Accessing Work Experience Through School

Tuesday 13th May 2025 10.30am - 12.00pm

This webinar aims to support families to maintain high expectations and provide strategies in how to successfully approach school to support the young person to step into a meaningful work experience placement. It will also highlight the importance of families staying true to their vision for their young person, so that work experience opportunities align with their interests and strengths.

• Supporting the job coach in their role
• Approaches, strategies and tips
• Individualised approach

This workshop covers:

• Working with schools to ensure optimum work experience
• Why starting early is essential
• Identifying suitable work placements
• Engaging with employers
• Getting the supports right
• How to approach roles and tasks

Learning Objectives
• Define what work experience is and its value for their young person during the school years
• Identify how to set high expectations and use a vision
• Understand starting with their young person, and identifying their interests, contributions, and conditions for success
• Recognise the role of the student, parent and employer for creating a successful work experience
• Learn tips for working with the school and engaging with employers


Download the Accessible flyer here (word doc)

Date: Tuesday 13th May 2025
Time: 10:30am - 12:00pm
RSVP: Thursday 8th May 2025

Who Should Attend?
This webinar is for secondary school students with disabilities and their families. Supporters and allies are also welcome to attend.

What do I need to participate?
We will be using the video meeting platform Zoom to host the webinar.

You will need access to:
· a computer or iPad/tablet or smart phone with internet access;
· speakers/sound

Please contact us if you have any questions or concerns about your ability to participate.

About CRU:

For over 35 years, Community Resource Unit has been working across Queensland to help people with disability take control of their lives and take their place in their community. COVID-19: Please do not attend on the day if you are unwell or if you have COVID-19 like symptoms. Please contact CRU if you require assistance to register, attend or participate in this event. Ph: 07 3844 2211 or Email: cru@cru.org.au

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Community Resource Unit CRU in QLD,  Resourcing Inclusive Communities, an initiative of Family Advocacy (NSW) and Imagine More  (ACT) will work together on a new five year project called ‘School to Work’. 'School to Work’ aims to inspire, increase confidence and motivate students with disability to seek and find meaningful employment with the help and support of their family and community.

The project is being provided as part of the Community Inclusion Capacity Development program through The Department of Social Services.