Want to get stuck into work? That’s where our Work Ready Program (formerly School Leaver Employment Supports) can help you learn the skills to find a job!
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Are you ready to find your first job? Is it time to change jobs? Or are you finishing up high school?
If you want to build your skills and become confident to enter the workforce, then Aruma’s Work Ready Program is for you!
Our Work Ready Program supports you to kick-start your career by building up your confidence and matches your skills and interests to find a job you love.
It can support you to:
At Aruma, our Work Ready Program is designed just for you. With our support, you can build the skills you need to land the job you want.
There’s a huge range of skills you can learn to get you job ready. These include:
Yes! Work experience and work site tours are a valuable part of our Work Ready Program.
By getting involved in work experience and tours of various worksites, you get a ‘sneak peek’ at different work environments to see what you like and what is suitable for you.
The practical skills you will learn in the work environment can be taken into any new job!
We know people learn in different ways, so we want you to have the choice and control.
Our supports are delivered in an adult learning environment and include hands on experience in the workplace. You’ll always be able to learn at your own pace, with as much or as little support as you need from our knowledgeable mentors and trainers.
Not only can we help you get job ready, we can also offer direct pathways to your new career.
Did you know Aruma runs many successful commercial businesses? And has been doing this for almost 60 years? Pretty incredible, right? And you could be part of it.
Our businesses deliver services Australia wide in metro and regional communities, providing employment to over 600 people living with a disability.
Plus, we can also connect you with businesses in your local area for valuable work placement opportunities.
Imagine getting a taste of your dream job while building the skills and confidence to take that next step into open employment.
Want to know if our Work Ready Program is right for you? Contact us to get in touch with our customer service team.
In New South Wales, Aruma currently provides the Work Ready Program (formerly School Leaver Employment Supports – SLES) in Alstonville, Forbes, Newcastle, Port Macquarie and Taree.
In Queensland, the program is currently available in Burleigh Heads.
Services will be starting in Tamworth and Armidale soon, along with new locations in Qld and Vic.
*Your area not listed? Please get in touch to find out more!
Taster: We have a taster program available for eligible year 12 students. Contact us to find out what it’s all about!
The Work Ready Program (formerly School Leaver Employment Supports – SLES) is funded under Finding and Keeping a Job, Employment Assistance in your NDIS plan. You can also access funding under Core or Capacity Building.
Please note: We bill in line with the NDIS Price Guide, which generally increases annually.
Got questions? Want to find out more about our Work Ready Program? Our team is ready to help.
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