Empowering Abilities Through Meaningful Supported Employment
Supported Employment
Supported Employment at Waverley Social Enterprises
Meaningful Work for People with Disability
At Waverley Social Enterprises, Supported Employment means providing safe, enjoyable, and meaningful jobs for people with disability. We create a workplace where you can learn new skills, earn a wage and be part of a team. Our goal is to help you build confidence, grow your independence, and enjoy coming to work every day. More than just a job, it’s a place where you can make friends, have fun, and feel a true sense of belonging. We offer real jobs in a supportive environment, where help is always available if you need it.
Supported Employment Opportunities at Waverley
Become a Workmate of Waverley (WOW!)
At Waverley Social Enterprises, our Workmates of Waverley – or WOW!s – are at the heart of everything we do. When you join us, you’re not just getting a job. You’re becoming part of a supportive community where you can build confidence, learn new skills, make friends and find purpose. Our workplaces are safe, respectful and designed to help you succeed in your own way.
- We offer supported employment in Catering, Grounds Maintenance, Packaging, Assembly and On Site Labour.
- There’s variety, there’s fun and there’s plenty of opportunity to grow.
Benefits of Supported Employment at Waverley Social Enterprises
Why Become a WOW?
Being a Workmate of Waverley means being part of a team where you’re valued, included and encouraged. Our supported employees tell us they love their jobs because of the friendships they make, the skills they develop and the pride they feel in their work. We help you build independence, find meaning in what you do and have fun along the way.
Belonging
Everyone is welcome at Waverley, and you can bring your whole self to work. We celebrate individuality and create a community that feels like family.
Friendship
Many of our WOW!s say that making friends at work is one of the best parts of the job. We provide lots of opportunities to connect, have fun, and build friendships that last.
Learning
We support your learning journey with personalised training and new experiences. With so many different jobs on offer, there’s always something new to try.
Purpose
You’ll do meaningful work that makes a difference. From seeing the products you’ve packed on shelves to helping maintain community garden spaces, you can feel proud of what you achieve.
support for employment
What Funding is Needed?
To work with us at Waverley Social Enterprises, you will need NDIS funding for support in employment.
- This funding can come from your Core Supports budget in your NDIS plan.
- If you’re not sure what funding you have, we can help you work it out.
testimonials from our supported employees
Our Ongoing Impact
“The job’s very nice and you do a lot of different kind of jobs and that’s good so you’re not doing all the same. You learn all different skills and stuff like that.”
Michael
“It’s a fun memory and it’s a fun working place.”
Rose
“It’s a very supporting environment. Everyone’s so kind.”
Isabelle
“All disabilities are welcomed here. Always there to help the other teams when they need the most.”
Joel
“Coming here keeps me going, because it’s a great place to work, a happy environment.”
Leanne
“This is an amazing place to work at and we’ll enjoy coming here. I love it, I lover everyone here. Everyone’s like family, it’s like ‘WOW!’”
Brendan
“Just seeing all the people being happy. I want to enjoy being happy with them.”
Clinton
“We have a laugh, jokes and everything. It keeps me occupied, gets me something to do with my friends.”
Chris
“The job’s very nice and you do a lot of different kind of jobs and that’s good so you’re not doing all the same. You learn all different skills and stuff like that.”
Michael
“It’s a fun memory and it’s a fun working place.”
Rose
“It’s a very supporting environment. Everyone’s so kind.”
Isabelle
“All disabilities are welcomed here. Always there to help the other teams when they need the most.”
Joel
“Coming here keeps me going, because it’s a great place to work, a happy environment.”
Leanne
“This is an amazing place to work at and we’ll enjoy coming here. I love it, I lover everyone here. Everyone’s like family, it’s like ‘WOW!’”
Brendan
“Just seeing all the people being happy. I want to enjoy being happy with them.”
Clinton
“We have a laugh, jokes and everything. It keeps me occupied, gets me something to do with my friends.”
Chris
YOU MIGHT BE READY TO FIND YOUR WOW!
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