Job Description

Administration Traineeship - Corporate & Business Services

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Petersham, NSW, Australia Inner West Council

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Job Openings Administration Traineeship - Corporate & Business Services

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About the job Administration Traineeship - Corporate & Business Services

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Ability Advocates Australia is partnering with Inner West Council to recruit an Administration Trainee within Corporate and Business Services as part of the Inclusive Traineeship Program 2026.

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This is a paid, 12month traineeship, designed for people with disability who are looking to start or restart their career in a structured, supportive office environment.

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You will combine real work in a Council team with a Certificate III in Business, while receiving ongoing support from Ability Advocates throughout your employment.

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About the Inclusive Traineeship Program

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This program offers:

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- Paid employment from day one
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- A nationally recognised qualification completed while you work
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- Gradual learning and clear expectations
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- Ongoing guidance from specialist disability recruiters
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- Inclusive teams that understand workplace adjustments
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Ability Advocates is your employer and support organisation. Inner West Council is your host workplace.

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About This Role – Corporate & Business Services

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This role sits within internal business support teams. The environment is:

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- Office based and structured
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- Internally focused (limited public contact)
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- Predictable, systems based and routine oriented
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Key Responsibilities

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With training and support, you may:

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- Enter and maintain data in Council systems
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- Prepare documents, spreadsheets and correspondence
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- Support internal teams with administrative tasks
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- Manage emails, filing and records
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- Learn qualified office routines and communication
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Responsibilities increase gradually as confidence grows.

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This Role May Suit You If You:

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- Prefer quiet, structured office environments
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- Like routine, organisation and clear instructions
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- Want to build confidence using computers and systems
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- Are reliable and willing to learn
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No previous office experience is required.

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Who Can Apply

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This traineeship is specifically for people with disability with a long term condition (12 months or more).

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Supporting evidence may include an NDIS plan, DSP evidence, allied health report or education based documentation. This is handled respectfully and confidentially.

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Inclusive Recruitment Process

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Ability Advocates uses a strengths based, accessible recruitment process, including:

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- A supportive conversation instead of a traditional interview
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- Task based assessment aligned to the role
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- Ongoing workplace support throughout the traineeship
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📌 Paid Admin Traineeship - 12 Months, Inclusive Program (New South Wales)
🏢 Ability Advocates
📍 New South Wales