Biala - Ballina

01/10/2026

🏡 Home & Living Opportunities

Biala Support Services is seeking expressions of interest for current and upcoming Home & Living Services.
As a registered provider of Home & Living Supports, including the new SIL Practice Standard introduced on 1 July 2026, we provide person-centred supports focused on:
Active Support

Complex Personal Care
Capacity Building Supports
Positive Behaviour Support
Community Inclusion
If you, a family member, or someone you support is looking for a quality home and support environment, we'd love to hear from you.
Whether you are looking for:
Supported Independent Living (SIL)
Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA)
Individualised Home & Living Supports
In home Supports
Transitional or long-term accommodation options

Biala may have a solution to meet your needs.
📞 Contact Biala today on 02 6686 4763 or [email protected] to discuss available opportunities and future vacancies.
Your home. Your goals. Your life. 🧡

28/09/2026

🏆 What a night for Biala!

We are incredibly proud to share that Biala Support Services was recognised with three Business NSW - Northern Rivers Regional Awards on Saturday night at Ballina RSL Club Ltd:

✨ Employer of Choice (21 Employees and Over) – our second consecutive year winning this award.

✨ Excellence in Workplace Health & Wellbeing – and the inaugural winner of this new category.

✨Highly Commended for Excellence in Health, Care and Wellness (Our House the deserving winner)

With a record-breaking 600+ entries across the region, we are honoured to be recognised alongside so many outstanding Northern Rivers businesses.

A huge thank you to Business NSW for hosting a fantastic evening, expertly MC’d by Olympic gold medallist .rooney OAM.

These awards belong to our incredible team. Every day they demonstrate the dedication, care and commitment that makes Biala such a special place to work, learn and belong.

We now look forward to representing the Northern Rivers at the NSW State Awards in Sydney.

💙🩵🏆

23/09/2026

What a wonderful Term 3 at Biala School! 💙

From excursions and special guest visits to the magic of Book Week, our students have enjoyed a term full of new experiences, creativity, learning and connection. 📚✨
As the term draws to a close, thank you to our students for the curiosity and joy they bring, to our families for their support, and to our staff for the care they show every day.

We can’t wait to see what Term 4 brings! 💙

16/09/2026

🌟 Would you like to join an award-winning team as a Disability Support Worker?

Biala Support Services is seeking experienced and compassionate Disability Support Workers to join our team across the Northern Rivers.

This is a permanent part-time position offering a minimum of 15 hours per week, with the potential to increase to approximately 30 hours depending on participant needs, availability and service requirements.

In this rewarding role, you will support people with disability to:

💙 Build independence and everyday living skills
💙 Participate in their community
💙 Work towards their individual goals
💙 Exercise choice and control over their lives
💙 Experience safe, respectful and person-centred support

We’re looking for reliable, values-driven people with previous disability support, Supported Independent Living, Home & Living or complex-care experience. Applicants must also be flexible to work a range of shifts, which may include weekdays, evenings, weekends, overnight shifts and public holidays.

At Biala, you’ll join a supportive, award-winning Employer of Choice offering ongoing training, salary packaging, wellbeing initiatives and opportunities to grow your career.

Interested in joining our team?

Please send your cover letter and updated resume to [email protected].

To learn more about Biala, visit biala.org.au

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, we would love to hear from you!

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04/09/2026

💙 Happy Teacher Aide Appreciation Week!

Today we celebrate the dedicated, caring and hardworking Teacher Aides who make a difference every day at Biala School.

Thank you for the support, encouragement and joy you bring to our students, families and school community.

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02/09/2026

We are delighted to be named a finalist in three categories for the 2026 Business Awards in the Northern Rivers:
💫 Excellence in Health, Care and Wellness
💫 Excellence in Workplace Health and Wellbeing
💫 Employer of Choice

We are amongst good company within our region and wish the other finalists luck for the awards later this month - not too much luck though 😉

2026 Northern Rivers Regional Business Awards Finalists

Congratulations to our 2026 Regional Finalists for the Excellence in Health, Care & Wellness category!

Biala - Ballina, Ballina
Coolangatta-Tweed Osteopathy, Tweed Heads
Human Nature Adventure Therapy, Ballina
Maclean Medical, Maclean
Our House, Lismore
Savvy Beverages, Byron Bay
Summerland Support, Casino

View the full list of finalists: https://www.businessnsw.com/events/2026-business-awards/northern-rivers

We look forward to celebrating your achievements at the Ballina RSL Club Ltd, on Saturday 26 September.

Thank you to our category sponsor, Healthy North Coast

05/08/2026

Would you like to join an award winning team as a Disability Support Worker?

If you are someone who shares our commitment to delivering high quality support that is centred around each person’s individual needs, choices and goals, we’d like to meet you.

You’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference by supporting people with disability to build independence, participate in their community and live the life they choose.

Get in touch with us or learn more from the ad below 👇

20/07/2026

Community spirit in action! 👏

Biala CEO, Lisa Smith and Head of Education, Kath Ellis were delighted to attend the Ballina Lions Ballina 74th Changeover Dinner on Saturday night, where Biala School was honoured to receive a donation alongside other local organisations including Marine Rescue Ballina, Our Kids RDA Ballina & District and Wardell Rural Fire Brigade.

Pictured with Sharon Cadwallader, Councillor Ballina Shire Council Lion Peter Dean, Sharon Clark and Captain Sam Walls, the evening was a powerful reminder of the impact community service can have. What makes the Ballina Lions Club’s contribution even more remarkable is that their membership numbers are just 14 dedicated volunteers, yet they donated almost $40,000 this year to local and international causes through initiatives such as recycling programs, community BBQs, gift wrapping and countless hours of service.

Thank you, Ballina Lions, for the extraordinary difference you make in our community. Your impact proves that a small group of committed people can achieve amazing things. If you’ve ever thought about giving back, the Lions would love to welcome new members or Friends of Lions to help continue this incredible work. 💙🦁

25/04/2026

Today, staff and student of Biala School came together in the Ballina town centre to honour and remember those who have served and sacrificed for our country.

Our students and staff showed great respect and pride as they took part in the ANZAC Day commemorations, reflecting on the courage, resilience, and mateship that define this important day.

We are proud to support our community in remembering the past and recognising the contributions of those who came before us.

Lest we forget.

23/04/2026

“A Stronger, Safer NDIS”

Biala Support Services has been a fully registered NDIS provider since the beginning of the Scheme.

We welcome strong regulation, clear standards and accountability—and support increased scrutiny to protect participants and the integrity of the NDIS.

A sustainable, well‑regulated Scheme is essential to ensuring supports reach those who need them most.

Read our statement 👇

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