Smart Works Pop-Up Croydon

Free career support for women looking for work

Dates: 17 — 20 August 2026
Location: Smart Works Croydon, Unit 52–53, Lower Mall, Centrale Shopping Centre, 21 North End, Croydon CR0 1TY

From next week, Smart Works in Croydon is opening its doors to invite the local community to see our centre, take part in a range of activities and be supported in their employment journeys. We will be running a styling workshop, an interview top tips workshop and mini career coaching sessions with trained coaches.

Alongside this, we will be offering free headshots and goodies throughout the week, as well as a fashion sale with items starting at just £5.

Whether you're looking for your first job, returning to work after a career break or searching for your next opportunity, Community Week offers practical support to help you strengthen your CV, improve your interview skills and build confidence in your job search.
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Why attend?

Community Week is for women looking for support with their job search. You may find it helpful if:

— You've been applying for jobs but aren't getting interviews and want to understand how to strengthen your CV and applications.  
— You're not sure how to present your skills and experience to employers.  
— You feel nervous before interviews and would like to build your confidence.  
— You're returning to work after a break and would like guidance on your next steps.  
— You're looking for practical careers advice from experienced coaches and employability specialists.  
— You'd like to learn more about the free support Smart Works offers to women looking for work.

Full schedule

Monday, 17 August
10:00am – 11:30am: Connect & Collaborate. Referral Partner Open House.
Tuesday, 18 August
12:30pm – 2:30pm: Interactive Career Confidence and Styling Workshop at Costa Del Croydon.

2:00pm – 3:30pm My Bold Next Step Coaching Sessions.
Wednesday,19 August
10:00am – 1:00pm: Drop-in one-to-one career coaching sessions (30-minute appointments).

11:00am – 2:00pm: Free professional headshots.
Thursday, 20 August
10:00am – 1:00pm: Drop-in one-to-one career coaching sessions (20-minute appointments).

11:00am – 1:00pm: Free professional headshots.

2:00pm – 3:00pm: Tell Me About Yourself and Interview Top Tips Workshop.

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