Starting something new

Whether you are looking to change your career, find a new hobby or get more involved in your community, it's always a good idea to expand your horizons.

With September fast approaching bringing a new school term, you may be thinking about start something new.

We have a wide range of job vacancies available across the county. Whether you are experienced in working with children and young people and are looking to take the next step in your career or would like to work with adults in your community and you are just starting out, we have a role for you.

If you want to upskill to prepare for a new role, why not find out about the wide range of flexible online courses and 1:1 support for adults across Lancashire at Lancashire Adult Learning? With over 2,000 courses delivered through more than 300 venues across Lancashire, you can learn new skills, boost your career and improve your wellbeing all in one place.

Volunteering is a great way to give back to your local community and meet new people. You could volunteer some of your time at one of our Reuse Hubs, support children and families in a local library or get green-fingered at one of our heritage sites. Find out more about volunteering opportunities on the Lancashire Volunteer Partnership website.

If you're thinking of starting your own business or enterprise, visit Boost's Support Directory to find out about our extensive network of business support available in Lancashire.

If you could give a local child a loving home, have you considered fostering in Lancashire? Our foster carers receive 24/7 support, training and competitive payments. You will become part of a friendly community who make a positive difference to a child's life.

If you are looking to expand your family and provide a permanent home for a child, adoption may be the right path for you. The Adoption Lancashire and Blackpool team of experienced staff are on hand to support throughout your adoption journey. We welcome people from all backgrounds and walks of life – if you think you could offer a child a safe and happy home, we'd love to hear from you.

Expanding your family could also mean sharing your life with an adult by becoming a Shared Lives carer. We carefully match the people we support with their carer, helping them to becoming integrated into the family household and supporting carers to grow their confidence and learn new skills. If you could provide a safe and caring environment for someone and support them on a long or short-term basis, please get in touch.