Barossa Enterprises, the largest employer of People with Disability in regional South Australia continue to offer a wealth of support for keen learners through their School Leaver Employment Supports programme.

The service supported through the NDIS offers students in their final year of school, and those who have recently left school who are eligible NDIS participants the opportunity to develop confidence and employability skills for up to two years.

The programme allows individuals to experience a work environment which assists in developing an understanding of what skills it takes to be employable.

Barossa Enterprises Employment Services Manager, Mr Barry Sims spoke to The Barossa Mag about the successful programme.

“At Barossa Enterprises we provide support every step of the way,” he added.

“That’s our point of difference.

“We work closely with the schools and local area co-ordinators to make sure participants are supported to trial work in their chosen field.

“There is a lot of research which goes into identifying the right support worker for the individual.

“It’s a very crucial aspect of the programme.

“We recruit a range of male and female support workers which can be tailored to fit the individual’s personality.

“It’s a very personalised programme which treats people with dignity and respect.”