ACADEMY NEWS
Martin’s career with Jigsaw is a personal journey of ‘giving back’
Martin is a trainer at our Adelaide hub, who is incredibly passionate about his work within the disability sector. He works with Jigsaw to contribute to a better future for people with disability, with equal opportunities and economic inclusion. Martin’s passion...
Darcy wants to become a motivational speaker to help others realise their potential
Darcy is a trainee in our Brisbane hub with ambitions to one day become a motivational speaker. And he’s the perfect person for the job. He has an uncanny ability to bring out the best in people, helping his colleagues at Jigsaw to achieve their greatest potential....
Managing workplace stress and protecting your mental health
Workplace stress can affect anyone. That’s why it’s important to have strategies to reduce stress and take care of your mental health. This article shares some simple tips and resources to help you manage work-related stress and do your best on the job, when you...
Skills spotlight: Professional presentation, time management/organisation and focus
At Jigsaw, the path to mainstream employment starts with Jigsaw Academy. Here, you'll develop transferable skills for the workplace through personalised discussions and group sessions. Three of these skills are professional presentation, time management/organisation,...
Fighting Chance launches Mini Woolies, empowering Jigsaw participants with retail skills
Woolworths Australia has partnered with our parent company, Fighting Chance to open our very own Mini Woolies at Plus, in Frenchs Forest. This innovative learning space will empower individuals with disability from Jigsaw as well as our sister enterprise, Plus, to...
How Nathan’s Jigsaw experience is paving the way to a career in maintenance
Update: Nathan has secured a Christmas casual role at Bunnings Hawthorn - we are all very proud of him! Nathan’s long-term goal is to become a handyman, and his current role as a paid trainee at Jigsaw is preparing him for that dream, providing opportunities for skill...
Skills spotlight: Feedback, Accountability and Goal Setting
At Jigsaw, the path to mainstream employment starts with Jigsaw Academy. Here, you’ll develop important skills for the workplace through personalised discussions and group sessions. Our curriculum includes skills to prepare you for various jobs in your chosen field....
What is a support plan, and do I need one when transitioning to mainstream employment?
Transitioning to mainstream employment can be exciting yet challenging, especially for people with disability. One tool that can make this shift smoother is a well-designed support plan. What is a support plan? A disability support plan is a document that details any...
Job interview tips for people with disability
Job interviews can make anyone feel nervous. If you have a disability, you might feel even more worried. You might wonder how the interviewer will see you and if they will understand how much you have to offer. This blog will explore some tips to help you prepare and...
Trainee EV surprises herself with how quickly she learns new skills at Jigsaw
Yvette, known more commonly as EV, is a trainee in our Sydney hub who began her Jigsaw journey shortly after finishing school. She attends Jigsaw three days a week, learning new skills in our Academy program that will assist her in finding, and excelling in,...