Defence Support Officer - Holsworthy

Endeavour; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary Packaging Benefits up to $15,9k

Entertainment pre-tax benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Parental Leave

Salary Continuance

Free flu vaccinations

Job summary

Endeavour Foundation in Australia is seeking a Support Officer to mentor and coach Supported Personnel, ensuring person-centred practice and compliance with relevant guidelines.

You will work closely with Defence staff to ensure work is completed safely, on time and to a high standard, while providing ongoing coaching, progress notes, and support plans. The role offers flexible working and a strong focus on work-life balance with additional benefits.

Qualifications

• Calm, positive attitude and a desire to help others.
• Excellent communication and ability to explain tasks clearly.
• Proficient with computers and Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel).
• Australian citizen eligible for Defence Baseline Security Clearance

Responsibilities

• Support and guide a small group of employees with disability in their day-to-day work
• Provide one-on-one coaching and encouragement to help build skills and confidence
• Help your team settle into the workplace, understand tasks, and feel part of the Defence community
• Keep simple progress notes and support plans up to date
• Work closely with Defence staff to make sure work is getting done safely, on time, and to a high standard
• Attend training, team meetings, and follow workplace safety and support procedures

Skills

Calm attitude

Communication

Teamwork

People skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Endeavour Foundation Industries provide people with a disability employment opportunity to help them achieve personal employment goals aligned to their NDIS plan, skills and aspirations, whilst also meet Defence contractual needs.

About this role:

As a Support Officer your purpose is to act as a champion of contemporary disability service provision and person-centred practice for Supported Personnel. You will mentor and coach Supported Personnel in alignment with relevant legislation, guidelines and standards to ensure the highest level of disability practice is achieved and upheld.

A bit about the role:

• Support and guide a small group of employees with disability in their day-to-day work
• Provide one-on-one coaching and encouragement to help build skills and confidence
• Help your team settle into the workplace, understand tasks, and feel part of the Defence community
• Keep simple progress notes and support plans up to date
• Work closely with Defence staff to make sure work is getting done safely, on time, and to a high standard
• Attend training, team meetings, and follow workplace safety and support procedures

What we’re looking for:

• Someone with a calm, positive attitude who loves helping others
• Experience working with people with disability is an advantage, we would love someone with the drive, passion and the want to make a difference
• A great communicator who can explain tasks clearly and handle different situations
• Confident using computers and Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel)
• Able to work well with others and build good relationships with both your team and the Defence crew
• An Australian Citizen(required to apply for Baseline Security Clearance)

About Endeavour Foundation
We’re one of Australia’s largest employers of people with disability, and we’re passionate about making possibility a reality for everyone. We offer flexible working, great perks, and a strong focus on work-life balance. At Endeavour, we believe in creating inclusive workplaces where people can learn, grow, and be their best.

Why should you join Endeavour Foundation?

• Make a real difference supporting people with disability in meaningful work
• Salary Packaging Benefits, package up to $15,900 of your annual salary tax free. Less tax = more take home pay for you!
• In addition to your tax-free benefit, you can also use up to $2,650 of your pre-tax income to pay for entertainment expenses (meals, holiday accommodation etc.)
• An Employee Assistance Program - a free and confidential counselling service
• Paid Parental Leave and Salary Continuance
• Free flu vaccinations(Optional)

Compliance required if successful:

• Must be able to undertake to obtain Defence Baseline Security Clearance
• Must be Australia Citizen
• Must hold – NSW Working with Children Check
• Willing to obtain or hold NDIS Workers Screening Card
• Must hold Australian Drivers Licence