Australia needs tens of thousands of aged-care workers, and employers are hiring right now. The good news: you do not need an agent or middleman taking a cut — apply directly to these five legit employers and recruiters. Below: who they are, how to apply step by step, what you will need, and how to avoid scams.
1. Opal HealthCare — One of Australia’s largest aged care providers, with 140+ care communities across the country. Apply on the official website
2. Estia Health — 70+ aged care homes across Victoria, South Australia, New South Wales and Queensland. See careers on the official website
3. Bolton Clarke — Australia’s largest independent not-for-profit aged care provider, supporting over 130,000 people. See careers on the official website
4. Global Talent Agency — Recruits aged-care workers internationally for Australian providers, with visa pathway support. See aged-care roles
5. Healthcare Australia — One of the country’s largest healthcare recruiters. Note: their job ads generally state sponsorship is not available, so you will need existing Australian work rights. See jobs on the official website
How to apply — step by step.
Step 1: Check you qualify. Most aged-care roles need valid Australian work rights (or a visa pathway), functional English, a police check, and often a Certificate III in Individual Support (or willingness to get it).
Step 2: Prepare an Australian-style CV. Keep it to 2 pages, put care experience first, include referees. No photo, no date of birth.
Step 3: Apply direct. Use the official links above — never through a WhatsApp “agent” or a Facebook comment.
Step 4: What happens next. Shortlisted candidates get a phone or video interview, then reference and police checks. The employer issues the offer letter — only then does any visa process start.
What you will earn. Aged-care award pay in 2026 runs roughly $32–$46/hour depending on the role, shifts and experience.
Before you apply — check the full requirements. Australia Caregiver Jobs for Foreigners 2026: PR Pathway, Requirements, Qualifications & Legit Agencies — This guide covers the PR pathway, English test, skills assessment and costs in detail.
Considering care work in another country? NHS Healthcare Assistant Jobs in the UK for Foreigners 2026
Never pay for a job offer. Legit employers never ask for upfront fees before an interview. Walk away from anyone who guarantees a visa or PR for money, asks you to pay for your own sponsorship, or recruits through WhatsApp and Telegram messages.
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