The Gateshead Public Service Academy is an employee learning and development partnership between:Gateshead Council, Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust, Gateshead NHS PCT part of South of Tyne & Wear NHS Primary Care Services, Gateshead College and Northumbria University ... read more

Testimonials

People who work for the Gateshead Public Service Academy Partnership organisations come form all walks of life, with a variety of skills, interests and hobbies. A number of employees when asked were willing to share their working experience here. Take a look at our case studies to find out more about how working for the public sector fits into their lives:

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As a member of the Territorial Army, the Council’s Work/Life Balance Policy is very beneficial to me. The Council recognises the pressure I can be under and supports me by being flexible with my hours and giving me additional leave to attend two week annual camps.... read more

Laura Moore

Human Resources, Gateshead Council

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It just goes to show no matter how old you are, you can learn new skills, to help you change direction, I did.... read more

John Cummings

Human Resources, Gateshead Council

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I enjoy my job because it offers challenges and training to improve my skills within the Council, also meeting people, listening to their concerns and hopefully help them to keep Gateshead a clean and tidy place to live.... read more

Robert Hubbard

Local Environmental Services, Gateshead Council

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There are several benefits of working within a large public sector organisation, I have good accessibility at work for my wheelchair, and the flexible working arrangements are also excellent... read more

Stephen Miller

ICT Department, Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust

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This position has given me experience of working within a large multi site environment, bringing with it many technical challenges.... read more

Julie Ellison-Hutton

ICT Services, Gateshead Council

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There are many benefits associated with working for Gateshead Council, these include great working conditions, flexible working arrangements help me to achieve a good balance between my work and my private life.... read more

Nicola Morris

Legal and Corporate Services, Gateshead Council

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Working for the Trust provides equal training opportunities to support my career and professional development. I enjoy my work because of its variety and the daily challenges it presents.... read more

Mabel S. Mwedzi

Radiology, Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust

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I work within a small team where there is a great emphasis on teamwork. If I ever need advice or help I know I can always ask my team.... read more

Neil Povey

ICT Services, Gateshead Council

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I have experienced several roles within TGHC including purchasing, creditors and debtors and system development, which have greatly developed my overall skills. This enabled me to further my career development within the Company.... read more

Laura Chapman

Leashold Services, The Gateshead Housing Company

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