Meet our staff

Smart Works is driven by a dynamic and passionate staff team working across 10 UK centres.

We all share the same mission of delivering the Smart Works service to women who need it most. Through the power of interview coaching and high-quality interview clothing, we help unemployed women get into work and change the trajectory of their lives.

Smart Works North East Team

Head of Smart Works North East
Helen Boyd
“I’m so proud to be part of the Smart Works North East Team, working with our amazing volunteers who are all so passionate about supporting women into the workplace, helping them gain confidence as well as financial independence.”
Outreach Lead
Ruby Taylor
"What we see at Smart Works is when women are met with encouragement, empathy, and practical support, they are empowered to overcome challenges and succeed in their careers. Being part of the team means I get to combine my passion for fashion with helping women thrive. As Outreach Lead, I travel across the region spreading the Smart Works word and aiming to ensure that every unemployed woman knows we're here to support her on her journey into meaningful employment."
Events and Fundraising Lead
Kathryn Armstrong
"My favourite thing about working at Smart Works North East is our amazing community of supporters. If you would like to chat about hosting an event, taking on a challenge to raise money or partnering with Smart Works North East, I would love to hear from you!"
Service Delivery Coordinator
Diane Lambton
“I am thrilled to be working with the Smart Works North East team, to help deliver our amazing service to women in the North East and giving them the confidence to go get that job.”
Communications and Engagement Coordinator
Taylor Joynt
"I love getting to share the stories that show just how much of a difference Smart Works North East makes to local women. I run our digital channels, act as the PR and media contact and write our newsletters to keep supporters and partners up to date on the service, outreach, events and more- inspiring people to get involved along the way. If you'd like to get in touch for media enquiries, feel free to reach out."

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