Inclusive Traineeship Intake for People with Disability

Are you a person with a disability looking to begin or re‑start your career in a workplace that truly values inclusion?

Our paid traineeships offer real jobs, real qualifications and real support - every step of the way.

Ability Advocates, in partnership with inclusive corporate, government and community employers, is excited to open applications for our Quarter 1 2026 Intake. These are paid employment positions combined with formal training, designed specifically to support people with disability to find, keep and grow in meaningful work.

We are currently recruiting for the following traineeship roles:

Retail Trainee

Develop customer service confidence, learn store operations, and gain hands‑on retail experience in supportive environments.

Hospitality Trainee

Build practical skills in cafés, hospitality and food service settings, including barista, customer service and food safety training.

Business Trainee

Kickstart your corporate career with experience in administration, scheduling, communication, office systems and workplace organisation.

Community Services Trainee (Aged Care, Disability or Youth)

Support vulnerable people, contribute to community programs and learn the foundations of person‑centred practice.

ICT Support Trainee

Join an IT team and gain skills in helpdesk support, devices, troubleshooting, cyber‑safe practices and workplace technology.

Horticulture Trainee

Work outdoors maintaining gardens, parks and open spaces, developing hands‑on horticulture and grounds‑maintenance skills.

Early Childhood Trainee

Support educators, assist with children's learning and routines, and build a strong foundation for a career in early childhood education.

Customer Service Trainee

Develop communication, problem‑solving, enquiry management and customer support skills across corporate or government settings.

Our Commitment to Inclusive Workplaces

At Ability Advocates, inclusion is not an afterthought - it is the foundation of how we recruit, train and support.

We work exclusively with employers who are committed to:

• Creating safe, supportive and accessible workplaces
• Offering reasonable adjustments without barriers or hesitation
• Building capability to support different learning styles and functional needs
• Providing environments where trainees can grow in confidence and independence

Our mission is clear:
To create a world where people with disability have genuine opportunities to thrive at work.

Eligibility – For People with Disability

These traineeships are specifically for people with disability, including individuals with long‑term impairments or activity limitations.

To be eligible, your disability must be long‑term (12 months or more) and impact daily living or participation. Acceptable supporting evidence includes:

• Treating practitioner or allied health report
• Disability Support Pension evidence
• NDIS plan or Access Letter
• School/education disability verification
• Any document confirming functional impact over 12+ months

We collect only what is required and treat all information confidentially.

Our Inclusive Recruitment & Support Model

We know that traditional recruitment processes can create unnecessary barriers — so we've redesigned ours to be supportive, flexible and fair.

Every applicant receives:

• A specialist pre‑screen interview with an Employment & Disability Specialist
• An accessible, activity‑based assessment designed around strengths and real job tasks
• A personalised Candidate Success Profile (CSP) outlining adjustments, supports and role fit
• Support during onboarding and throughout the entire 12‑month traineeship
• Access to our multidisciplinary team, including Psychologists, OTs and Employment Specialists

If you have access needs, sensory preferences or communication adjustments - just let us know. We will make it work.

Your Career Starts Here

This is your opportunity to:

Build skills and confidence
Gain paid, supported work experience
Learn in real workplaces
Grow with the support of a caring, expert team
Start a long‑term career you can be proud of

Learn More

For more information about Ability Advocates and our disability‑inclusive programs, visit: abilityadvocates.com.au