Learn and Earn in a Supportive Workplace

Endeavour Foundation has more than 70 years of experience supporting people with intellectual disability to work, learn and build confidence. We are Australia’s largest employer of people with intellectual disability.

Families and Support Coordinators can feel confident knowing every workplace is safe, structured and designed to build skills at your pace.

When you work with us, you will join a team that is supportive and focused on helping you engage in work that you can be proud of.

You can join Supported Employment if you:

• Have an intellectual disability
• Want to work in an inclusive workplace
• Receive the Disability Support Pension
• Have NDIS funding for employment supports, such as coaching, skill development or workplace adjustments

If you do not yet have the right supports, our team can help you get them in place. We will get to know your goals and guide you through every step.

We have more than 30 workplaces across Queensland, New South Wales and Victoria. Each site offers different types of work, such as packing, recycling, timber work and document destruction.

You can work close to home and be part of a friendly local team.

View our Supported Employment locations

Every day looks a little different, depending on your workplace. You might:

• Pack or prepare products
• Sort or recycle materials
• Help with timber or manufacturing work
• Assist with document destruction or deliveries

Your job will be matched to your interests, strengths and goals.

Yes. You will be paid for the work you do. We will explain how your pay is set and help you understand how it works with your Disability Support Pension before you start.

Not necessarily. Many people keep part of their Disability Support Pension while working. We will help you understand how work affects your payments and can assist with reporting to Services Australia, so you feel confident and in control.

That depends on your goals and what works best for you. Most people work part-time hours that fit around their lifestyle and supports. We will work with you to set a roster that meets your needs.

You will have support before, during and after you start work. This includes:

• On-site supervisors and job coaches
• Visual reminders and structured routines
• Flexible hours and regular breaks
• Tasks matched to your skills and comfort level

We will make sure you always have the right help to feel confident and succeed.

Families, carers and Support Coordinators can play an important role in your employment journey. If you agree, we can share updates about your progress and involve them in meetings or planning.

We want everyone in your support network to feel informed and confident.

That is completely okay. Many people feel the same way before they start. We will take things at your pace, help you build confidence and teach you everything you need to know on the job.

You can even visit a workplace or bring your family or support person along to learn more before you decide.

Yes. We will work with you to make changes or find a role that suits your skills and interests better.

If you want to learn, earn and be part of a supportive team, Supported Employment could be a great choice.

You will gain work experience, build confidence and make new friends in a safe and encouraging environment.

Talk to us about your goals, and we will help you decide if this pathway is right for you.

Getting started is easy.

Fill out our online enquiry form or call 1800 112 112 to talk with our team.

We will connect you with a local Employment Coach who will help you at each stage of your journey, from your first chat to your first day at work.