Unlock Exciting Career Opportunities at Blackburn's 2025 Roadshows!

Discover Career Development Support

A series of career roadshows are set to take place across the borough of Blackburn with Darwen, aimed at empowering residents aged 16 to 65 with knowledge about available support for career development.

What to Expect

Each event will feature stalls from various organizations and services offering:

• Job vacancies
• Career advice
• Training programs
• Bootcamps

Councillor Phil Riley, Leader of Blackburn with Darwen Council, emphasizes the importance of these events, stating that they are part of the council's mission to grow the local economy and enhance prosperity. He encourages residents, especially recent graduates, to attend and explore their career options.

Roadshow Schedule

Mark your calendars! Each roadshow will run from 1 PM to 4 PM on the following dates:

• Wednesday, 9th April – Audley Neighbourhood Learning Centre, Pringle Street, Blackburn BB1 1SF
• Wednesday, 11th June – Bangor St Community Centre, Norwich St, Blackburn BB1 6NZ
• Wednesday, 23rd July – Darwen Leisure Centre, The Green, Town Centre, Darwen BB3 1PW
• Wednesday, 30th July – Bank Top Neighbourhood Learning Centre, Arthur Way, Blackburn, BB2 1QP
• Thursday, 23rd October – Blackburn Youth Zone, Jubilee St, Blackburn BB1 1EP

Volunteering Opportunities

Attendees will also find information about volunteering opportunities available in the area.

Participating Organizations

On the 9th April at Audley NLC, the following organizations will be present:

• Adult Learning
• Alphabet Training
• Blackburn and Darwen Youth Zone
• Blackburn and Darwen Borough Council
• Blackburn College, Skills for Work
• BwD Wellbeing Service
• Community CVS
• East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust
• Employment Skills & Support Hub
• Enterprise4all
• Foster With Us
• Global Banking School
• IMO Charity
• Ingeus
• Kings Trust
• National Careers Service
• New Directions Careers Service
• Newground Together
• Realise
• Youth Action

Join us to explore diverse career options and boost your professional journey!