Working Gateshead

Working Gateshead helps Gateshead residents access the right support at the right time to lead fulfilling working lives.

Since 1997 we have helped over 30,000 people move closer to or into work by providing employment support across the borough.

We are supporting the Council's efforts to create a strong, sustainable and inclusive economy by helping our residents to take positive steps to maximise their potential and thrive.

If you're out of work, trying to secure your first job, in work and looking to change jobs or just starting to think about work as an option we can help.

The free support we offer to Gateshead residents is tailored to your needs and recognises that everyone's circumstances are different - there is no 'one way' back to work.

If it's not a quick fix we will give you the support you need to overcome problems that are keeping you from getting a job. This could include:

information, advice and guidance
coaching and mentoring
understanding the jobs market
advice around health, housing or debt
using social media and looking for work online
boosting confidence and self-esteem
whatever is getting in the way of you leading a fulfilling working life

If you are working at the moment, changing jobs is a big step. Whether this is to increase your hours, advance your career or work closer to home, whatever the reason, we can help you to make the move.

Read some of our success stories

Get in touch

Find out if we can help you by completing our enquiry form. We'll ask you for:

your name
a contact phone number
what your enquiry is about

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What our partners say

Annie, Producer - BALTIC, Gateshead

"What I have appreciated the most about our partnership is their willingness to share expertise; enthusiasm and openness to work together and explore different ways of doing this; the commitment and care shown to the people they support; and consistent and positive correspondence."

John, Partnership Manager - Wise Group

"Gateshead Council have been a key partner since the beginning of the Wise Steps project in 2017. Wise Steps Job Coaches are committed to supporting people who face a number of challenges getting into work and they go the extra mile every day to ensure the appropriate support is provided."

Our information advice and guidance policy

We aim to help and support residents to achieve their work, learning and personal development goals by providing appropriate and timely information, advice and guidance and support to help people make informed choices.

Free information advice and guidance is available to all residents. We work locally and regionally with partners to help ensure people can access employment and skills support whatever their circumstances.

Our information, advice and guidance policy summarises what information, advice and guidance means for you and how to access our services.