Business Details
Social Work Recruitment Events UK
Established to bridge the gap between social work professionals and employers, Compass Career Opportunities Career Opportunities has become a pivotal force in the UK's social care sector. Our team brings decades of combined experience in recruitment and event management, specialising in creating platforms where talent and opportunity converge. Through our flagship events - the COMPASS Jobs Fair in Birmingham and London, and The Social Work Show - we offer unparalleled access to employment, training, and career development. These events feature exhibitions with over 35 organisations, CPD-accredited seminars, and networking opportunities that reflect our deep understanding of sector challenges.As a trusted partner to local authorities, voluntary groups, and private sector stakeholders, we maintain rigorous standards through verified exhibitor credentials and continuous feedback mechanisms. Our commitment to quality is demonstrated by free visitor access to events, partnerships with CPD sponsors like The London Borough of Hounslow, and adherence to strict data protection policies. With a proven track record since our founding, we combine industry expertise with practical insights to deliver solutions that address real workforce development needs.
Services
Job Fairs
CPD Seminars
Employer Exhibitions
Career Development
Networking Events
Highlights and features
- We host the UK's largest social work recruitment events with 35+ exhibitors
- Our events offer free CPD-accredited seminars and workshops
- We partner with local authorities and sector stakeholders nationwide
- Our exhibitions feature employers from children's and adult social care
- We provide free visitor access to career development opportunities
Services
Job Fairs
Our job fairs connect social work professionals with employers through large-scale exhibitions. Events feature 35+ organisations from children's and adult social care sectors. Visitors access free career development resources and networking opportunities.
CPD Seminars
We provide CPD-accredited seminars covering current practice issues and professional development. Sessions include workshops, panel discussions, and film presentations delivered by sector experts at all our events.
Employer Exhibitions
Exhibitions showcase leading social work employers from public, private, and voluntary sectors. Organisations demonstrate services, share best practices, and recruit professionals at dedicated exhibition spaces.
Career Development
We support career progression through networking events, job opportunities, and skills development resources. Professionals access training providers and CPD-certified learning materials at all our events.
Networking Events
Our events facilitate peer-to-peer networking and employer engagement. Social workers connect with colleagues, share practice insights, and explore career opportunities in dedicated networking spaces.
Questions
What social work events do you organise?
We organise the COMPASS Jobs Fair in Birmingham and London, plus The Social Work Show in Manchester. These events feature exhibitions, CPD seminars, and networking opportunities.
Are your events free to attend?
Yes, all our events are free for visitors with no charge for entry, seminars, or career development resources.
How can employers participate as exhibitors?
Employers can book exhibition stands through our online booking system or PDF forms available on our website.
Do you offer continuing professional development?
Yes, our seminars are CPD-accredited and contribute to professional registration requirements for social workers.
What locations do your events cover?
We hold events in Birmingham, London, and Manchester with exhibitors from across the UK social care sector.
