The 5 best career coaches in Newcastle who might just change your work life
At some point (usually mid-scroll on job listings at midnight), everything can start to feel a bit stuck.
That’s exactly what a friend of mine found herself doing, even after bouncing between an employment agency or two. It wasn’t a lack of options. It was a lack of direction.
What finally got her unstuck? A career coach. Not just someone who polished her CV, but someone who actually helped her figure out what she wanted.
As it turns out, there’s a solid pool of career coaches in Newcastle. Some focus on big career pivots, and some seem to have a knack for spotting strengths you didn’t even realise you had.
Here are the ones we think could help you land your dream job!
How much does career coaching cost in Newcastle?
Career coaching in Newcastle typically ranges from about £25 to £75 per hour for most standard coaches. If you go for someone more experienced or specialised, prices can climb to £80–£250+ per hour.
1. Uniquethinking Coaching
Address: Northumbria House, Regent Farm Rd, Gosforth
Phone: +44 795 755 1810
Business hours:
- Monday to Thursday: 10 AM – 5 PM
- Friday: 2 PM – 5 PM
- Saturday: 1 PM – 4 PM
- Sunday: Closed
Uniquethinking Coaching is led by Sam Hook. Clients could definitely take advantage of her background running a PR business for nearly two decades!
From what we’ve heard, that showed up in how practical her guidance is. It’s not purely theoretical coaching. It’s grounded in actual business and leadership experience. It’s useful for those stepping into leadership roles.
On the practical side, sessions with her also cover the essentials. This includes CV writing, cover letters, and interview prep. But again, it’s framed as a bigger picture.
You’re not just told what to say. You’re coached on how to think, present yourself, and align your career moves with your values.
We also liked that sessions can be done in person or online, and the structure isn’t overly rigid. Some clients only need a handful of sessions to get what they need. The free intro call is also a smart move to check if the dynamic works before committing.
While the business and leadership insight is strong, those in very technical fields might not get the advice they need for their sector.
I would recommend her as a career or life coach
“It has been great working with Sam over the past couple of months. She has a wealth of advice and tips and has helped me to reshape my thinking about ways I approach leadership. In addition, this has boosted my self-confidence and also enabled me to engage with my core values and how these influence my day to day life. I would recommend her as a career or life coach.”
KM, Google review
Sam helped me realise what my core values were
“I needed some help with my confidence as a new business owner, I have recently had a massive lifestyle change which I needed some coaching in order to balance my new day to day life! Sam helped me realise what my core values were and what kind of things I needed to prioritise in order to live my best life. I can highly recommend Sam for both personal and business coaching. She is realistic, a great listener and will help you think in “a unique way”!! Thanks Sam”
Bella Personal Stylist, Google review
2. Jude Daunt Life Coaching
Address: The Old Fire Station, 234-236 High St, Gosforth
Phone: +44 758 558 5098
Business hours:
- Monday to Tuesday: 8 AM – 9 PM
- Wednesday: 8 AM – 6 PM
- Thursday: 7 PM – 9 PM
- Friday: 8 AM – 9 PM
- Saturday: 10 AM – 6 PM
- Sunday: 10 AM – 5 PM
If you’re stuck in that frustrating loop of overthinking and second-guessing your capabilities, Jude Daunt’s approach might help!
Her Unbreakable Mindset Method is not a subtle work. Sessions reportedly behind with a pretty intense 90-minute deep dive.
During this, she pulls apart limiting beliefs and patterns that have been quietly steering careers off course.
That intensity seems to pay off for the right type of client. We came across a story where a client moved into a better senior role.
What stood out wasn’t the promotion itself—it was the shift in clarity and ambition leading up to it.
Her setup leans toward long-term transformation rather than quick fixes. Most clients commit to ongoing programmes, typically spanning several months.
The flagship six-month package includes 12 sessions, DISC profiling, and consistent support. It’s great for those who are serious about investing in themselves.
However, if your main goal is tactical, you’ll likely need additional support elsewhere. Jude focuses on the internal drivers behind career success.
I am very impressed with the results achieved
“Jude is just fabulous!! She has helped me a lot through her coaching sessions. I would highly recommend her life coaching services. I am very impressed with the results achieved. We have worked on my professional goals and I am no longer feeling lost on my career as I was before these coaching sessions. Thanks Jude”
Guilherme Afonso, Google review
I couldn’t be happier with how it’s going
“I started working with Jude earlier this year and she has really helped me key point and identify the areas in my life that I self sabotage, as well as equipping me with the tools and techniques to overcome my limiting beliefs. I couldn’t be happier with how it’s going, 8 sessions deep, and would totally recommend the investment in yourself to anyone out there pondering whether or not to go for it. Thank you so much Jude, for everything!”
Mart, Google review
3. Gill Caleary Life & Executive Coaching
Address: 15 Woodhorn Gardens, Wideopen
Phone: +44 770 271 9003
Business hours:
- Monday: 8 AM – 7 PM
- Tuesday: 8 AM – 8 PM
- Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 6 PM
- Thursday: 8 AM – 8 PM
- Friday: 8 AM – 3 PM
- Saturday: 8 AM – 12 PM
- Sunday: Closed
What stood out about Gill Calerary is her range. She doesn’t silo clients into “career” or “life” boxes. Instead, she treats everything as interconnected.
