Kickstart membership
Start your journey to smarter self-employment
£16 a month Incl. VAT (annual subscription)
Who is this membership for?
Kickstart membership is for people within the early stages of their self-employed career or about to start their business. We provide specific guidance on building a sustainable business where you’ll thrive working for yourself.
This membership is also perfect for those with a side hustle who are seriously considering transitioning into full time self-employment.
Kickstart benefits
In addition to receiving all the standard benefits of membership shown below, Kickstart members also have access to tailored support and protection for starting a business.
IPSE Incubator
This 12-month Incubator provides hands-on support for launching a new business, featuring monthly resources and tasks to keep you on track.
Illness and injury cover
If you are ill or injured for three or more weeks and cannot work, IPSE will compensate you up to £1500.
More benefits
As a Kickstart member, you get the tailored benefits for starting out listed above, as well as all the following benefits as standard.
Tax and legal helplines
We provide you with tax, contract and legal guidance, delivered by knowledgeable and friendly experts on our helplines.
The Business Hub
Access 100s of templates, guides and tools (created by experts) 24/7, so you never have to wait to keep your business moving forward.
Events, training, and networking
IPSE holds a diverse range of events every year, both online and in-person, to help you expand your skills and knowledge, and make connections.
Everyday savings with IPSE offers
Members can access a wide collection of rewards and savings from some of the UK’s biggest brands through IPSE offers.
Unlimited co-working
We've partnered with AndCo who have opened up workspaces in hotels and other venues, so you can enjoy a work lifestyle like no other.
IPSE member directory
The member directory can help you find new clients, collaborate with other professionals, and stay up-to-date on the latest industry trends.
Campaigning
The self-employed are stronger together. That’s why we bring you together, to champion and advocate on your behalf to government and industry.
1-2-1 success sessions
Our experienced members are here to lend an ear. Book a 20 minute chat with an expert to discuss anything from finding work to data protection.
Discounted contract review service
We offer a professional contract review and advice if you want to ensure your contract fits within IR35 regulations, all at a discounted rate for members.
IPSE Community
Our dedicated community fosters collaboration, knowledge sharing, and peer support to help you succeed in your self-employed journey.
Starting out with our Incubator programme
The 12-month Incubator provides hands-on support for launching a new business. Each month, you'll receive a range of helpful resources and tasks to complete, taking you step-by-step through the creation of your business. Plus, you'll have access to the expert team at IPSE and our helplines, should you have any questions along the way.
Support from real people
When you're just starting out, it can be difficult to know who to turn to for advice and support. By becoming a member of IPSE, you're joining a supportive community of people who have chosen to be their own boss, just like you. As the only not-for-profit focused solely on self-employment in the UK, IPSE provides impartial, accurate and relevant advice on the topics that matter to you.
Plus, our helplines, 1-2-1 Success Sessions, meet-ups, online groups, and member engagement representatives are all ways you can chat to real people about whatever's on your mind.
You’re in good company
Join thousands of self-employed members who are forging their own path with us by their side.
"I highly recommend joining, and then once you join, be active, go and check out all the different things. There’s everything from health and wellbeing to the knowledge bank and sharing your story. It’s a really amazing organisation."
"I discovered IPSE and I thought: that’s perfect, there’s an association that’s dedicated to freelancers, to people like me. It seemed like IPSE really understood what my needs were, and what I was looking for."
"It was all those things that I knew I needed to sort out. It was that peace of mind. Also let’s not ignore the perks, I’ve used the Apple discount many times over the years, which actually saves you a lot of money."
"From lobbying government on freelancer rights and policy, to providing access to the perks normally reserved for employees, being an IPSE member is the smart play."
"Joining IPSE is one of the single most important things a freelancer can do. They have information at their fingertips, lobby on your behalf and keep you constantly connected. It gives you such a strong sense of being part of a wider community and that your voice matters."
"Having IPSE membership helped me to ensure I had implemented all of the best business practices, and it's great to be part of such a friendly support network of other freelancers too."
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