Beacon Foundation

Beacon Foundation Bridging the gap between education and employment for Australian students.

Beacon Foundation is a nationwide not-for-profit organisation based in Tasmania, with offices in Hobart, Launceston and Burnie. Beacon has facilitated programs with schools and businesses since 1988 to bring real-world work experience into the classroom and inspire young people to think about their futures long before leaving school.

Clarence High School students recently explored the many pathways available across health and allied health careers thro...
04/09/2026

Clarence High School students recently explored the many pathways available across health and allied health careers through a Beacon Work-Based Learning Services panel.

Volunteers from Archer Street Health, the University of Tasmania, Department of Health, Tasmania and the Royal Hobart Hospital shared their career journeys, experiences and insights into working across areas including , , , , , and general practice.

Students had the opportunity to hear first-hand what these roles involve, learn more about the pathways into different health careers and ask questions about the skills, study and experiences that can help them get there.

Thank you to Catherine, Jordan, Leisl, Pip, Sophie, Tori, Vari and Yvette for generously sharing their time and experience, and to Laura from Clarence High School for supporting students to take part.

Opportunities like this help young people discover careers they may not have considered and build a clearer picture of where their interests and strengths could take them.

We sincerely thank Department for Education, Children and Young People for supporting Beacon’s Work-Based Learning Services programs, which give young Tasmanians the skills, confidence and real-world experiences to shape their future careers.

Learn more about Beacon's programs: https://beaconfoundation.org.au/what-we-do/

Riverside High School students have kicked off their RESET to Ready journey with their first session at PCYC North in Mo...
02/09/2026

Riverside High School students have kicked off their RESET to Ready journey with their first session at PCYC North in Mowbray.

Led by PCYC Tasmania, the workshop gave students an opportunity to begin building confidence, connection and the personal and employability skills that will support them as they prepare for the world of work.

Over the coming weeks, RESET to Ready will combine practical workshops, career preparation and industry experiences, helping students strengthen their workplace readiness and explore where their skills and interests could take them.

Thank you to Ella from PCYC North and Adam from Riverside High School for supporting the session and helping students get the program underway.

RESET to Ready is delivered by Beacon Foundation in partnership with PCYC Tasmania and Tasmanian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (TCCI).

Workforce Australia Local Jobs is funded by the Australian Government Department of Employment and Workplace Relations.

Learn more about Beacon's programs: https://beaconfoundation.org.au/what-we-do/

01/09/2026

Huonville High School students recently visited Vos Group in Kingston as part of RESET to Ready, delivered in partnership with PCYC Tasmania and the Tasmanian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (TCCI).

The site tour gave students a behind-the-scenes look at the range of work undertaken by Vos Group, from construction and project management through to joinery, shopfitting and glazing, while learning more about the different skills, roles and career pathways that bring projects to life.

RESET to Ready supports students to build confidence, employability skills and workplace readiness through personal development, industry engagement and practical career preparation, with workplace visits providing an opportunity to explore future pathways directly with industry professionals.

A big thank you to Shane and Emily from VOS for showing students around and sharing their knowledge, and to Anna for helping organise the visit. Thanks to Monty from PCYC and Paul from Huonville High School for your support and to Tasmania PCYC and TCCI for helping make the experience possible.

Workforce Australia Local Jobs is funded by the Australian Government Department of Employment and Workplace Relations.

28/08/2026

Burnie High School students explored pathways into university and the music industry this week through a special Careers in Music Co-Lab at The Makers in Burnie.

The session introduced students to the University of Tasmania University Connections Program (UCP), which gives Year 11 and 12 students the opportunity to undertake introductory university units while still at school.

UTAS volunteers Karen, Adam, Andrew, Robyn, Sarah and Saxon shared their experience and insights, helping students learn more about studying music, the opportunities available through UCP and where a passion for music can lead.

Students also heard from Marist Regional College students Will and Flynn, who are currently taking part in UCP, as well as Amity, a UTAS Student Ambassador and former Hellyer College and Burnie High School student, who shared her own experience and pathway.

Thank you to the University of Tasmania team for creating an engaging opportunity for students to explore what further study in music could look like, and to Josh from Burnie High School for supporting students to take part.

As draws to a close, this is another great example of how building skills and exploring pathways can begin while students are still at school, helping young people connect their interests and talents with future study and career opportunities.

Learn more about Beacon's programs: https://beaconfoundation.org.au/what-we-do

Port Dalrymple School students recently spent the day building their understanding of industry, employability and future...
26/08/2026

Port Dalrymple School students recently spent the day building their understanding of industry, employability and future career pathways through Beacon’s Growth Industry Preparation Program (GrIPP).

Bell Bay Aluminium volunteers joined the session to share their career journeys and help students discover the broad range of roles and pathways that contribute to the day-to-day operation of an aluminium smelter.

Thank you to participating Bell Bay Aluminium employees for giving their time and helping students connect what they’re learning at school with the world of work.

Thanks also to Courtney and James from Port Dalrymple School for supporting the day.

