Job Ready Fund

The Job Ready Fund supports Tasmanian job-seekers gain the entry-level training and essential tools they need to get a job - including White Card accreditation, work boots, protective clothing or tools.

Eligible Tasmanians facing financial hardship can receive up to $750 to ensure that they are work-ready on day one of their new pathway and career.

A number of growth industries in Tasmania have core requirements for new entrants that come with additional costs that may be a barrier for some people. For example:

• the tourism and hospitality sector require entry-level training such as barista training and Responsible Service of Alcohol accreditation
• the building and construction sector requires a ’White Card’ to enter a work site (White Card is a mandatory short industry/work site Work Health and Safety induction course and accreditation).
• the care services sectors (particularly disability and early childhood education and care) requires a Working with Vulnerable People registration for voluntary work, work experience or employment.
• new or first time employees, including trainees and apprentices, require essential tools, equipment or clothing to assist with the costs of starting a new job and career.

The program is administered by Jobs Tasmania's Career Connector service provider, Searson Buck Group Pty Ltd (Searson Buck).

*Please note the Job Ready Fund can only be accessed once every 12 months.

For more information and to apply, visit the Searson Buck website.

The Program Guidelines are available here.