SCHADS Award Pay Rates Calculator
Full pay rates, penalty rates, and break rules for the Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Industry Award 2010 (MA000100).
Last verified: 2 August 2026Quick Answer
The SCHADS Award (MA000100) Level 1 base rate is $27.55/hr for permanent employees and $34.44/hr for casuals (incl. 25% loading). Common roles: Disability support worker, Community worker, Home care worker, Social worker.
Classification Pay Rates — SCHADS Award
| Level | Classification | Base Rate | Casual Rate | Weekly (38 hrs) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Level 1 | SCHADS Level 1 | $27.55 | $34.44 | $1,046.90 |
| Level 2 | SCHADS Level 2 | $36.22 | $45.28 | $1,376.36 |
| Level 3 | SCHADS Level 3 | $40.49 | $50.61 | $1,538.62 |
| Level 4 | SCHADS Level 4 | $46.70 | $58.38 | $1,774.60 |
| Level 5 | SCHADS Level 5 | $53.43 | $66.79 | $2,030.34 |
| Level 6 | SCHADS Level 6 | $58.37 | $72.96 | $2,218.06 |
| Home Care L1 | Home Care Employee Level 1 | $27.28 | $34.10 | $1,036.64 |
| Home Care L2 | Home Care Employee Level 2 | $28.86 | $36.08 | $1,096.68 |
| Home Care L3 | Home Care Employee Level 3 | $29.45 | $36.81 | $1,119.10 |
| Home Care L4 | Home Care Employee Level 4 | $32.13 | $40.16 | $1,220.94 |
Rates effective July 2025 Annual Wage Review. Casual rate includes 25% loading.
Penalty Rates — SCHADS Award
| Penalty Type | Multiplier | Level 1 Rate | Level 1 Casual |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saturday | 150% | $41.33 | $51.66 |
| Sunday | 200% | $55.10 | $68.88 |
| Public Holiday | 250% | $68.88 | $86.10 |
| Afternoon shift (finishes after 8pm) | 113% | $30.99 | $38.75 |
| Night shift (finishes after midnight / starts before 6am) | 115% | $31.68 | $39.61 |
| Overtime (first 2 hours) | 150% | $41.33 | $51.66 |
| Overtime (after 2 hours) | 200% | $55.10 | $68.88 |
Penalty rates are calculated on the base hourly rate. Casual penalty amounts use the casual loaded rate as the base.
Break Entitlements — SCHADS Award
| Shift Length | Meal Break | Rest Break | Paid? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Up to 5 hours | — | — | No |
| 5–7.6 hours | 30 min | — | No |
| 7.6–10 hours | 30 min | 10 min | Yes |
| 10+ hours | 60 min | 20 min | Yes |
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Frequently Asked Questions — SCHADS Award
What is the minimum pay rate under the SCHADS Award?
The minimum base rate under the Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Industry Award 2010 (MA000100) is $27.55 per hour for a Level 1 full-time or part-time employee. Casual employees at Level 1 receive $34.44 per hour, which includes the 25% casual loading.
What are the penalty rates under the SCHADS Award?
Penalty rates under the Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Industry Award 2010 vary by the type of work. Saturday: 150% ($41.33/hr at Level 1). Sunday: 200% ($55.10/hr at Level 1). Public Holiday: 250% ($68.88/hr at Level 1). Afternoon shift (finishes after 8pm): 113% ($30.99/hr at Level 1). Night shift (finishes after midnight / starts before 6am): 115% ($31.68/hr at Level 1). Overtime (first 2 hours): 150% ($41.33/hr at Level 1). Overtime (after 2 hours): 200% ($55.10/hr at Level 1). These are calculated on the base rate, not the casual loaded rate.
How many classification levels are there in the SCHADS Award?
The Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Industry Award 2010 has 10 classification levels, ranging from Level 1 at $27.55/hr to Home Care L4 at $32.13/hr.
What breaks am I entitled to under the SCHADS Award?
Break entitlements under the Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Industry Award 2010 depend on shift length. Up to 5 hours: no meal break. 5–7.6 hours: 30-minute meal break. 7.6–10 hours: 30-minute meal break + 10-minute rest break (paid). 10+ hours: 60-minute meal break + 20-minute rest break (paid).
What jobs are covered by the SCHADS Award?
Common job titles covered by the Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Industry Award 2010 include Disability support worker, Community worker, Home care worker, Social worker, Youth worker, Case manager, In-home carer, Domestic assistant. The award applies to the Disability & Community Services industry. If you're unsure whether this award covers your role, use our Award Finder tool.
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