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Inclusive Employment Australia (IEA)

Delivering rewarding employment outcomes for people with disability
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A New Way of Working

Welcome to a new era of disability employment. 

The launch of Inclusive Employment Australia (IEA) in November 2025 marks an exciting chapter in disability employment – with a clear focus on creating long-term, rewarding career opportunities for people with disability. 

This free, government-funded program is designed to connect jobseekers and employers, build inclusive workplaces and create lasting success. 

At Endeavour Foundation, we have been supporting people with intellectual disability to find and keep fulfilling jobs for nearly 75 years. 

Now, as an intellectual disability specialist provider of IEA, we are proud to deliver this program across Queensland, Victoria and South Australia and support even more people on their unique employment pathway. 

Start Your IEA Journey Today

We are here to help jobseekers, employers and referrers connect with the right support to achieve positive employment outcomes. 

Why Choose Endeavour Foundation

Our experience in disability employment is unmatched.

As Australia’s largest employer of people with intellectual disability, we understand what it takes to create workplaces where employees thrive.

We have been selected by the Australian Government as a specialist IEA provider because of our proven success in supporting people to build confidence, develop skills and achieve lasting employment outcomes.

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How IEA Works

We make it easy to connect the right people with the right opportunities, which includes: 

  • Matching candidate goals with employer needs to create strong, lasting outcomes   
  • Building confidence and job-readiness through tailored preparation and coaching 
  • Providing ongoing, wraparound support for both employers and employees 

No matter your role, we are here to help you find the right opportunity or connect with the right candidate. 

Choose Your Path

I Want to Find a Job

Take the first step towards a rewarding career. We will help you explore your strengths, build confidence and find a job that fits your skills, interests and long-term goals.

I Am Looking for Staff

Build a stronger, more inclusive team. We will help you find and support the right candidate who brings unique strengths to your workplace.

I Want to Make a Referral

Help someone take the next step in their career. We will work with you to connect them with the support and opportunities they need to succeed.

Our Locations

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Together, We Are Growing Opportunities

Inclusive Employment Australia is expanding pathways to open employment across Queensland, Victoria and South Australia – creating opportunities in more communities than ever before. 
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  • Ayr
  • Cairns
  • Deeragun
  • Garbutt
  • Kirwan
  • Townsville
  • West End
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  • Cannonvale
  • Mackay

 

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  • Agnes Waters
  • Gladstone
  • Mount Morgan
  • Rockhampton
  • Yeppoon

 

 

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  • Maryborough
  • Pialba

 

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  • Bokarina
  • Coolum
  • Maroochydore
  • Nambour
Our Locations - South East QLD
  • Acacia Ridge
  • Albany Creek
  • Bowen Hills
  • Beenleigh
  • Burleigh Heads
  • Geebung
  • Ipswich
  • Kippa Ring
  • Lawnton
  • Milton
  • Southport
  • Wacol

 

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  • Frankston
  • Kew
  • Oakleigh
  • Preston
  • Ringwood
  • Thomastown
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  • Christies Beach
  • Modbury
  • Oakland Park
  • Salisbury

 

We Are Ready to Walk Beside You

Start your IEA journey with Endeavour Foundation – where your success is our purpose.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) 

Inclusive Employment Australia (IEA) is the new national disability employment program that replaced Disability Employment Services (DES) from November 2025. It offers flexible, person-centred support to help people with disability find and keep rewarding jobs.
IEA is delivered by specialist employment providers across Australia. This includes Endeavour Foundation, the country’s largest employer of people with intellectual disability.
Call 1800 112 112 or submit an online enquiry, and our team will help you get started.

Additional FAQs

For detailed FAQs, please visit the page below that applies to you. 

IEA for Jobseekers

Take the first step towards a rewarding career with personalised support that sets you up for long-term success.

IEA for Employers

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

IEA for Referrers

Discover how we can help people with intellectual disability to reach their employment goals and flourish at work.