Dec 23, 2021 | Blog, News, School Leaver Employment Support (SLES), Story
As 2021 comes to a close, SLES trainee David has enjoyed all the fun and excitement of graduating high school. Attending his graduation ceremony, formal and giving his school captains speech are all precious moments he will carry into adulthood. David has matured into... 
Dec 8, 2021 | Afford Employment, Blog, News, School Leaver Employment Support (SLES), Story
Justin is our most recent Penrith SLES trainee to have gained open employment thanks to his hard work and determination. Our SLES and DES teams worked together on Justin’s plan for success and secured him a trial shift at Emu Hall restaurant. Staff were blown away by... 
Nov 25, 2021 | Afford Employment, Blog, News, School Leaver Employment Support (SLES), Story
When you think of coffee, generally, the first career path that comes to mind is barista. However, on a recent industry tour of the Kiwanda café and roastery, our SLES Ipswich trainees were introduced to a world of new opportunities within the coffee world. Monique,... 
Nov 23, 2021 | Afford Employment, Blog, News, School Leaver Employment Support (SLES), Story
Starting your day with a coffee and muffin is made even sweeter by being greeted with a genuine smile. Kailum from SLES Caboolture has been serving coffees with a side of happiness during his work experience at the local Muffin Break café. Afford’s School Leaver... 
Nov 12, 2021 | Afford Employment, Blog, News, School Leaver Employment Support (SLES), Story
The easing of restrictions across the country has enabled our SLES trainers and trainees to return to face-to-face sessions and they have been loving every minute of it. While the online sessions were popular, nothing could replace those special bonding moments...