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Australian Disability Enterprises

Working in your community.

What is an ADE?

ADE’s are Australian ‘social enterprises’: businesses with a special purpose.

Disability Enterprises are even more specialised. An ADE’s goal is to provide training and employment opportunities for people with disabilities.

This kind of social enterprise business not only boosts the economy, but helps local communities flourish and thrive.

With Uniting, you can find a job that strengthens your skills – and your community. Check out our list of Australian Disability Enterprises or talk to us about your ideal job.

Why work at an ADE?

ADEs are special places to work.

Being employed by a not-for-profit business means you’re contributing to your community in a meaningful way. It can also create opportunities for personal growth.

Your ADE job can give you:

Confidence

Enjoy work that focuses on your abilities with training that builds your skills.

Independence

Feel more independent with real work experience and a regular pay cheque.

New friends

Expand your social circle and work within a team to build your people skills.

Support

Work happily, safely and successfully, knowing you'll have regular check-in meetings with support staff.

A job you'll love

Work in a job that makes a real difference - and get paid for it too.

Looking for an Australian Disability Enterprise near you?

Your ADE job could be closer than you think. The Australian Disability Enterprises list showcases over 600 ADEs, providing employment opportunities and community connections across each state.

Living in Victoria or Tasmania? Connect with one of our Uniting social enterprises:

Fire and Clay (VIC)

One of the most creative social enterprises in Melbourne, Fire & Clay employs more than 30 adults with disability.

Employees work together to create unique, functional and decorative ceramics for the home and garden. Mixing clay, painting pots, and glazing products - everyone has a chance to build confidence and skills.

Each product purchased goes towards our team's stable, supported employment.

Tadpac (TAS)

With over 50 years in the business, Tadpac is one of the longest-running ADEs in the country. Tadpac specialises in printing, graphic design, mailouts and promotional products.

The business supports vulnerable Tasmanians to actively contribute to their local communities.