💼 Work Ready Program (SLES)

Building Skills, Confidence & Pathways to Employment

The NDIS Work Ready Program, formerly known as School Leaver Employment Supports (SLES), helps participants develop the skills, confidence, and practical experience needed to move towards meaningful employment, further education, training, volunteering, and greater independence.

Our program focuses on building capacity and developing real-world skills rather than simply finding a job. Participants are supported to explore their strengths, discover career interests, develop workplace skills, and gain practical experience that prepares them for future employment opportunities.

Every participant's journey is unique. That's why our Work Ready Program is tailored to each participant's interests, goals, abilities, and support needs, helping them build a pathway towards a future that is meaningful to them.

Whether you're transitioning from school, preparing for employment, exploring vocational opportunities, or building independence, our Work Ready Program provides practical support every step of the way.

💬 What Makes Our Work Ready Program Different

Our program combines practical learning, real-world experiences, workplace skill development, and personalised mentoring in a supportive environment.

Participants don't simply learn about employment—they actively develop the communication, teamwork, confidence, organisation, and problem-solving skills needed to succeed in the workplace and community.

The focus is on building capacity, confidence, and independence while helping participants prepare for meaningful vocational pathways.

🧠 Program Focus

Career Exploration – discovering strengths, interests, abilities, and future career opportunities.

Workplace Skills – communication, teamwork, customer service, problem-solving, and workplace expectations.

Job Seeking Skills – resumes, job applications, interview preparation, and employer communication.

Independence Skills – travel training, digital literacy, money management, and community participation.

Real-World Experience – workplace visits, volunteering, industry exposure, and supported work experience opportunities.

Every participant is supported at their own pace through practical learning activities, mentoring, and individual goal planning.

💼 Key Areas of Development

🎯 Career Discovery & Employment Planning

Participants work with mentors to identify strengths, interests, and employment goals while developing a personalised pathway towards future employment, training, volunteering, or further education.

🤝 Workplace Skills & Confidence

Participants develop practical workplace skills including communication, teamwork, reliability, problem-solving, professional presentation, customer service, and understanding workplace expectations.

📄 Job Seeking & Employment Preparation

Participants learn how to create resumes, complete job applications, prepare for interviews, communicate with employers, and confidently pursue employment opportunities.

🚍 Independence & Community Participation

Participants build the everyday skills that support employment success, including travel training, digital literacy, money management, personal organisation, and community participation.

🏢 Work Experience & Industry Exposure

Participants may have opportunities to visit workplaces, meet employers, participate in volunteering, explore industries, and gain practical workplace experience in supportive environments.

🌟 Typical Outcomes

By participating in our Work Ready Program, participants may:

  • Build confidence and independence
  • Improve communication and teamwork skills
  • Develop workplace readiness
  • Gain practical work experience
  • Improve digital and life skills
  • Increase social confidence
  • Explore career pathways and industries
  • Develop employment and job-seeking skills
  • Prepare for employment, volunteering, traineeships, apprenticeships, or further education

🌟 NDIS Alignment

The Computer Shop Experience aligns with both Core and Capacity Building supports under the NDIS.

Core – Assistance with Social & Community Participation

  • Builds communication and self-confidence
  • Encourages teamwork and social interaction
  • Promotes inclusion through shared group activities

Capacity Building – Increased Social & Community Participation

  • Develops practical life and employment skills
  • Improves problem-solving and adaptability
  • Builds independence, responsibility, and confidence
  • Strengthens decision-making and collaboration

💡 Included as Part of Your Program

  • 💼 Employment Skills, Confidence & Independence

    Participants work alongside experienced mentors who provide guidance, encouragement, and practical support throughout their employment journey.

    Programs are engaging, supportive, and tailored to individual goals, allowing participants to develop skills at a pace that suits them.

    No previous employment experience is required—just a willingness to learn, build confidence, and explore new opportunities.

  • 🌈 The Vibe

    Expect a positive, supportive, and goal-focused environment where participants can build confidence, develop practical skills, and prepare for the future.

    From workplace communication and interview preparation to industry exposure and community participation, every activity is designed to help participants become more independent, confident, and work ready.

⏰ Program Availability

  • Monday – Friday

    🕐 10:00am – 5:00pm
Pricing

📍 Aussie IT Services

26 Beenleigh Redland Bay Road
Loganholme QLD 4129

✅ Individual Employment Coaching

✅ Group Workshops

✅ Workplace Skills Development

✅ Job Seeking Support

✅ Work Experience Opportunities

✅ Community Participation & Independence Training

✅ Employment Pathway Planning

✅ Confidence Building & Mentoring

Contact us to discuss how our Work Ready Program can support your employment goals.