RTO ID: 41597 | CRICOS Provider: 03540C
Entry-Level Aged Care Worker Salary (CHC33021 Qualified)
With CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (RTO 41597 | CRICOS: 115261A), entry-level aged care workers in Australia earn under the SCHA2022 Aged Care Award: base hourly rate of $27–$32 per hour depending on state and employer, plus 50% loading for Saturday shifts, 75% for Sunday shifts, and 150% for public holidays. A full-time entry-level aged care worker typically earns $52,000–$60,000 per year before loadings.
Experienced Aged Care Worker Salary (2–3 Years Experience)
After 2–3 years of experience, aged care workers move to the experienced rate: $30–$35 per hour base rate. With weekend and public holiday loadings factored in, experienced part-time workers can earn $35–$55 per hour on Sundays and public holidays. Annual earnings for experienced full-time workers reach $58,000–$68,000 base salary.
Aged Care Team Leader and Supervisor Salary (CHC43015)
With CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support (CRICOS: 115262M) and 3–5 years of experience, team leader and supervisor roles pay $32–$38 per hour. Annual salary for a full-time aged care supervisor ranges from $62,000 to $73,000 base, plus shift loadings and salary packaging.
What Is Salary Packaging?
Most Australian aged care providers offer salary packaging — meaning you can receive a portion of your salary as tax-free benefits (meals, accommodation, novated leases). For a full-time worker earning $60,000, salary packaging can increase your take-home pay by $4,000–$8,000 per year tax-free. This is a significant financial benefit on top of your base wage.
How to Increase Your Earning Potential
The fastest way to increase your aged care salary is to upskill: complete CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support (available at Clinton Institute's Melbourne campus), specialise in dementia care or medication assistance (premium rates), move into shift coordination or team leader roles, or pursue nursing qualifications (Bachelor of Nursing pathway from aged care is common).
Ready to Start?
Clinton Institute (RTO ID: 41597 | CRICOS Provider Code: 03540C) offers CHC33021 and CHC43015 at the Melbourne campus. Apply at clinton.edu.au/apply-to-study or contact admission@clinton.edu.au.