Aged care recruitment in Newcastle
Aged care recruitment for providers in Newcastle
CrossNation is based in Victoria and serves aged care providers in Newcastle and the Hunter. We recruit assistants in nursing (AINs), personal care assistants (PCAs), enrolled nurses and registered nurses from candidates already in Australia and from overseas. Our fee is 12% of the candidate's annual salary, with a 90-day placement guarantee.
What do the Census numbers say about Newcastle?
Newcastle and Lake Macquarie had 390,519 residents at the 2021 Census and a median age of 40, compared with 39 in New South Wales and 38 in Australia.
10,881 people (2.8% of residents) were aged 85 years and over, compared with 2.3% in New South Wales and 2.1% in Australia.
The industries employing the most people in Newcastle and Lake Macquarie included Hospitals (except Psychiatric Hospitals), Other Social Assistance Services, Aged Care Residential Services.
Aged Care Residential Services employed 4,908 people (2.6% of employed residents), compared with 2.2% in New South Wales and 2.1% in Australia.
These are ABS 2021 Census figures. They describe the area, not CrossNation's own placements.
Age and income in Newcastle and Lake Macquarie
| 2021 Census | Newcastle and Lake Macquarie | New South Wales | Australia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age (years) | 40 | 39 | 38 |
| Median weekly household income | $1,676 | $1,829 | $1,746 |
| Median weekly family income | $2,129 | $2,185 | $2,120 |
| Median weekly personal income | $793 | $813 | $805 |
Source: ABS 2021 Census QuickStats: Newcastle and Lake Macquarie (retrieved 3 October 2026). Counts with the share of residents or employed residents in brackets, exactly as the ABS prints them.
Older residents of Newcastle and Lake Macquarie
| 2021 Census | Newcastle and Lake Macquarie | New South Wales | Australia |
|---|---|---|---|
| 65-69 years | 21,783 (5.6%) | 416,493 (5.2%) | 1,298,460 (5.1%) |
| 70-74 years | 19,889 (5.1%) | 372,234 (4.6%) | 1,160,768 (4.6%) |
| 75-79 years | 15,112 (3.9%) | 268,110 (3.3%) | 821,920 (3.2%) |
| 80-84 years | 10,206 (2.6%) | 183,409 (2.3%) | 554,598 (2.2%) |
| 85 years and over | 10,881 (2.8%) | 183,895 (2.3%) | 542,342 (2.1%) |
Source: ABS 2021 Census QuickStats: Newcastle and Lake Macquarie (retrieved 3 October 2026). Counts with the share of residents or employed residents in brackets, exactly as the ABS prints them.
Industries employing the most people (top responses)
| 2021 Census | Newcastle and Lake Macquarie | New South Wales | Australia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hospitals (except Psychiatric Hospitals) | 10,890 (5.8%) | 153,159 (4.2%) | 545,158 (4.5%) |
| Other Social Assistance Services | 7,439 (4.0%) | 87,430 (2.4%) | 278,221 (2.3%) |
| Aged Care Residential Services | 4,908 (2.6%) | 80,859 (2.2%) | 258,274 (2.1%) |
| Takeaway Food Services | 4,815 (2.6%) | 66,951 (1.8%) | 232,691 (1.9%) |
| Supermarket and Grocery Stores | 4,766 (2.6%) | 92,329 (2.5%) | 299,810 (2.5%) |
Source: ABS 2021 Census QuickStats: Newcastle and Lake Macquarie (retrieved 3 October 2026). Counts with the share of residents or employed residents in brackets, exactly as the ABS prints them.
Open CrossNation jobs in Newcastle
What do aged care wages cost?
Wages are separate from our fee and follow the Aged Care Award 2010 or an enterprise agreement. The award sets direct care level 2 (Direct Carer) at $1,307.80 a week and level 3 (Qualified, Certificate III) at $1,376.70 a week for full-time employees from 1 July 2026, and superannuation is paid on top at 12%. These are award minimums, the same in every state.
How does hiring in Newcastle work with CrossNation?
- You send the role, location, start date and whether you want candidates already in Australia, overseas, or both.
- We search for candidates who match the brief and record their qualification, registration and work rights status so you can check it.
- You interview the shortlist and choose who to offer.
- We coordinate the offer with you and the candidate. Our fee is 12% of the candidate's annual salary, with a 90-day placement guarantee.
Questions from employers in Newcastle
What does recruitment for Newcastle employers cost?
Our fee is 12% of the candidate's annual salary, with a 90-day placement guarantee.
Where is CrossNation based?
CrossNation is based in Victoria (VIC 3978) and recruits for employers in every state and territory, including Newcastle and New South Wales. Send the enquiry form and a recruiter replies by email.
Which roles can you recruit in Newcastle?
Assistants in nursing (AINs), personal care assistants (PCAs), enrolled nurses, registered nurses and care coordinators.
Can you recruit candidates who already live in New South Wales?
We recruit candidates who already live in Australia and have work rights, as well as candidates overseas. Tell us which pool you prefer in the enquiry form and we will say what we can do for a start date and the Hunter.
Can CrossNation sponsor overseas workers or give visa advice?
No. CrossNation is a recruitment agency, not a registered migration agent. Sponsorship is the employer's decision and visa applications need a registered migration agent. This is general information, not migration advice. Speak to a registered migration agent.