Student Services

Are you job ready in Australia?

Shafston’s Job Ready Program is designed to assist students with securing employment whilst they are studying in Australia. The Job Ready Program has been developed to address Australia’s current workforce needs and provides Shafston’s students with the opportunity to develop basic practical work skills.

The week long program is composed of 4 sessions that address basic employability and practical skills in the areas of hospitality and office cleaning. Upon successful completion of the Job Ready Program students receive a Certificate of Participation in additional to valuable knowledge and skills that may assist them in applying for and securing employment in Australia.

Members of the Job Ready Program will also be given the opportunity to complete an RSA (Responsible Service of Alcohol) course, for an additional cost, with one of The Job Ready Program training partners. The RSA course is valuable when seeking employment in the hospitality industry in Australia and can provide additional opportunities for work in pubs, bars, hotels and restaurants.

After graduating students may choose to study for Responsible Serving of Alcohol Certificate for an additional cost. This certificate is widely required by employers looking for staff for their cafes, bars or restaurants.

Sample wage information

Student & Working Holiday visas

Areas of Work	Approx. Gross Wage
Hospitality	Waiter/waitress $12 to $18 per hour. Bar $17 to $20 per hour Food preparation / cook $12-$19 per hour
Cleaning Services (Full and Part time)	$15 to $20 per hour
General Labour	$16 to $20 per hour
Farm Work (Seasonal)	$10 to $12 per hour or $80 per day.