Career Kickstart
Are you ready to kickstart your career journey?
This project ended on the 31st March 2025.



You’ll receive support to overcome employment challenges.
We’ll take the time to understand you better and provide ongoing assistance, including help with benefits, housing, money management, with a job interview guaranteed on successful completion.
Got any questions?
Contact us about Career Kickstart!
Call us about the project on 0191 490 4334
Email us about the project at hello@societymatterscic.com
If you’re a Gateshead resident,
Career Kickstart offers training to:
- Boost your confidence
- Enhance your CV
- Refine your teamwork skills
- Develop your communication skills
- Learn how to apply these skills in a call centre environment.
Ready to take part?
This is your week at a glance:

Learn about Citizens Advice Gateshead and explore GDPR rules and key people skills.

Learn how to communicate clearly, listen well, and solve conflicts – all crucial for doing well at work.

Use your skills in fun group activities to boost problem-solving ability.

Get a valuable inside look at what it’s like to be a contact center adviser.

Boost your CV, sharpen your interview skills, and confidently pursue your next job opportunity!