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16 Apr

Jobs & Skills Fair 2026 – Blackburn with Darwen

A free Jobs & Skills Fair bringing together local employers and jobseekers. Explore full-time and part-time roles, apprenticeships, placements and work experience opportunities, and connect directly with organisations recruiting across Blackburn with Darwen.

When: 16 Apr 10:00 - 15:00

Where: Blackburn with Darwen

Host: Hosted by Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council

23 Apr

Being a Responsible Employer - Embedding Inclusion, Support & Compliance

A practical session for business leaders and HR professionals on building inclusive workplaces, supporting employee wellbeing, and ensuring compliance with confidence.

When: 23 Apr 09:00 - 11:30

Where: Blackburn with Darwen

Host: AfterAthena (facilitated by Janine Smith)

28 Apr

Creative Leaders in Arts, Culture & Digital - Creative Leadership & Management Skills Bootcamp

Are you based within the arts, culture or digital sector and ready to strengthen your leadership and management skills?

When: 28 Apr 09:30 - 15:00

Where: Blackburn with Darwen

Host: Community CVS

30 Apr

Business Fundamentals Skills for Enterprise Growth - Business Skills Bootcamp for Start-ups & SME's

Are you thinking about starting a business or developing a new idea and want to build the skills and confidence to make it happen?

When: 30 Apr 09:30 - 15:00

Where: Blackburn with Darwen

Host: Community CVS

03 Jun

Good For Growth - B Corp Fest

What if the next phase of your business growth came from doing things differently… not just doing more? On Wednesday 3rd June 2026, we’re hosting Good for Growth (B Corp Fest) at The Wellbeing Farm.

When: 03 Jun 09:00 - 20:30

Where: Blackburn with Darwen

Host: The Wellbeing Farm

09 Jun

3 Day IOSH Managing Safely (Day Release)

9th, 16th and 23rd June 2026. Includes IOSH registration, manual, certification and lunch/refreshments.

When: 09 Jun 09:00 - 17:00

Where: Blackburn with Darwen

Host: Afterathena Limited

07 Oct

3 Day IOSH Managing Safely (Day Release)

7th, 14th and 21st October 2026. Includes IOSH registration, manual, certification and lunch/refreshments.

When: 07 Oct 09:00 - 17:00

Where: Blackburn with Darwen

Host: Afterathena Limited

08 Oct

Level 3 Mental Health First Aider Training (2 day)

This course will teach learners how to spot and help someone who is going through mental health challenges.

When: 08 Oct 09:00 - 17:00

Where: Blackburn with Darwen

Host: Afterathena Limited

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