Category: Job seekers
Congratulations to Matty for 20 years of service at Woolworths Midland Gate! Matty landed the job at Woolworths after completing work experience during high school. He was registered by our Edge co-founder, Sue Robertson after his high school recommended Edge’s services. Since then, Matty has gone from strength to strength working as a Bakery Team Member and…
While completing work experience at Spudshed Joondalup, Samuel heard of the great experiences and support the four employed Edge clients had. Samuel reached out to Store Manager Rhory who helped him engage with Edge Account Manager Willem to access our employment support. With Samuel now receiving Edge’s employment support, he was offered a role in the Stock…
As we near the end of another successful Charged Up for Work year, our 2023 registrations are open. Charged Up for Work is an employment pathway program for high school-aged students with disability or long-term health conditions. Charged Up for Work helps create a smoother transition from high school to the workplace, making it easier for students…
We have a special follow up story that we would like to share. Back in July, we shared Caitlin’s story of empowerment and determination to complete her Certificate III in Auslan. This was made possible by Edge’s Customer Relations Advisor Amanda. “The staff at Edge have given me the confidence and courage to enter the workforce again.…
There is nothing more satisfying than being employed in a job doing something that you enjoy. What brings happiness is different for every person and can even change over time. When John first got the opportunity to start cleaning cars, he was nearly overlooked. With a skin condition, the thought of working all day in…
School Leaver Employment Supports focuses on those beginning their employment journey, as they prepare to leave school and enter the workforce. SLES is one of the NDIS supports Edge is currently offering. It is a transition-to-work option available to NDIS participants leaving school, forming the critical bridge between school life and work. These supports are…
Another successful graduate of our Charged Up for Work program is Connor. After completing his work preparation training, Connor was encouraged to start his own business, Bark n Pawz. He makes and sells homemade pet treats for dogs, cats and horses. Connor originally sold his treats on Facebook but has since expanded to a café…
In certain circumstances, people with disability may require changes to be made in their workplace. This can include physical changes, buying equipment, modifications, or accessing services like communications technology and Auslan interpreting services. Once an Edge job seeker secures a role, we work in partnership with the client and their employer to overcome challenges, discuss…
Join us on our journey as we share how we are changing lives through the power of employment.