Whether you’ve just finished school or you’re changing roles, there’s a lot to consider when you’re starting a new job. Make a positive start with our advice on settling in and getting set up in your new workplace.

It’s normal to feel nervous when you’re starting a new job, especially if it’s your first job or you’ve had a long break from work. Each workplace is different but there are some things you can expect and plan for. Before your first day Check you have all the information you need to get ready to start.

Sometimes when we hire people with disability, adjustments need to be made. Find out about the different supports and services available through JobAccess to make these changes.

Flexible working arrangements, such as changed hours and working from home, may help you find a better work-life balance. Flexibility may also benefit the organisation you work for. What are flexible working arrangements? Flexible working arrangements are changes to your standard work arrangement. You agree with your employer or supervisor to these changes.

You can work with your employer to make changes in the workplace to support you to do your job. These types of changes are called ‘reasonable adjustments’. What are reasonable adjustments? Reasonable adjustments help give people with disability fair access to employment. They are also called workplace adjustments or workplace modifications.

A healthy and inclusive workplace is good for you and your employer. Get advice about mental health, stress, safety and disability at work. There is also training available to promote disability awareness among your co-workers and steps to take to get you back to work.

There is training available to give staff and employers a better understanding of disability and inclusion at work. It can help you get the support you need and to support other staff members. Disability awareness training Disability awareness training provides information and tips about disability in the workplace. It can help you and your co-workers:

Telling people at work about your mental health is a personal choice. You don’t need to share anything unless there is a safety risk to you or others. Why be open about your mental health? Telling your employer about your mental health conditions may have benefits, such as: