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Inclusive Consulting

Through our inclusive consulting services and Employer Ready Program, we help businesses create workplaces where everyone can contribute their strengths.
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Empower Your Team. Build an Inclusive Workplace

Inclusive employment works best when leaders and teams feel confident and supported. At Endeavour Foundation, we work alongside your business through inclusive consulting to make inclusion simple, practical and sustainable.

As Australia’s largest specialist employer of people with intellectual disability, we know what it takes to get inclusive employment right. We support your business to build capability through:

  • Workplace assessments and role mapping
  • Policy and procedure review and development
  • Inclusive communication practices
  • Accessible team meetings and training design
  • Coaching for leaders and supervisors
  • Tailored consulting and the Employer Ready Program

From recruitment and onboarding to workplace adjustments and ongoing support, we guide you at every stage.

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Why Inclusive Employment Works

Inclusive workplaces do more than change lives. They improve business performance. Employers who participate in the Employer Ready Program (ERP) report stronger morale, better teamwork and higher retention.

People with intellectual disability bring creativity, problem-solving skills and a unique perspective that helps businesses innovate and grow.

By investing in inclusive capability, your organisation can:

  • Build productive, loyal teams where everyone contributes their strengths
  • Drive innovation and creativity through diverse perspectives
  • Meet Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) goals
  • Enhance brand reputation and customer trust
  • Experience lower turnover and higher engagement

Why We Work: Witness the Impact

Hear from one of our business partners about how inclusive hiring has strengthened their team, boosted innovation and built a workplace where everyone belongs.

“We have developed an excellent business relationship with Endeavour Foundation. We are very proud to support this local business and have them as an extension of our team.”

— Kasey Bion, Planning and Procurement Manager, Bundaberg Brewed Drinks. 
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What You Will Learn Through the Employer Ready Program

The ERP empowers organisations to foster inclusive, supportive and informed workplaces by enhancing awareness, promoting understanding and building confidence in employing people with disability.

Our mission is to guide organisations in creating environments where diversity is valued, and all employees, regardless of ability, can thrive and contribute. The program is built upon four main pillars:

Awareness Enhancement
Fostering a deep understanding of disability and its impact in the workplace to increase awareness and challenge misconceptions.

Inclusive Practices
Supporting organisations with creating inclusive environments where people with disability can participate fully and equitably in the workforce.

Building Confidence
Empowering employers with the tools, resources and knowledge to confidently employ and work alongside individuals with disability.

Supportive Partnerships
Facilitating collaboration between organisations and disability support networks to ensure ongoing success and positive outcomes for both employees and employers.


Key Benefits of the ERP

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Build Inclusive, Stronger Teams

Create and foster a workplace where diverse abilities thrive and team dynamics strengthen.

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Drive Innovation Through Diversity

Learn how different perspectives drive creativity and smarter problem-solving.

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Strengthen Your ESG and Reputation

Demonstrate leadership in inclusion and community impact.

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Build Inclusive, Stronger Teams

Create and foster a workplace where diverse abilities thrive and team dynamics strengthen.

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Drive Innovation Through Diversity

Learn how different perspectives drive creativity and smarter problem-solving.

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Strengthen Your ESG and Reputation

Demonstrate leadership in inclusion and community impact.

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Skills and Knowledge Your Team Will Gain

Through a combination of workshops, online learning and hands-on guidance, we equip your team with the knowledge and tools to create a workplace where everyone can thrive. You will gain knowledge in:

  • Disability awareness: Reduce stigma, build understanding and improve communication
  • Inclusion and unconscious bias: Develop inclusive leadership and build stronger, safer teams
  • Workplace readiness: Learn practical ways to make your workplace safe and accessible for all employees
  • Preventing violence, abuse and exploitation: Understand your responsibilities and best practices for safeguarding employees

Our Step-by-Step Approach

With our guidance, your business can confidently welcome new employees, strengthen your team and meet inclusion goals with measurable impact. Our consulting and coaching support follows a practical, structured approach to make inclusion achievable and sustainable:
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Engage

Understand your workforce needs and identify opportunities for inclusion.

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Assess

Evaluate readiness and map potential roles via workplace visits and planning.

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Plan

Co-design a Workplace Inclusion Action Plan in line with your business goals.

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Deliver

Integrate inclusive practices with support from our experienced advisors.

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Support

Access ongoing coaching, impact reporting and progress check-ins.

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Engage

Understand your workforce needs and identify opportunities for inclusion.

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Assess

Evaluate readiness and map potential roles via workplace visits and planning.

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Plan

Co-design a Workplace Inclusion Action Plan in line with your business goals.

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Deliver

Integrate inclusive practices with support from our experienced advisors.

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Support

Access ongoing coaching, impact reporting and progress check-ins.

Ready to Build an Inclusive Workplace?

Join hundreds of Australian businesses working for better. Our Employer Ready Program gives you the tools, coaching and confidence to hire inclusively.
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Resources and Tools

We offer a range of resources to support businesses, including:

  • NDIS responsibilities: Guidance on how the NDIS and Code of Conduct apply in your workplace
  • Supporting learning: Tips for supporting learning in the workplace, including Easy Read resources and mandatory training for employees with disability
  • HR responsibilities: Practical advice for HR teams on inclusive recruitment, onboarding and performance management
  • Additional resources: We offer a range of additional fact sheets and toolbox talks upon request

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

With more than 70 years of experience, we are one of Australia’s largest inclusive employers. Our consulting services and ERP help businesses build capability, confidence and sustainable inclusion.

We specialise in job carving, a process that tailors roles to the unique strengths of each employee. By analysing and adjusting roles, we can support you in creating positions where employees can make the greatest impact, improving productivity, team dynamics and operational outcomes. This ensures a perfect job match and seamless integration into your team.

Yes. You can experience inclusive employment through Supported Hosted Employment, where Endeavour Foundation is the legal employer. It’s a simple, no-risk way to assess fit while receiving full coaching and on-site support.

Absolutely. Employees with intellectual disability bring unique talents, dedication and problem-solving skills. Many thrive in skilled roles across diverse industries, contributing positively to your business.

Endeavour Foundation can help you choose the employment model that best suits your business needs. Your options include:

  1. Host an employee: A short, medium or long-term workforce solution where an employee is part of your team while being employed by Endeavour Foundation. This model gives you stability and confidence, with the added benefit of on-site coaching from our team.
  2. NDIS-funded Mainstream Employment: You hire the employee directly, and Endeavour Foundation provides support to help them settle into the role and succeed long-term. These candidates are funded through the National Disability Insurance Scheme and can work independently, with our team offering guidance when needed.
  3. Inclusive Employment Australia (IEA): You hire the employee directly, and we support both you and the employee throughout onboarding and beyond. This federally funded program can provide wage subsidies and additional workplace support, making it easier to build a diverse and inclusive workforce.

All options include guidance, training and support through the Employer Ready Program to ensure a smooth and successful employment experience.

If a placement doesn’t work as expected, we’ll work with you to address challenges, adjust roles or explore alternative opportunities until we find the right match for your team.

Getting started is simple. Fill out our online enquiry form or call 1800 112 112 to speak with our team. We’ll take the time to understand your business goals and guide you at each stage.

 

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Other Services

Host an Employee

Strengthen your workforce and drive innovation by choosing to host an employee with intellectual disability.

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Hire Inclusively

Build a better business and impact your community. Partner with us to witness the power of inclusive hiring.

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IEA for Employers

Build a stronger, more inclusive team guided by experts focused on creating lasting impact for your business.

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Helpful Resources

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Power of Advocacy: Championing Disability Inclusion and Equal Opportunities

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Friendship Blossoms Through Supported Employment

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Power of Advocacy: Finding Purpose Through Inclusive Employment

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