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Job details
Terms and Conditions: 12 months Fixed Term, 37 hours per week
Department: Childrens & Education
Interview date: W/C 2nd November 2026
Should this role become permanent, it may not be readvertised.
We are looking to recruit a temporary, full-time Learning and Training Advisor to work as part of the New Directions Careers Service, covering a maternity absence for 12 months.
New Directions provide impartial careers information, advice and guidance to young people aged 14-19 (up to 25 if they have learning difficulties, disabilities or care leavers) to assist and support them to remain in or return to education, training or employment, and to achieve their full potential.Your caseload will include working with some of our most vulnerable young people, including those who have an Education, Health and Care Plan and potentially those who have care experience.
Depending on your IAG qualifications, work may also include a focus on pre-16 children, as part of our traded service to schools and early intervention work which is a key factor in raising participation.
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Learning and Training Advisor employer: Blackburn with Darwen Council
Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises the well-being and professional development of its staff. As a Social Worker in the Transformation in Adult Supported Living role, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals with complex needs while benefiting from ongoing training and collaboration with key partners in the community. Located in a vibrant area, the council fosters a sense of belonging and encourages innovative approaches to social care.
Contact Details:
Blackburn with Darwen Council Recruitment Team
