Howard Clark is a passionate teacher. His long career started at a primary school, from which he transitioned to St Patrick’s College in … an all-boys school, where he has been teaching for 26 years. After taking on a variety of roles, Howard now teaches mathematics and religion to years nine through 12. He also mentors … had to build his resilience at a similar age. When he was 17, doctors found a tumour in his back, which had to be removed. The diagnosis came at a key moment for him. “I had just been …

Disability Employment Services (DES) can help you find and keep a job if you live with disability, injury or health condition.  DES programs for job seekers DES … to find a job. It also gives regular, ongoing help in the workplace. If you are looking for work, you can choose a DES provider to help you. Your provider will meet with you to plan help …

A workplace assessor can help decide what changes a workplace needs to support an employee with disability. They can also assess an employee’s productivity. Assessments are free through the Employment Assistance Fund or the Supported Wage System. Assessments for workplace adjustments …

The National Disability Recruitment Coordinator (NDRC) helps employers hire and support people with disability.  Disability Employment Service providers can connect with the NDRC to support their clients. How the NDRC …

If you have a disability, injury or health condition, Disability Employment Services (DES) can help you find and keep a job. DES also helps employers to hire and support staff with disability. DES is a free service …

Employers and service providers can apply for the Supported Wage System (SWS) online. The SWS is a way to base the wage of an employee with disability on the amount of work they can do. Who can apply Employers or service providers can put in an application for the …

You can ask for help to take part in a job interview if you need it because of a disability. This might include help with communication, … of help is called a ‘reasonable adjustment’. If you need reasonable adjustments, contact the employer about this before the interview. Be clear about why you are mentioning your disability …

Inclusive hiring starts with small changes that make a big difference. From the way you write job ads to the design of your website, accessible recruitment practices can open the door to more … to read your content? Use accessible formats and platforms   Share job ads on platforms that support accessibility. Include captions, transcripts and audio description in videos. Make sure … applications from people with disability. We are committed to making adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process and supportive workplace.’ Use AI and testing tools …

'reasonable adjustments' they need during the interview process and to support them in their job. What are reasonable adjustments? Reasonable adjustments, or workplace adjustments, give people with disability equal access to employment.  They help a person with disability in job interviews. They support them to do their best at work. …

is an Australian Disability Enterprise (ADE) taking a person centred and holistic approach to employment for people with disability. Brite’s CEO, Nick Mac Hale, shares their challenges and … According to Brite’s CEO, Nick Mac Hale, its success is a result of its inclusive, positive culture and person-centred approach. ‘We encourage new and long-term employees and … people transition to the NDIS, we have an opportunity to provide different and more holistic services to people… It’s not just about giving people a job.’ For example, Brite has been …