Program Overview & Sponsorship Criteria

ANZSCO Unit Code 272511
Assessing Authority Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW)
Migration Skills List Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL)
Remuneration Benchmark TSMIT $73,150 AUD + Super (Market range: $85,000 - $115,000)

Australian Visa Sponsorship Pathways

Subclass 186 ENS Direct Entry PR, Subclass 482 TSS, and Subclass 494 Regional.

Under current Department of Home Affairs guidelines, qualified overseas candidates nominated for ANZSCO 272511 by an approved Standard Business Sponsor (SBS) may access:

  • Subclass 482 (TSS Visa): Employer-sponsored 2 to 4 year work authorization with full family secondary work and schooling rights.
  • Subclass 186 (ENS PR): Permanent residency transition via the Temporary Residence Transition (TRT) stream after 2 years or direct entry nomination.
  • Subclass 494 (Regional SESR): 5-year provisional regional visa leading directly to Subclass 191 Permanent Residency after 3 qualifying years.

Official Australian Workplace Scope & Duties

  • Conducting risk assessments and safety plans for vulnerable children and families.
  • Navigating statutory child protection legislation and court proceedings.
  • Connecting families with mental health, housing, and domestic violence support.

Skills Assessment & Qualification Standards

Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) requires an accredited Bachelor or Master of Social Work including minimum 980 hours of supervised field placement.

📋 Candidate Compliance Tip:

Australian employers require verified proof of English proficiency (IELTS/PTE), genuine qualifications, and an official skills assessment outcome letter from Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) to lodge Subclass 482/186 nominations.

Current Verified Openings (20)

Accredited Australian Standard Business Sponsors

Department of Families, Fairness and Housing • Melbourne, VIC Verified Sponsor
Subclass 482 TSSSubclass 186 ENS $90,000 - $140,000 AUD ANZSCO: 272511 Full-time

The Department of Families, Fairness and Housing (DFFH) works hard to create equal opportunities for all Victorians to live a safe, respected and valued life. Our areas of focus are child protection, housing, disability,...

Posted 2026-10-15
Department of Families, Fairness and Housing • Sydney, NSW Verified Sponsor
Subclass 482 TSSSubclass 186 ENS $90,000 - $140,000 AUD ANZSCO: 272511 Full-time

The Department of Families, Fairness and Housing (DFFH) works hard to create equal opportunities for all Victorians to live a safe, respected and valued life. Our areas of focus are child protection, housing, disability,...

Posted 2026-10-13
Rise Child and Youth Services PTY • Sydney, NSW Verified Sponsor
Subclass 482 TSSSubclass 186 ENS $90,000 - $140,000 AUD ANZSCO: 272511 Full-time

We are inviting dedicated, compassionate, and dynamic individuals to join our team in the Toowoomba area as Casual Child and Youth Workers. Who we are: At RISE Child and Youth Services, we are dedicated to making differe...

Posted 2026-10-10
Department of Families, Fairness and Housing • Sydney, NSW Verified Sponsor
Subclass 482 TSSSubclass 186 ENS $90,000 - $140,000 AUD ANZSCO: 272511 Full-time

The Department of Families, Fairness and Housing (DFFH) works hard to create equal opportunities for all Victorians to live a safe, respected and valued life. Our areas of focus are child protection, housing, disability,...

Posted 2026-10-01