A Partnership Model that Works: Supported Hosted Employment Explained
Create a more inclusive workplace with Supported Hosted Employment. Here’s how it works.
Building an inclusive workplace can feel challenging – and many employers worry about getting it wrong.
An Easy Way to Build an Inclusive Workplace
Supported Hosted Employment is a practical and inclusive employment model that helps businesses tap into a motivated, reliable workforce while supporting people with disability to thrive in mainstream workplaces.
Through this model, your business can welcome new team members who bring capability, enthusiasm, dedication and a fresh perspective without taking on additional workload or complexity.
That’s because Endeavour Foundation not only is responsible for the employees but also provides on-the-job support through our experienced staff, ensuring a smooth integration into your team and ongoing success in the role.
What’s in It for Your Business?
Here are just some of the benefits of embracing Supported Hosted Employment for your business:
- Skilled, job-ready employees: We match candidates based on their strengths and interests, so you get someone who’s motivated and ready to contribute
- Ongoing professional support: Our support staff work alongside your new employees, helping them learn the role, develop skills and adapt to your workplace
- No extra burden on your team: We handle the support side so your team can focus on doing what they do best. We also remain the employer of hosted employees, so there is no additional administration for you
- Demonstrated commitment to inclusion: Embracing this model shows your customers, staff and community that your business values diversity and social responsibility
- Improved team culture: Businesses often report greater teamwork, engagement and morale after welcoming our employees to their workforce
The Journey Made Simple
Every Supported Hosted Employment placement follows a simple, well-supported journey. This helps make sure both the employee and your team feel ready, comfortable and set up for success. Here’s how it works:
1. We Get to Know Your Business
We meet with you to understand your workplace, the roles available and the kind of support your team might need. You don’t need to have it all figured out. We help with that.
2. We Find the Right Match
We work with you to choose the right people. We make sure the job suits their skills and interests and that they’re a good fit for your team.
3. We Support Onboarding
The new team member is introduced to your workplace with help from our support staff. They learn the job step-by-step, and your team is supported too.
4. We Stay Involved
Our support staff keep working alongside the employee as they settle into the role. If anything needs adjusting, we sort it out together.
5. You See the Impact
You’ll start to see the benefits not just in the work that gets done, but in the positive impact on your team, your culture and your business.
Take the First Step
Ready to see what inclusive employment could look like in your business?
To start, book a free consultation with our team. We’ll help you explore what’s possible in your workplace and see how inclusive hiring can strengthen your team and culture.
With the right partner, inclusion is practical and rewarding.