What’s the project about ?

The ‘Ways into Self Employment’ project is based in four areas in West Cumbria: In Maryport, Workington, Cleator Moor, and Whitehaven. It aims to provide a friendly and positive service tailored to your individual requirements, to help you on your way to self employment, or explore other working options. Whatever your thoughts and ideas might be we will listen and support you in achieving your aims.

 

Who will we support ?

• Anyone interested in becoming self-employed or looking for work
  
• Someone who may be in work already or on benefits
  
• A retired person looking to make some extra income
  
• A young person wanting to start a business
  
• Anyone who just wants to talk over some money making ideas

 

What can we offer you ?

Employing yourself may be the way to earn your income. If you have always wanted to be your own boss, or just want to think through your business ideas, but need to find out what help is available then we are here to help with information, and the steps to training and business skills you may need for success.

We offer individual ongoing support on a one to one basis, to

• Explore the steps to self employment
  
• Recognise your skills and qualities
  
• Consider training opportunities
  
• Look at other options such as paid employment

 

How much will it cost ?

This service is at no cost to you and is available in:-

Ewanrigg

Mossbay/Salterbeck

Cleator Moor

Mirehouse

 

Why might you want to be self employed ?

There are many positive reasons for being self employed, for example:-

• Turning your big idea/hobby into a successful business
  
• Setting your own hours
  
• Being your own boss
  
• Working around your other commitments
  
• Earning more money
  
• Expanding your horizon
  
• Spotting a gap in the market
  
• Meeting a local need