Maria and Gerard are just two of the people who feature in our television ads, which are about to starting airing again on TV channels across metro and regional NSW - from 30 January.

* Click on the photo above to see more photos from carecareers' TV shoot

Since Maria and Gerard started working together a few years ago, they have formed a strong and solid working relationship, built largely on trust in one another and Maria’s unflagging faith in Gerard’s potential to succeed.

Gerard has many goals and aspirations in life which he works towards with Maria. One of these goals is to become a famous actor and in 2009 he won the coveted Best Male Actor Award at Tropfest, for his part in the short film 'Be My Brother'. Watch the 7 minute film below.

What have Maria and Gerard been up to?

Maria and Gerard recently gave us an update on what they've achieved since they first appeared in the carecareers ad early last year.

Throughout 2010 and into 2011 they've both been invited to speak at various conferences, symposiums, workplaces, TAFEs and schools which have all been successful presentations; generating more and more interest each time they present. Most importantly, they both continue to increase people's interest in the NSW disability sector and what opportunities it can offer.

Most recently, Maria and Gerard were invited to speak with students at Granville TAFE, who are completing their disability and community welfare courses. During the talk, Gerard became the 'teacher' to everyone's enjoyment, standing up at the front of the classroom and singling out some of the quieter students, to encourage them to participate.

Gerard's acting ambitions are also definitely progressing. He recently participated in a script development competition called Crash Test Drama. The play Gerard was in won their heat, picking up 'best script' from both the judges and audience vote. They then went onto the grand final and while it didn't gain a place, the play was invited to be a part of the Short+Sweet Theatre Festival in Sydney, in late February. Why not go along and check out Gerard's performance?

carecareers was launched in early 2010 in order to develop a sustainable workforce in the disability and community care sector of New South Wales (NSW). This launch was accompanied by a high profile multi-media awareness campaign to help drive interest in the sector and to help shift public perception of the work involved and its associated rewards.

A year and a bit later (from 30 January) we're heading into a new campaign push for carecareers. As part of this busy time you'll be seeing and hearing even more about us. Watch out for our award winning television advertisements, promotions on various websites, events and media activities.

Our website will also be brimming with even more new career opportunities and stories from people starting out in the sector, or already working in it.

We're looking forward to bringing our story to you but for now please watch one of our three television ads...

Our TV ads will be aired on NSW channels, in metro and regional areas, from 30 January - to watch the other two ads visit the homepage of the carecareers website.

More info about carecareers

• We're funded by the Ageing, Disability and Home Care (ADHC) Department of Human Services (NSW)
• Our website and fully staffed Careers Centre exist to assist you in all of your recruitment needs, whether you're a candidate or hiring manager
• We also benefit employees already working in the sector - share your experiences with colleagues and peers, gain insight from others, see what career opportunities are available and enjoy the benefits of a support service