With underway, the session was a great reminder of the value of building practical skills, exploring different industries and helping young people see where their strengths could take them.

Learn more about Beacon's programs via the links in our bio.

25/08/2026

Huonville High School students recently visited Willie Smith's Apple Shed as part of 'RESET to Ready', a new program delivered in partnership with PCYC Tasmania and the Tasmanian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (TCCI).

RESET to Ready supports students to build confidence, employability skills and workplace readiness through personal development, industry engagement and practical career preparation, including workplace exposure, resume building and interview skills.

During the site tour, students explored Willie Smith’s apple orchard and cider-making operation, learned more about the restaurant, visited the Apple Shed Museum, and heard about the different roles and pathways involved across the business. They also got hands-on in the kitchen, making, garnishing and, of course, eating their own apple crumble.

As we celebrate National Skills Week, experiences like this are a great reminder of the value of giving young people the chance to see different skills, industries and career pathways firsthand.

Thank you to Kate from Willie Smith’s and the Willie Smith's Apple Shed kitchen staff for sharing their time and experience. Thanks to Monty from PCYC Tasmania and Paul from Huonville High School for your support and to PCYC Tasmania and Tasmanian Chamber of Commerce and Industry for helping make the experience possible.

Workforce Australia Local Jobs is funded by the Australian Government Department of Employment and Workplace Relations.

24/08/2026

This , we’re celebrating the experiences that can change a young person’s direction.

At the beginning of Year 10, Rose Bay High School student Max wasn’t sure what his future looked like. Through Beacon’s Immersive Program, workplace exposure and work experience gave him the opportunity to see what was possible and, importantly, what he was capable of.

“Getting out in the workplace has really opened my eyes to what it’s like out there, what I’ve been missing out on, and it’s been a very humbling experience for me.”

Work experience at the The Old Woolstore led to employment and became an important turning point for Max. Along the way, he discovered something about himself too: that he’s hardworking, disciplined and capable of achieving what he sets his mind to.

Now, Max is looking ahead to continuing his education at Rosny College, with aspirations to become a plumber.

The theme for National Skills Week 2026 is 'Life Changing', and Max’s story is a great example of why exposure, skills and mindset matter. Sometimes seeing a pathway is the first step towards believing you can take it.

Learn more about Beacon's programs: https://beaconfoundation.org.au/what-we-do/

21/08/2026

Emergency services came to life in Sorell this week for our Emergency Services Co-Lab, giving students from Clarence High School, Hobart City High School and Woodbridge School a hands-on look at the many careers that help keep our communities safe.

It’s the second time we’ve delivered this Co-Lab this year, with strong interest giving even more schools and students the opportunity to take part.

Volunteers from Tasmania Police, Tasmania Fire Service, Ambulance Tasmania and the Tasmania SES brought along equipment from their roles for students to explore, including police uniforms and handcuffs, emergency first aid equipment, SES rescue gear, firefighting equipment and infrared cameras.

Students also had the chance to go behind the scenes at the police station, where they were fingerprinted, toured the cells and saw the police boat, before getting an up-close look inside an ambulance, fire trucks and other emergency response vehicles.

Along the way, students heard directly from people working across the sector about the skills, mindset, training and career pathways behind these vital roles.

A big thank you to volunteers Alex, Brett, Cassandra, Duncan, Garry, Nigel, Renae and Sebastion for creating such an engaging experience, and to Kathryn for her support in helping coordinate the Co-Lab. Thank you also to educators Amanda, James, Kasmira and Lachie for supporting their students to take part.

Beacon’s Work-Based Learning Services are delivered in partnership with the Department for Education, Children and Young People.

Learn more about Beacon's programs: https://beaconfoundation.org.au/what-we-do

19/08/2026

Exeter High School students recently put their interview skills into practice as part of Beacon’s Immersive Program, taking part in a hands-on workshop with volunteers from a range of industries.

Students had the opportunity to practise answering interview questions, build confidence speaking with employers and receive valuable feedback on how to make a strong impression.

A big thank you to Chris from McDonald's, Ryan from Housing Industry Association - HIA Tasmania, Georgina from Cabin Coffee and Kirsten from West Tamar Council for sharing their time, experience and advice with students.

If your business would like to help young people prepare for their future, visit the links in our bio.

Students at Bothwell District High School recently took part in a practical workshop with Hobart Clothing Hub / Thread T...
18/08/2026

Students at Bothwell District High School recently took part in a practical workshop with Hobart Clothing Hub / Thread Together, exploring how something as simple as having the right clothing can build confidence and help people feel prepared for , and .

Hobart Clothing Hub provides new, free clothing to Tasmanians experiencing hardship, helping people access the essentials they need with dignity and confidence.

Thank you to Paquita from Hobart Clothing Hub for sharing her time with students, and to educators Daniel and Erika for supporting the session.

Beacon’s Work-Based Learning Services are delivered in partnership with the Tasmanian Government through the Department for Education, Children and Young People.

If your business would like to help young people prepare for their future, visit https://beaconfoundation.org.au/find-us/

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