School-leaver employment (SLES) — NDIS Support

Yes — School-leaver employment (SLES) is an NDIS support under Finding & Keeping a Job (Category 10), funded from your Capacity Building budget when it is reasonable and necessary for your goals.

School-leaver employment (SLES) (NDIS Finding & Keeping a Job, Category 10): what it covers, who it is for, funding and how to access NDIS providers across Australia.

School-leaver employment (SLES) FAQs

Is School-leaver employment (SLES) covered by the NDIS?
Yes — School-leaver employment (SLES) is part of the NDIS Finding & Keeping a Job category (Category 10), funded from your Capacity Building budget when it is a reasonable and necessary support for your goals.
How do I get School-leaver employment (SLES) funded in my NDIS plan?
Request it at your planning meeting or plan reassessment, with evidence that it helps you pursue your goals and build independence. Plan-managed and self-managed participants can use any suitable provider; NDIA-managed participants use registered providers.
How do I find School-leaver employment (SLES) providers?
Browse NDIS providers on Novida by category and location, compare availability and registration status, and enquire for free — your contact details stay private until a provider responds.