Why Diverse Pathways School Leaver Employment Support (SLES) Programs?

Diverse Pathways Neuridiversity HUB - Custom designed Farm, SLES Shed & Homestead, School Leavers Employment Support (SLES) with a difference on NSW Central Coast

Build life skills, explore industries, and prepare for meaningful employment in a supportive, neurodiversity-affirming environment.

Are you looking for NDIS School Leaver Employment Support (SLES) programs on the NSW Central Coast that truly understand and support the needs of neurodiverse young people?

At Diverse Pathways, we offer inclusive and empowering SLES group programs designed for autistic teens and young adults, and those with disability, who are transitioning from school into employment or further life skills development.

Our programs are based at our peaceful Mardi property, just 5 minutes from Wyong, and combine real-world experience with hands-on learning across multiple industries — all in a supportive, structured, and neuroaffirming setting.

What’s included in the Diverse Pathways SLES experience?

Our programs run 2 days a week for 10 weeks, across 4 terms per year and are designed to help participants:

• Build confidence, communication, and independence

• Develop essential life skills like time management, budgeting, meal planning, self-care, and organisation

• Explore career pathways with hands-on, practical learning in real industry environments

• Make friends, gain community experience, and work towards NDIS goals
  

Explore Our SLES Skill-Building Streams

Each stream combines life skills and industry-specific learning, helping participants develop real-world capabilities for personal and professional success:

• Hospitality & Barista Skills – Café prep, food safety, teamwork, and customer service

• Horticulture & Garden Maintenance – Landscaping, planting, and sustainability practices

• Carpentry & Handyman Skills – Safe tool use, construction basics, and project work

• Technology & Digital Literacy – Computer skills, digital safety, and creative design

• Retail & Administration – Stock control, customer interaction, cash handling, filing, and workplace etiquette

• Creative Arts & Expression – Art projects, design skills, and creative thinking

• Animal Care – Basic pet care, grooming, and animal wellbeing routines

• Health & Wellbeing – Fitness, mindfulness, hygiene, and healthy habits for daily life

Every SLES program at Diverse Pathways is led by neurodiversity-trained mentors and support workers who provide one-on-one support as needed and help participants develop their individual strengths in a safe and empowering space.

Who is eligible for SLES at Diverse Pathways?

Our programs are designed for young people who:

• Are school leavers (Year 10 or above)

• Are aged 15–22 years

• Have an employment goal and require ongoing support to transition from school to employment

• Are NDIS participants eligible for School Leaver Employment Supports

  
  

Why choose Diverse Pathways?

• Specialist neurodivergent support staff trained in autism, ADHD, and disability inclusion

• Real-life, practical learning with strong community and industry connections

• Beautiful, accessible rural location in Mardi, near Wyong on Central Coast NSW

• A clear path to increased independence, confidence, and future employment