School Leaver Employment Support

Helping young people prepare, look for, and gain meaningful work experience.

What is SLES?

SLES stands for School Leaver Employment Supports ; these supports are funded by the NDIS to assist school leavers with disability to prepare for, and take part in work.

Where the participant has work capacity but may need more time to navigate their career pathways and to feel confident in accessing disability employment service providers.

How does SLES work?

School Leaver Employment Supports are designed to build up a participant’s skills and confidence before entering the workforce. Helping people with disabilities to prepare for, find and maintain employment.

The NDIS funds School Leaver Employment Supports for up to two years after finishing school, depending on the individuals’ circumstances and employment goals.

We work with you, to choose the supports you want!

What does Hands on People offer?

Understand your NDIS Plan

Get your NDIS Plan underway

Connect with service providers

Live the life you want

Identify your employment goals

At Hands on People we will work with you 1-1 and in small group situations to identify your employment goals. We will then work with you to design your support program – giving you choice and control over the supports you want to use.

Participant Stories

Territorians getting the help they need, faster.

I can’t believe what a change they have brought into my life!

Paul Johnes, Participant

"It’s been only about 5 months since I have joined with Hands on People and I can’t believe what a change they have brought into my life! I am so happy and satisfied that I am provided with the best assistance and services that I have ever got. The wonderful friendly staff paves the way for us to have fun and a laughter even in the difficult times and they always encourage us to open-up. I have made many friends at the day centre and got myself engaged into various creative activities. Moreover, The Inclusion Centre, has turned out to be like a second home for me, as we are treated like a family there, which is not a small thing. I am so thankful and greatly appreciate the organization’s efforts that made a difference in my life."

Frequently Asked Questions

Get answers to the top questions participants and caregivers have before working with Hands On People.

What is the NDIS

The NDIS is the National Disability Insurance Scheme. It’s how people under the age of 65 who have a disability can get the care and supports they need.

The NDIS is for those with a permanent and significant disability which impacts on their ability to take part in everyday activities.

If you’re eligible, you will work out the reasonable and necessary supports you need to live your life and achieve your goals. You’ll then receive funding to pay for these supports.

Find more information on the NDIS website.

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