Client feedback has backed this up. Some came in expecting something narrowly career-focused and ended up unpacking much bigger themes.
Her commercial background also adds a practical edge. There’s a clear thread of real-world business understanding running through her sessions.
Clients mentioned that she balances insight with realism. It’s great for leaders or professionals navigating complex decisions.
Her style mix of frankness and gentleness. She will challenge you properly. She pushes, questions, and won’t let you hide behind easy answers. It’s interesting, though, because that directness is paired with emotional intelligence.
People feel heard and not judged, even when conversations get uncomfortable. For those who want something more technical, though, she might not be the perfect fit.
Working with Gill has been truly life-changing
“Working with Gill has been truly life-changing. She’s helped me shift my mindset and start believing in myself in ways I never thought possible. In just a few months, I’ve made more progress than in the past 36 years! Her support, encouragement, and guidance have meant so much, and I’ve really enjoyed every step of the journey with her. I’m so grateful and definitely hope to work with her again in the future”
Leila White, Google review
She works with me as a whole person
“Someone close to me suggested I got coaching as I was thinking about some changes, I felt I needed to make in my career and life generally, it’s not something I’d considered as I thought coaching was just about improving performance at work, but I decided to give it a go. After checking out a few Life Coaches I chose Gill as in our initial chat she just put me at ease about the whole thing so quickly and explained how coaching works; that she works with me as a whole person; life and work etc. I booked in for 6 sessions and added another 3. I feel like it has just unlocked so much; talking and hearing myself say stuff I didn’t even really know I thought, believed or said to anyone else.”
Shona Philip, Google review
4. Graeme Jordan Job Application and CV Consultant
Address: Business Centre, 6 Clavering Pl
Phone: +44 797 421 9672
Business hours:
- Monday to Friday: 8 AM – 6 PM
- Saturday: 10 AM – 4 PM
- Sunday: Closed
Grame Jordan’s strength is very clear: he treats the job search like a system to be solved, not a vague personal journey. Everything about his approach is practical and targeted.
Instead of broad advice, he breaks roles down, studies person specifications, and essentially reverse-engineers what employers are looking for. Then he helps you present yourself in a way that actually lands.
He’s functioning like an employment agency but with more tailored guidance and fewer service offerings.
Clients loved his interview coaching for how tailored and deliberate the sessions are. They go through questions specifically built around the job they were applying for. And it pays off based on the pattern in outcomes.
Several people came in with a history of unsuccessful interviews and ended up securing offers after working with him.
His CV work is great too! He pulls out the client’s strongest elements and rebuilds them into something that aligns with what employers want to see.
On the flip side, there’s less emphasis on broader career exploration or long-term direction.
His interview coaching was highly personal
“Huge thanks to Graeme for my new CV and interview coaching which enabled me to secure my new job in research. Graeme’s approach is thorough, detailed and thoughtful. His ability to listen, extract pertinent points and communicate my career history in CV form is outstanding. His interview coaching was highly personal and demonstrated industry insight. It enabled me to better understand the interview process and answer questions in the best way possible. I was offered the first job I was selected for and had an interview for – and I couldn’t have done it without Graeme.”
Rachel Gordon, Google review
The service is bespoke and in-depth
“Graeme’s interview coaching technique is excellent. The service is bespoke and in depth. Within one session he was able to accurately identify my skills and relate them directly to the job for which I was applying and gave advice which was perfectly tailored to the interview. Highly recommended.”
Kris Wightman, Google review
5. Gillian Forrester Coaching and EFT Services
Address: 34 Orchard Rise, Lemington
Phone: +44 779 556 9444
Business hours:
- Monday: 5:30 AM – 8:30 PM
- Tuesday to Wednesday: Closed
- Thursday: 5:30 AM – 8 PM
- Friday: 12 PM – 4:30 PM
- Saturday to Sunday: Closed
Gillian Forrester’s approach is more on transformation rather than transaction. She’s not there to tweak your LinkedIn headline and send you on your way.
Instead, she helps clients understand why they feel stuck in the first place and then do something about it.
Her dual background as a coach and an EFT practitioner helps address this problem. She’s not just addressing surface-level career concerns but also the limiting beliefs that quietly sabotage progress.
Based on feedback, most clients received clarity after sessions with her. They finally understood what they want, what matters to them, and feel confident that they can actually get there.
She seems to help teachers a lot because of the practical course she offers. It aims to avoid burnout while becoming a more effective educator.
That’s the breadth of her services, though. If you’re looking for more technical career support, you’ll probably find her offerings abstract.
It’s because of Gillian that I am feeling excited and confident
“…I now know what’s important to me and the direction I want my life to go in, I now have firm ideas and belief that I can achieve my personal and career goals. I know for sure that without Gillian’s brilliant coaching I would not be feeling this positive about my future; it’s because of Gillian that I am feeling excited and confident as I continue on my new path.”
Ann Gordon, Google review
Gillian is clearly passionate about helping teachers
“Gillian is clearly passionate to help teachers recognise their potential for autonomy and success in the classroom. Her course, ‘How to be a great teacher without the burnout’, is both insightful and realistic to help educators navigate the challenges, pressures and opportunities in the workplace…”
Donna Stokes, Google review