCertificate IVFirst Aid Certification+3 more

    Skills

    Time ManagementCommunication SkillsBartendingHospitalityFood ProductionCleaning
  • 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
  • Community Support Worker

    Cairns, Queensland

    Licenses & certifications

    Warehouse ExperienceInventory ControlInventory ManagementCertificate IIIOrganisational Skills

    Skills

    Time ManagementCommunication SkillsOrganisational SkillsDispatchingFreight Documentation ManagementClient Invoicing
  • Disability Support Worker

    White Rock, Queensland

    Licenses & certifications

    White CardDriver LicenceCertificate IIWorking with Children CheckConstruction Induction Card (White Card)Blue Card+2 more

    Skills

    Communication SkillsCaregivingWorking with Older AdultsAged CareOlder AdultsCustomer Service
  • Disability Support Worker

    Cairns, Queensland

    Licenses & certifications

    Community ServicesWhite CardCertificate IIEducationCertificate IIIManual Handling+8 more

    Skills

    Communication SkillsGroup WorkComplaint HandlingCustomer Complaint ResolutionRespectful CommunicationEnglish
  • Disability Support Worker

    Cairns, Queensland

    Licenses & certifications

    Driver LicenceFirst Aid CertificationWorking with Vulnerable People RegistrationWorking with Children CheckCertificate IIICertificate III in Individual Support+3 more

    Skills

    Communication SkillsCaregivingExperience Working with Individuals with DisabilitiesRecord-KeepingMedical DocumentationCare Documentation

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What's the average time to fill a support worker role?

The average time to fill a support worker role is 66 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.

What skills do support workers tend to have?

According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a support worker include: time management, customer service and communication skills.

What licenses or certifications are common for support workers?

Common licenses or certifications for support workers include: First Aid Certification, Certificate III and Blue Card.

What are some job titles related to support workers?

According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to support workers include: disability support worker and youth / support worker.

What level of education is common for a support worker?

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

How many years of experience is common for a support worker?

Most support workers have 10 years of professional experience.

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