NDIS glossary
Support worker
A person who provides hands-on help to participants, such as personal care, community access or household tasks. Also called a disability support worker or carer.
Related terms
- Verified support worker (Goodo badge)A Goodo badge showing identity was checked, along with an active ABN or employer authorisation, an NDIS Worker Screening Check clearance and the NDIS Worker Orientation Module.
- NDIS Worker Screening CheckA national check, run by state and territory screening units, on whether a person poses a risk to people with disability.
- NDIS Worker Orientation ModuleFree online training from the NDIS Commission for workers.
Guides that mention Support worker
Support workers
ABN and insurance for sole trader NDIS support workers
Working for yourself as a support worker? Learn the basics of an ABN, invoicing plan-managed clients, GST, insurance to ask about, and where to get advice.
Updated 11 October 2026 · 5 min read
Support workers
How to become an NDIS support worker in Australia
A step-by-step guide to starting as an NDIS support worker: employee or sole trader, checks and training you may need, and how to find work safely.
Updated 11 October 2026 · 5 min read
Support workers
How to choose an NDIS support worker you can trust
A practical guide to finding, checking and choosing a support worker: what to ask, which checks matter, how to run a trial and what to do if it is not working.
Updated 11 October 2026 · 5 min read
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