School’s out. Meaningful work is in.
School Leaver Employment Supports (SLES) ease the transition and life journey from school to work for people with disability.
Vocational Plan
Skill-based training
Career Opportunities
What you will learn in SLES
Focusing on real-world experiences, SLES is a one-year course with classes running 3 days a week. Participants’ learning centres on key professional skills and best practices in the workplace. Upon completion you will have a good understanding of the responsibilities of being an employee, have developed skills for life and grown confidence in travelling to work. Check out some of the skills you will gain through your learning journey:
Employability Skills
Gain knowledge on the expectations and responsibilities of being an employee. Understand punctuality, workplace behaviour, goal setting and presentation.
Workplace Skills
Deep-dive into teamwork, communication, time management, conflict resolution as well as the basics of numeracy and literacy so you can tackle any work task.
Travel Training
You will learn what transport options are available to you and how to safely travel from your home to your workplace with confidence and independence.
Work Experience
Put practice into play. Supported work experience gives you exposure to various work environments and roles, so you’re fully prepared before entering the workforce
Meet the team
Amanda Goninan
Employment & Workplace Trainer - Toronto
Liam Spruce
Employment & Workplace Trainer - Toronto
Braden Clingeleffer
Employment & Workplace Trainer - Northern Beaches
Emily Greco
Employment & Workplace Trainer - Guildford
Andrew Huang
Vocational Services Coordinator - Northern Beaches
Catherine Micallef
Employment & Workplace Trainer - Mount Druitt
Cynthia Gurioy
Employment & Workplace Trainer - Mount Druitt
David Manczak
Vocational Services Manager
Megan Ward
Employment & Workplace Trainer - Mount Druitt
Have a question about SLES?
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For more information about Sunnyfield’s SLES programs, contact our customer service team.