MBS Derrimut – Social Enterprise

What is SLES?

SLES is an NDIS-funded support for school leavers (aged 18–22). It focuses on building job readiness over two years after school and is tailored to the individual’s employment goals.

What It Includes:

• Resume and interview preparation
• Work experience placements
• Social and communication skills
• Travel training
• Time management and independence
• Work readiness skills

Pathway to Open Employment, Supported Employment, Traineeships, or Further Study:

1. Develop foundational employment skills through training and real-world practice.
2. Explore different job types through placements.
3. Build confidence, independence, and a personalised work plan.
4. Transition to open employment, supported employment, a traineeship, or further study.

Try a Career: Hands On Industry Training

Participants have the opportunity to explore different career pathways through practical, hands-on training and real-world experience. Career areas include:

• Hospitality  food preparation, customer service, and kitchen skills
• Administration office skills, computer tasks, organisation, and communication
• Commercial Cleaning  workplace safety, equipment use, and industry standards
• Health Services introduction to support roles and workplace expectations
• Barista Training  coffee preparation, customer service, and café operations

Participants can build confidence, develop practical workplace skills, and discover areas of interest before transitioning into employment or further study. Support is also available to assist participants in accessing additional accredited training, including:

• Forklift Training (License)
• Other relevant industry certifications aligned with individual employment goals

This pathway supports informed career choices and helps participants move toward open employment, supported employment, traineeships, or further education with the right skills, qualifications, and confidence.

Garden (Supported Employment)

Working in the garden team as a supported employee is a positive, hands-on opportunity to learn new skills, build confidence, and be part of a friendly, supportive team while working outdoors.

Who can join

We welcome people who:

• Enjoy being outdoors and working with others
• Want to learn new practical skills
• Are looking to build confidence and independence
• Value being part of a supportive team

How we support you

We:

• Provide professional, team based support
• Work at your pace and build on your strengths
• Offer clear guidance and encouragement
• Help you set and achieve your own goals

What you’ll experience

You’ll:

• Take part in real gardening and landscaping tasks
• Learn new skills in a safe environment
• Be part of a friendly and inclusive team
• Gain experience that supports future opportunities

Key outcomes

You can expect to:

• Build practical gardening skills
• Grow in confidence and independence
• Improve teamwork and communication skills
• Achieve personal goals and celebrate your progress