Our impact

The women we support are at high risk of economic hardship, often struggling with confidence and self-belief in the face of repeated rejection and real barriers to employment.

A large proportion of the women who come to us have applied for over 50 jobs with no success. Over half of our clients are from ethnic minorities and around 30% are lone mothers. By delivering our service at our 12 centres across the UK, we have been able to support over 37,000 women into employment over the past decade.

40,000

women supported into secure employment over the past 10 years

67%

got the job within a month of their first appointment at Smart Works

94%

felt more confident about their livelihood and career

12

centres across the UK to serve local communities

Fashion
Sale

London’s Somerset House Fashion Sale

Join us for our iconic The Times x Smart Works Fashion Sale held at London’s Somerset House on Saturday 22nd and Sunday 23rd November.
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Shop brands including Baukjen, Rixo, Wyse London, Seventy + Mochi, Whistles, ALIGNE, Reiss, Varley, Hobbs, Phase Eight, WNU, Elemis, Ro&Zo, Jovonna London, and MANY more within the festive atmosphere of Somerset House. Plus, for the first time ever, there will be a dedicated menswear room, featuring Orlebar Brown, SMR and Margaret Howell. All stock is priced between 60-70% off RRP.
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Entry is ticket only, so don’t delay, get your ticket today.
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100% of proceeds from the sale will be going to Smart Works, allowing us to continue running our service in communities across the UK where we are needed the most.
Every item you purchase helps an unemployed woman regain her sense of self-worth, get the job, and transform her life. It’s Fashion as a Force for Good, with a festive twist!

Carol Concert

Smart Work Christmas Carol Concert

Join us for a festive evening of carols and cheer at The Smart Works Carol Concert; a heart-warming event to celebrate the holiday season!
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After its resounding success in 2024, the Smart Works Carol Concert returns to St Marylebone Parish Church, London on Tuesday 2nd December for a festive evening filled with beautiful carols and holiday cheer. Get into the spirit of the season with our talented performers and special guests, hosted by Smart Works Patron, Emma Barnett, and featuring The Disney Voices Choir. It's the perfect way to kick off the holiday season with friends and family.
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100% of proceeds will be going directly to Smart Works so we can continue supporting unemployed women to get the clothing, coaching and confidence they need to get the job and transform their lives. Kindly supported by Castlelake and Hollyport Capital.
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Tickets are limited so to be sure you don’t miss out on this magical event, get your ticket here!

Make a donation

Transform a woman's life

Join our mission to support unemployed women across the UK who need help getting into work. Every donation helps us to deliver our service to be able to provide free high-quality interview-appropriate clothing and interview coaching to women who need it the most.

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Donate your pre-loved work-appropriate clothing to support our clients in feeling and looking confident at their job interview.

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Join our community and get involved

Asha

“I had to leave my last job because of the impact it was having on my mental health. I was really struggling – suffering from anxiety and depression. I was having a very hard time.

My appointment was fantastic…Now I see myself and what I've done as being valuable. I know skills that I have are going to help me in the future. I'm in a really good place."

Katie

"I’d been in the same job for 14 years when I decided to make a change. I needed to earn money quickly, I had a mortgage to pay and children to feed.

When it came to looking for a new job, I was in a bad place mentally. I felt ashamed. I didn't know what I was going to do.. It was the Smart Works team that showed me what I could do. I’m in a great place now and that is totally down to Smart Works. I'm just so grateful for the experience that I've been given."

Stephanie

"After college, I worked in a nail salon for a while. The people were lovely there and they wanted me to stay on, but because of personal reasons, I had to leave. That led me to have a long gap in my employment. I was helping my mum care for my dad, and it was quite a difficult time for me.

The clothes and the coaching helped me change my mind set to be more positive. From before I walked into Smart Works, to when I came out, I was like a different person.”