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If you're in your final years of high school or have recently graduated, you might be feeling excited about the future, and perhaps a bit uncertain. That's completely understandable!

Scope's School Leaver Employment Supports (SLES), part of the NDIS's Employment Assistance under the Finding and Keeping a Job NDIS category, are designed to help you transition smoothly into the workforce.

Who is eligible?

You may be eligible if you:

  • NDIS Plan: Have an active National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) plan.
  • School Leaver: Are in the final years of school or have recently left school.
  • Age Range: Generally, teens and young adults aged 16 to 24 years, but age limits can vary.
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Why choose Scope as your NDIS Employment provider?

At Scope, we understand that everyone’s journey with Employee Assistance is unique. Our service offers:

  • Individual employment plans aligned with your NDIS goals.
  • Opportunities to explore various career paths.
  • Connections to further education and training options.
  • A supportive environment to develop essential workplace skills, all focused on helping you succeed in finding and keeping a job.

We offer SLES across the following Sydney suburbs:

Bankstown
Blacktown
Campbelltown
Kingsgrove
Mascot
Liverpool
Oran Park

How does this support work?

Our experienced team collaborates with you to identify your interests and career aspirations. We provide individualised support through Employee Assistance services to help you:

  • Boost confidence and motivation
  • Access training and mentoring
  • Identify skills and interests
  • Résumé preparation and interview practice
  • Gain valuable on-the-job work experience
  • Receive assistance in finding and keeping a job

This support can run for up to two years, depending on your individual needs and how ready you feel.

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Meet Taylah

Taylah shares how she felt when she first started with Scope’s School Leaver Employment Supports (SLES).

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Meet Kristin

Kristin shares how Scope’s SLES program helped her build life skills, explore her passion for food, and dream big about careers in hospitality, music, and fashion, all while inspiring others to believe in themselves.

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Meet Harrison

Through Scope’s SLES program, Harrison is gaining real work experience while building skills in organisation, time management, and job readiness.

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Meet Alex

Alex found confidence and joy through Scope’s SLES program, making new friends, gaining work experience at Woolworths, and exploring his passion for animals and a future in pet care after leaving school.

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Meet Alec

With support from Scope’s SLES program, Alec has grown in confidence, going from one day a week to three, setting his own goals, and travelling independently.

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Get in touch today for more information

To learn more about School Leaver Employment Supports (SLES) and how it provides Employment Assistance to help you find and keep a job, please contact us:

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Read our articles to discover how you can succeed with Scope’s SLES program.

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A Journey with Scope SLES: Alec’s Story

When Alec finished school, his family knew that the next steps would be crucial. His mother, Simone, wanted to find a program where he felt comfortable, supported, and empowered to take on the next chapter of his life.