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It can take time to find the right job, so be patient, consider your goals and limitations, and be flexible.
Know your skills
You may feel your skills are out of date and you’ve lost touch with the industry. But you already have skills to offer. You may just need help selling them to employers.
If you’re not sure what your career strengths are, the myfuture website may be helpful. It can help you plan your career pathway and manage your transition into a new career.
The Jobs and Skills Atlas on the Jobs and Skills Australia website gives an overview of the Australian job market at national, state and regional level.
Retraining, studying or upskilling
We can support you if you choose to:
- start an apprenticeship or traineeship
- retrain in a new industry.
Read more about retraining and the help that’s available.
Parent Pathways
Parent Pathways is a voluntary support service for parents and carers of children aged under 6 that can help you identify and achieve your future goals. The service is flexible and tailored to your individual circumstances.
You’ll work with a mentor who will support you during your time with Parent Pathways. You’ll also get tailored advice, guidance and resources in a supportive and safe environment, where your children are always welcome.
Read more about Parent Pathways.
Tailor your application
Tailor your resume for each job you apply for. This can make you stand out from others who apply.
Visit the Workforce Australia website and learn how to write a resume and cover letter.
If you have a Workforce Australia provider, they can also help you:
- write a resume
- prepare for interviews
- get skills that local employers need.
Another resource is the Job Jumpstart website. It has practical tips on tailoring job searches to employers you want to work for.
Work-life balance
Making sure you balance your new job and personal life can make re-entering the workforce easier.
Most employers will consider flexible work arrangements if you have caring responsibilities. You’ll need to talk to them about the working hours and conditions you need.
We can help cover the cost of approved child care through Child Care Subsidy.
If you’re moving from income support into a job, you may be eligible for either:
These give some families extra help with child care fees.
We pay these subsidies to your child care provider to reduce the fees you pay.