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OPPORTUNITYWYNDHAM

The organisations behind the partnership

6 organisations delivering 50 programs across Wyndham, plus Wyndham City Council as the backbone organisation coordinating it all. Every profile below is maintained by the partner themselves.

6 partners in the partnership

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AMES Australia

Helps newly arrived refugees and migrants settle into Victoria, with adult English language, vocational and pre-employment programs plus employment services for both jobseekers and employers.

Key programs
Settling into Work, employment mentorship, interview and workplace communication skills, Work Skills for Professionals, Skilled Professional Migrants Program, Certificate III in Individual Support, Certificate III and Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care
How they work
Practical and individualised support, language and workplace-related skills
Locations and programs13 26 37www.ames.net.au

The Gordon Skills and Jobs Centre

Free career and employment advice for Wyndham residents getting ready for the Australian job market: career planning, resumes, key selection criteria, interview confidence, job search strategy and course advice.

Key programs
Resume Writing, Workwise Women, one-to-one Career Advisor sessions, Interview Confidence, apprenticeship and traineeship advice
How they work
Holistic and pre-employment focused, community-centred, one-to-one appointments in person, by phone or Zoom
Locations and programsskillscentre@gordontafe.edu.auwww.thegordon.edu.au/industry/skills-and-jobs-centre

The Huddle

The community arm of North Melbourne Football Club, using the power of sport to improve education and career outcomes for young people aged 15 to 25.

Key programs
Game Changers (transferable work skills through workshops, coaching and supported employment experiences), Study Squad
How they work
Youth-focused, interactive and workshop-based, longer programs plus one-off sessions for school and community groups
Locations and programs(03) 9320 2400huddle@nmfc.com.auwww.thehuddle.org.au

SYC

A not-for-profit supporting people of all backgrounds with employment, education and connection to services, providing comprehensive employment support across the western region of Melbourne.

Key programs
Workforce Australia, Inclusive Employment Australia, Disability Employment Services, Transition to Work, Geared to Drive (driving lessons)
How they work
Linking jobseekers with employers, personalised case management, funding support towards your employment goals
Locations and programs9036 5350www.syc.net.au

Wyndham Community and Education Centre

Based in Wyndham for almost 50 years, Wyndham CEC supports people aged 16 to 64 into local employment and education, with strong employer relationships that let them job-match candidates directly.

Key programs
African Employment Broker, Junubi Wyndham, Julia Gillard Community College, Fresh Start (15–24), Reconnect, Connecting Carers, plus short courses and training
How they work
Youth and CALD-focused, tailored to the individual, one-to-one support available, bi-cultural workers
Locations and programs9742 4013enquiries@wyndhamcec.org.auwyndhamcec.org.au

Youth Projects

Youth-focused employment, education and training support, and the only youth-specific Transition to Work provider in Wyndham. Drop-in centre in the middle of Werribee.

Key programs
Transition to Work, Youth Holistic Outreach, Queer Psychosocial Outreach, The Little Social (supported hospitality training and employment), employability and pre-employment readiness programs
How they work
Youth-centred with individualised support, barrier removal, intensive job readiness assistance, and ongoing support to employers after placement
Where
1 Princes Hwy, Werribee VIC 3030
Locations and programs(03) 9304 9144www.youthprojects.org.au
Wyndham City Council

The backbone organisation

Council’s Social and Economic Inclusion Unit coordinates services across Council and the local community, identifying gaps, removing duplication, and finding collaborative solutions.

Council also runs its own programs: work experience, volunteering and paid workplace immersion, the Inclusive Employment Recruitment Service, and the toolkit offering.

socialandeconomicinclusion@wyndham.vic.gov.au · 03 8734 2772

Want to join the partnership?

We welcome collaboration from schools, community centres, employers and service providers who see a need we’re not yet meeting, particularly anyone working with young people aged 15 to 25.

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