Events

Free Event:

Are you a Life Changer who wants to make a real difference, but not sure where to start? Join Compass Fostering at the Manchester Jobs Fair and discover how fostering could become the most rewarding career change you ever make.

At the event, you’ll have the chance to meet our team and speak with real foster carers about their lived experience, what fostering is really like, the support available, and the incredible difference it makes to children and young people who need someone in their corner.

If you’ve ever thought about doing something more meaningful, this could be the moment to explore a new path Come and meet Compass Fostering at the Manchester Jobs Fair, your journey as a Life Changer could start with one conversation.

Join our experienced foster carers for an insightful Live Q&A session. They will talk about their fostering journey and answer any questions you may have.

It’s an excellent opportunity to learn more about Compass Fostering, connect with others who are at the start of their fostering inquiries, and gain a deeper understanding of the process.

What to expect from this event:

• This is a relaxed session where you can simply listen in; there’s no pressure to speak or take part directly.
• You’re welcome to join with your camera on or off. While it’s always lovely for our speakers to see who they’re talking to, we completely understand if you’d rather keep it off.
• The event will last around an hour and there will be a chance for you to ask questions at the end.

FREE Event

Are you a Life Changer wanting to make a difference, but just don’t know where to start? Join Compass Fostering at the London Jobs Fair this April and discover how fostering could become the most meaningful career change you ever make.

At the event, you’ll have the chance to speak directly with our team and meet real foster carers who can share their lived experience, what fostering really looks like day to day, the challenges, the rewards, and the life-changing impact it has on children and young people.

If you’ve ever felt ready to do something more, this is your chance to find out where that journey could begin. Come and meet us at the London Jobs Fair, your future as a Life Changer could
start with one conversation.

Come along to one of our relaxed Discovery events and learn more about our supportive community, award-winning franchise model, and world-class technology in a no-pressure environment. You’ll also hear from real Travel Counsellors who’ve changed their lives with the freedom, flexibility, and earning potential that Travel Counsellors offer.

We explore the journey from solo franchisee to business leader. Hear from former teachers at Nature Makers and Kidslingo who have grown their franchises, hired staff, expanded territories and stepped confidently into leadership roles beyond the classroom.

• The mindset shift from teacher to entrepreneur
• Knowing when it’s time to hire
• Training and supporting a team
• Managing growth without losing balance
• Scaling sustainably and strategically
• What leadership really looks like outside school

If you’re a teacher curious about franchising, or already running a business and wondering what growth could look like, this session offers honest insight, practical guidance and real-life experience.

Because leadership doesn’t end when you leave the classroom. Sometimes, it just begins somewhere new.

The International Franchise Show is the UK’s largest franchise exhibition designed to help teachers like you turn classroom expertise into flexible business ownership. Taking place on 17th & 18th April 2026, at Excel London, you’ll meet 250+ franchise brands including opportunities in tutoring, early childhood education and STEM programmes that value your teaching skills. The event provides everything you need to find and evaluate franchise opportunities, all in one place.

Franchising provides a proven business model with built-in support, essentially a ‘business in a box’ that dramatically reduces risk compared to starting from scratch. At this event, you’ll walk away with the knowledge, connections, and confidence to become your own boss. Your franchise journey starts here.

Whether you’re seeking schedule flexibility, financial stability, or simply ready to leverage your expertise in a new way, you’ll leave with clarity, confidence, and a clear path forward. Create your own schedule. Build sustainable income. Make a meaningful impact on your own terms.

Flip the switch on your career with The Switch – your go-to podcast for expert advice and inspiring stories about making a career change.

Join our host, Gee Foottit, Senior Manager at St. James’s Place Financial Adviser Academy, as leading UK industry thought leaders from psychology, sports, business, and entertainment share the pivotal moments and experiences that led to their career changes.

Whether you’re exploring new paths or ready to make a career move, their practical insights and personal reflections will provide you with the direction, guidance, and motivation you need to make a switch of your own.

The Switch is hosted by the , the UK’s largest financial adviser training programme which has trained over 1,350 individuals to become financial advisers.

This event is tailored for educators considering a transition into financial services. Learn how the SJP Financial Adviser Academy equips former teachers with the knowledge, training, and support to thrive in this fulfilling field.

Whether you’re actively exploring a career change or simply curious about life after teaching, this webinar offers the guidance and inspiration to take the first step.

Thinking about a career change? This one might just stick.

Join our free Wednesday webinar where we’ll give you the low-down on celebrant life. Find out where you’re at and whether becoming a celebrant could be the right next step for you.

We’ll get real about the career prospects, the business side, and, of course, the pure joy of doing work that actually matters.

You’ll discover what celebrants really do, how to train, what you can earn, and how to build a business that works around your life (not the other way round).

Hosted by Kate & Kate, founders of Match and Dispatch former registrars, working celebrants and multi-award-winning trainers who’ve helped hundreds of people make the leap into celebrancy.

Bring your questions, your curiosity, and your cuppa. It’s relaxed, honest, and occasionally hysterically funny — just like the job itself.

Are you a former teacher looking for a meaningful way to stay connected to education and make a lasting impact? Join our free webinar to discover how you can use your teaching experience to support young people facing disadvantage through volunteer tutoring with Action Tutoring.

In just one hour a week, you can help primary or secondary pupils build confidence and skills in maths and English – either in-person or online. We’ll provide all the resources and training; you bring your passion for education!

• Learn about how we’re narrowing the attainment gap grade by grade
• Find out what volunteering as a tutor looks like
• Get answers to your questions about commitment, resources, and support

Don’t miss this chance to make a real difference outside the classroom!

This is a FREE event delivered by former teachers, SEN specialists, an international tutoring expert, and the President of The Tutors’ Association, this session will cover the financial, professional, and personal benefits of tutoring.

Learn how to leverage your teaching skills for extra income, flexibility, and career growth—whether alongside your classroom role or as a transition into entrepreneurship.

You may be thinking about taking that leap to become a founder, taking your product to the next level, wanting to help your marketing team grow their skills, or you’re at the exciting stage of raising capital. Eagle Labs Academy can help with all of this and more. It is free and it’s available to all founders and their team to register for.

Eagle Labs has partnered with experts across the UK’s entrepreneurial ecosystem who have contributed content and inspirational founder stories, in written format and video content for you to learn in your way, at a pace that suits you.

Want to take your business idea or growth journey to the next level? Join us for this live webinar to take advantage of this resource and keep up to date with new courses.

A guide to; Civil Service structure, professions, grades, success profiles, applications, interviews and onboarding. Delivered by former teacher Lydia Williams Learning & Development Lead for the UK Home Office.

• Overview of the Civil Service
• Applying for jobs
• Interviews
• Onboarding

Aimed at those looking to understand a little more about the St. James Place Financial Adviser Academy, this introductory event will give you everything you need. You’ll hear about the amazing market opportunity, what it’s like to be a financial adviser or business owner and what the qualifications might entail. Hear from experts on how we train and support people just like you. You’ll also hear from those who have been in your position and how, through the Financial Adviser Academy, they have gone on to build successful careers and businesses. 

This promises to be an informative, interactive session, where you can ask questions, giving you everything you need to make an informed decision about your future.

Get the information you need on upcoming events being run by our handpicked franchises.

Whether it involves open days, informational webinars, discount offers or business and marketing advice from franchises that operate in the children and educational markets in the UK.