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Find meaningful work with disability employment support that helps you build skills, gain experience and earn your own money. We’re here every step of the way as you discover your strengths and grow your career.
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Aruma supported employment photo with two of our supported employees

Our disability employment services

Ready for work. Ready for life. Build skills. Get hired. Go further. Whether you’re exploring work for the first time or ready to step into a job, we help you discover your strengths and build confidence.

Our Work Ready Program (formerly School Leavers Employment Support) lets you try different roles and gain hands-on experience before you commit. Our Supported Employment program offers real jobs with real wages in supportive workplaces where you can grow your skills.

With over 400 supported employees working across our social enterprise businesses in Australia, we prove that meaningful work and the right support create real opportunities. Through the Aruma Way, we keep you safe, provide effective training, and work in partnership with you and your support network to help you thrive at work.

A woman gaining work experience surrounded by plants at Summerland Farm during the Work Ready Program

Work ready program

Build the skills you need to get hired. Our Work Ready Program (formerly School Leavers Employment Support) helps you try different jobs, gain hands-on experience and discover what work suits you best. From worksite tours to hands-on placements, you explore roles before you commit.

A supported employee in high-vis workwear mowing a lawn for Aruma Facilities Management supported employment

Supported employment

Earn real wages in a supportive workplace. Join our team, build your confidence and get the training and support you need to succeed at work. Our supported employment roles are designed around your strengths and career goals. You’ll work alongside experienced mentors who provide on-the-job training, help you develop new skills and support you every step of the way.

A supported employee smiling while packing boxes at Aussie Biscuits, Aruma's social enterprise in Forbes

Social enterprises

Real businesses creating real jobs. Our social enterprises employ over 400 people with disability across Australia, from Aussie Biscuits, Summerland Farm to facilities management. These aren’t just workplaces – they’re thriving businesses delivering quality products and services to real customers nationwide.

In their words

What our participants say

Don’t just take our word for it, hear the experiences of those that have benefited from our disability services.