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Cash Kickstarters: Free money skills workshops for teens

Our Cash Kickstarters masterclasses and bootcamps help young people get confident with their cash.

Here, we’ll give you a sneak peek into the sessions, meet the money mentors guiding you along the way and share stories from students who are already making smart money moves.

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So, what exactly is Cash Kickstarters?

Cash Kickstarters is an initiative by Post Office and non-profit group Unloc. It’s designed to help young people aged 13 to 18 build a better relationship with their money.

Whether it’s saving, budgeting, managing your money or landing your first job, Cash Kickstarters is here to help make money simpler and get you ready for the future.

Cash Kickstarters can help you:

  • Gain valuable skills and knowledge to help you feel confident about your money now and in the future
  • Develop the attitudes and behaviours you need to become financially independent
  • Learn how to make the most of your money, no matter where life takes you

We’re making this happen with free money workshops in schools and colleges across the UK. Led by Unloc’s experts, these sessions are fun, interactive and packed with practical tips to help you take charge of your money. Plus we’re sharing simple guides and money hacks to help too.

Ready to learn more? Check out what our sessions offer and how they’re empowering young people to think differently about money.

Cash Kickstarters bootcamp

Our bootcamps are fun, three-hour workshops for Year 9 and 10 students. They help you feel more confident about your future job choices and teach you the basics of managing money.

The latest sessions were held at Central Foundation Girl’s School in Bow, London and Park Community School in Leigh Park, Havant. Led by Unloc’s money experts Zui Mansata and Tom Lloyd, the sessions were packed with need-to-know advice and hands-on learning.

Here’s what they covered:

  • Making money as a young person
  • Simple budgeting and money management tips
  • Bossing job applications and interviews
  • Kickstarting your own business – including tips for creating a business plan and TikTok content

By the end of the session, students felt inspired, full of new ideas and ready to take on their financial future.

Get the buzz from our money mentors

Meet the money experts who've been guiding young people at our recent Cash Kickstarters bootcamps and masterclasses. Learn what the sessions covered and get a flavour of the top tips and tactics the students took away.

Cash Kickstarters masterclass

Our masterclasses are 90-minute sessions designed to help college or sixth-form students understand their career options and reflect on their own journeys. They aim to instil those who attend with confidence for their lives after college.

The latest sessions, again led by Zui and Tom from Unloc, brought teens together at City of Portsmouth College and Capital City College Group in London.

Topics covered included:

  • Taking control of money and budgeting
  • Nailing job applications, including CVs and covering letters
  • Building interview skills and confidence
  • Understanding what employers look for
  • Budgeting a £1,500 pay cheque for needs, wants and savings, plus some surprise costs too

Students left feeling more prepared, empowered and ready to juggle the work and money demands ahead of them.

Change your money mindset with Cash Kickstarters

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Common questions about Cash Kickstarters

  • Learning about money early on helps you build lifelong skills, from budgeting and saving to making smart financial decisions. By understanding how to manage your money, you’ll feel more confident about achieving your goals, whether that’s saving for something special, planning for your future or handling unexpected expenses.

  • Cash Kickstarters sessions are run by Post Office in partnership with Unloc. Unloc is a non-profit organisation who specialise in empowering young people through education and skills-building programs. Their mission is to inspire and equip the next generation with the tools they need to thrive in both life and work.

    They work with schools, businesses and communities to help young people develop practical skills, confidence and knowledge, making them better prepared to manage their money and build their financial future.

  • Cash Kickstarters is for young people in the UK aged 13 to 18. You don’t need any experience or knowledge, just an interest in learning. These sessions help you build money skills and get ready for future success.

  • Yes. All Cash Kickstarters masterclasses and bootcamps are completely free to attend.

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  • Cash Kickstarters sessions cover a wide range of topics, including:

    • How to budget and save money effectively
    • Tips for applying for jobs and acing interviews
    • Exploring ways to make money as a young person
    • Starting your own business or side hustle

    Each session is fun, hands-on and full of activities to help put what you learn into practice.

  • Absolutely. You don’t need any background knowledge to join. Our masterclasses and bootcamps are designed for beginners, so you can start from scratch and build your confidence step by step. We’ll guide you through everything you need to know in a fun and practical way. There are also handy money tips for teenagers on our main Cash Kickstarters page.

  • Yes, definitely. Our sessions are interactive and you’re always encouraged to ask questions. Whether it’s something specific you’re unsure about or you want tips on a particular topic, our experts are there to help.

Banking and personal finance

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