When you first step into a workplace, it’s a very different environment to what you were used to at school. That’s where Afford’s SLES (School Leaver Employment Support) program comes into play. SLES trainees have the benefit of a trainer that can support...

Building business knowledge is important in preparing school leavers for the workforce. Afford’s SLES (School Leaver Employment Support) program provides many opportunities for trainees to extend their knowledge of business practices. This training gives them the bes...

A single workplace can offer many roles to suit a variety of job-seekers. So as part of the SLES (School Leaver Employment Support) Program, trainees attend industry visits to explore a variety of workplaces to see just how many opportunities are out there. Find...

We’re often lulled into thinking that anything we want to know can be sourced from the internet. But recently, the eyes of our SLES (School Leaver Employment Support) Program trainees were opened to a whole new world of resources! Our SLES trainees visited the...

Work experience is valuable in giving school leavers the chance to experience different workplaces. For Angus, scoring work experience at Penrith UFC Gym was a dream come true and one that would provide him with a wonderful insight into the health and fitness industry.