About Us

Wesley Mission Queensland Limited is a not-for-profit community service provider that offers community support, mental health and disability services, aged and palliative care, and retirement living across Queensland. We have a long and proud history of supporting people in need and live by our values of Innovation, Hope, Integrity, Compassion, Justice, Empowerment and Respect.

We strive to be a welcoming, caring and inclusive community that celebrates diversity and supports employees of all backgrounds and faiths. People with passion, connected by hope for a more compassionate, just and inclusive society is our story. Join us and be part of a story you'll love to tell.

About the Role

The Training Assistant supports the effective delivery of The ORCA Project – WMQ’s Work Skills Training service – by assisting with workshops and structured activities that promote engagement, learning, and skill development for young people who benefit from additional support in achieving their work readiness goals.

The Training Assistant provides support and assistance to participants and the Employment Coaches.

Key Role Accountabilities:

Consistently model workplace behaviours that reflect WMQ’s Charter, Vision, Mission, and Values.

Assist in the facilitation and delivery of The ORCA Project - Work Skills Training service - for a diverse cohort of participants, working collaboratively with Employment Coaches and volunteers.

Demonstrate awareness of individual learning styles and needs, adjusting content and delivery methods and developing resources to maximise engagement.

Provide one-on-one support to participants during work experience placements, fostering confidence, skill development, and positive workplace engagement.

Organise workdays to ensure optimal use of time and resources, contributing to the achievement of service outcomes.

Deliver excellent customer service and actively contribute to a positive and collaborative team environment.

Adhere to all organisational policies and procedures, including compliance with Work Health & Safety (WH&S) standards.

Provide timely and accurate communication and reporting to management, as required.

Perform all duties in accordance with the NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission framework, ensuring the safety, rights, and wellbeing of participants are prioritised

About You

Completion of the NDIS Quality and Safeguards Worker Orientation Module “Quality, Safety and You” and “New Worker – NDIS Induction Modules”

An understanding of issues, barriers and support requirements relating to employment for adults with disability

Hold a current Blue Card and NDIS Worker Screening Card/ Exemption Cards

Relevant probity checks required by legislation and WMQL policy

Willingness to work within the Philosophy, Policies and Procedures of Wesley Mission Queensland Limited

Proof of Vaccination Status as required by Legislation, Health Directives or WMQL Policy throughout employment and prior to commencement

What makes a difference for us:

Proof of Vaccination Status as required by Legislation, Health Directives or WMQ Limited Policy throughout employment and prior to commencement.

Relevant probity checks required by legislation and WMQ Limited policy.

Current Driver’s Licence and willingness to drive in the course of work.

Why Join Us

We value diversity, strive for inclusion, and come together to walk alongside those in need to provide hope and compassion. We are committed to working collaboratively to help you grow, support your wellbeing, and enable you to be your true self each day aligned to our mission and values. Along the journey, we will encourage you to find your story.

We offer our team members:

Support from our Employee Wellbeing Program – we are recognised as an Advanced Mental Health First Aid Skilled Workplace.

Access to salary packaging benefits that enable you to increase your take-home pay

Access to discounts on private health insurance, gym memberships and travel

WMQ Limited's vision for reconciliation is for all people to stand unified in an equal and inclusive future. We commit to enhancing opportunities for Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander People and celebrating diversity. As part of our commitment to Reconciliation we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.

Please note: You will be asked for evidence of your COVID-19 vaccination status as part of your application process as required by Legislation, Health Directives or WMQ Limited Policy.