About Build

Where independence is built, together.

We started Build because we believe disability support should be about the person, not the process. Everything we do is designed to help people grow, connect, and live life their way.

Jett sharing a handshake moment with a Build participant
Our Story

Why Jett started Build

Build Disability Supports was founded by Jett Carlin in Adelaide with a clear purpose: to deliver disability support that truly listens to the people it serves. After seeing first-hand how rigid, one-size-fits-all approaches left people feeling unseen, Jett set out to build something different.

At Build, every support is shaped by the individual. We take a strength-based approach, focusing on what people can do, not what they cannot. We believe in celebrating individuality, fostering real independence, and creating an environment where participants feel valued, heard, and empowered.

With a young, passionate team and a genuine love for what we do, Build is more than a service provider. We are a community built on trust, respect, and a shared commitment to helping every person we support become the best version of themselves.

Our Values

What BUILD stands for

Our name is not just a name. It is a set of values that guide everything we do — from how we design our programs to how we show up for the people we support every day.

B

Brave

Brave looks different for everyone — trying something new, speaking up, making your own choices. We back it in every form. Growth starts at the edge of comfort.

U

Unique

No two people are the same, and neither are our supports. We celebrate what makes each person different and design around it.

I

Independence

Everything we do is aimed at building skills, confidence, and autonomy. Our goal is to empower people to do more on their own.

L

Loving

We genuinely care about the people we work with. Our team brings warmth, patience, and respect to every interaction.

D

Dedicated

We are committed to showing up, following through, and going the extra mile. Consistency builds trust, and trust builds progress.

A Build participant drawing alongside their support worker
Our Approach

Strength-based, people-first, always

At Build, we take a holistic approach to disability support. We do not just look at what someone needs help with. We look at their strengths, their goals, and what makes them who they are, then we build supports around that.

We also believe in the power of collaboration. That is why we have built a network of trusted partners across allied health, early intervention, and therapeutic services, so the people we support have access to a wraparound team that works together.

Where We Are

Come visit the hub

Our home in Mile End is where the magic happens — day programs, team meetings, tours, and a whole lot of good days.

The Build DSS signage on the Mile End hub exterior

Mile End Hub

Our office, group day programs hub, and the home of Build. You are always welcome to drop in for a tour and a chat.

Units 1 & 3/98b Henley Beach Rd
Mile End SA 5031
Call Us Get in Touch
NDIS

Our NDIS journey

Build is currently in the process of obtaining full NDIS registration. We are committed to meeting all quality and safeguarding standards, and our registration is actively being pursued.

In the meantime, self-managed and plan-managed NDIS participants can access our full range of services. We deliver the same standard of care, compliance, and people-first support you would expect from any registered provider.

If you have questions about how to access our services with your NDIS plan, get in touch and we will walk you through it.

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Let's Chat

Want to learn more about Build?

We are always happy to chat. Get in touch and we will tell you more about how we can support you or someone you care about.

Get in Touch
Phone 0494 319 023
Address Units 1 & 3/98b Henley Beach Rd
Mile End SA 5031
Hours Mon–Fri, 8:30am – 4:00pm