Smart Works

Smart Works Smart Works helps unemployed women with clothing and coaching ahead of interview. A visit to Smart Works can change the course of a woman's life.

Smart Works provides high quality clothing and coaching to unemployed women with upcoming job interviews. Smart Works helps them to feel confident, look fabulous, succeed at their job interview and move on with their life. This year we will dress over 10,000 women in a complete outfit of stylish, high quality clothing donated by retailers and professionals.

Yes, we’re jumping on a trend that’s probably about to be over.But we think what we do is, well… kinda chic. 😉If you’d a...
19/08/2026

Yes, we’re jumping on a trend that’s probably about to be over.
But we think what we do is, well… kinda chic. 😉

If you’d also like to make women feel good about themselves, there are plenty of ways you can help, by joining our team of wonderful volunteers, donating or coming to one of our fashion sales. 🩵

With vacancies at their lowest level since early 2021, knowing where to look for your next opportunity is more important...
18/08/2026

With vacancies at their lowest level since early 2021, knowing where to look for your next opportunity is more important than ever.

Different job websites attract different employers and opportunities, so using a variety of platforms can help you uncover roles you might not find elsewhere.

Save this post for the next time you’re job hunting. 💙

05/08/2026

What everyone's wearing at the office – Smart Works Fashion Sale edition 👀

We caught up with our team and volunteers this week and asked them to wear their favourite item they've bought at one of our sales. Some are even wearing full outfits!

If you'd like to look as cool as them, you can join us at our next Fashion Sale on 19–20 September at The Truman Brewery. Link to tickets in bio 🩵

Every candidate’s circumstances are different.When it comes to a first interview, which approach would work best for you...
03/08/2026

Every candidate’s circumstances are different.

When it comes to a first interview, which approach would work best for you? Vote in the poll below.

Today is World Youth Skills Day, and a good reminder that investing in skills can create opportunities, open doors and b...
15/07/2026

Today is World Youth Skills Day, and a good reminder that investing in skills can create opportunities, open doors and build brighter futures.

While today’s awareness day shines a spotlight on young people, the value of learning is applicable to all ages and stages of our working lives. Whether you’re starting your career, returning to work or looking for a new opportunity, developing new skills can help you adapt, grow and build confidence.

At Smart Works, we know that employability isn’t just about qualifications. It’s also about having the confidence to keep learning, embrace new challenges and recognise the value you already bring.

Swipe through to discover four valuable skills that can support you throughout your career, along with practical ways to start developing them today 🩵

If you’re applying for a job, these small improvements to your CV can help recruiters quickly identify your skills and e...
29/06/2026

If you’re applying for a job, these small improvements to your CV can help recruiters quickly identify your skills and experience, improving your chances of progressing through the interview process.

We sat down with Fiona Beighton, one of our Smart Works coaching volunteers, to discuss some of the most common CV mistakes she sees and her advice on how to overcome them. From tailoring your CV for each application and strengthening your personal profile to showcasing your transferable skills, these practical tips can help you present your experience more effectively.

Swipe through for five simple ways to strengthen your CV. 🩵

An energising day at our North London centre was had last week when we welcomed the Rt Hon Dame Diana Johnson DBE, Minis...
19/06/2026

An energising day at our North London centre was had last week when we welcomed the Rt Hon Dame Diana Johnson DBE, Minister for Employment for a visit. The day was an opportunity for the Minister to hear directly from women we are supporting in their employment journeys and learn more about why our service is so effective.

Our clients stories brought to life the human experience behind the statistics and headlines: the time intensive nature of job applications, often juggled alongside caring responsibilities; the impact of health challenges or sudden changes in family circumstances on women’s employment journeys; and the silence and uncertainty that so often characterise the job search today. Above all, they spoke about confidence — how easily it can be eroded, and how transformative the right support can be.

We deeply appreciate these experiences being listened to at the highest level. Understanding the barriers women face is essential to shaping a future where these barriers are lowered, and where every woman has a fair chance to move into work and thrive.

This is why Smart Works exists. When women are equipped with the right support at the right time, they have the opportunity to step into employment with strength, confidence and the change to transform their lives.

If you live in the UK and would like to get involved with Smart Works, there’s plenty happening across the UK in the com...
12/06/2026

If you live in the UK and would like to get involved with Smart Works, there’s plenty happening across the UK in the coming weeks.

From fashion sales to wellness days and more, our teams are busy bringing people together to support women into employment.

Swipe through to see what’s coming up near you  🩵

A unique opportunity to get a glimpse into the conversations Smart Works Fashion Club brings to its members throughout t...
09/06/2026

A unique opportunity to get a glimpse into the conversations Smart Works Fashion Club brings to its members throughout the year.

Why do we buy what we buy?

From impulse purchases and trend cycles to confidence, identity and belonging, our relationship with fashion is often shaped by forces we rarely stop to examine.

As part of London Climate Action Week, Smart Works Fashion Club is bringing together , Sarah Crook, Dr Dion Terrelonge and for an evening exploring the psychology behind consumption and what it means for the future of fashion.

Following the panel, guests will have the opportunity to join smaller breakout conversations, diving deeper into topics including shopping habits, second-hand fashion, industry change, and the connection between clothing and confidence.

📍 Town Hall by Bottaccio, King’s Cross
📅 Thursday 25 June
🕕 6pm–8pm

Tickets available via the link in our bio.

Meet Olivia. Smart Works met her for the first time when she was 19. She’d never had a job interview and spent 21 hours ...
29/05/2026

Meet Olivia. Smart Works met her for the first time when she was 19. She’d never had a job interview and spent 21 hours a week looking for work. Hearing nothing. Silence damages confidence the most. Not rejection — silence.

We’ve known this for years and we tell anyone who will listen. In fact, Smart Works North East sent Ruby (Outreach Lead) to tell the Department of Work and Pensions following an invitation to share insights and details about our service with with Alan Milburn earlier this year. Ruby told him how young women are trying but the system isn’t recognising it. How silence can erode confidence making the climb to get a job even steeper.
This week a government report is telling the whole country. That youth unemployment is so high, we risk leaving 1 in 6 young people behind.
If there’s a young woman you know who has sent application after application and heard nothing back, tell her about Smart Works. Tell her she’s not alone. It’s not her.
If you’re an employer, or work somewhere which is recruiting, connect with someone at Smart Works. Initiatives such as our Jobs Fairs and Smart Works Futures seek to connect young people to potential employment.
Visit our website (link in bio) to find out more.

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Unit 1 Canonbury Yard
London
N13DF

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+442072881770

Website

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