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Personal Support Worker (PSW)

Average Personal Support Worker (PSW) Salary in South Africa

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R100,971
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (ZAR)
25%
ZAR 89k
MEDIAN
ZAR 101k
75%
ZAR 163k

The average salary for a Personal Support Worker (PSW) is R100,971 in 2025

Base Salary
R89k - R163k
Bonus
R2k - R14k
Total Pay
R35k - R413k
Based on 10 salary profiles (last updated Jun 10 2023)
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Common Health Benefits for a Personal Support Worker (PSW)

Medical
25%
None
75%

Gender Breakdown for Personal Support Worker (PSW)s

Female
75.0%
Male
25.0%
This data is based on 4 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Personal Support Worker (PSW)s

What is the highest pay for Personal Support Worker (PSW)s?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Personal Support Worker (PSW) is ZARNaN / year

What is the lowest pay for Personal Support Worker (PSW)s?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Personal Support Worker (PSW) is ZARNaN / year

How can Personal Support Worker (PSW)s increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Personal Support Worker (PSW) is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Personal Support Worker (PSW) that oversees more junior Personal Support Worker (PSW)s, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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