Job description

Terms and Conditions: 37 hours, Full Time

Department: IT

Interview Date: April 2026

Start Date: September 2026

Want to kick-start your career or change career paths and earn while you learn?

Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council is looking for enthusiastic, motivated individuals to join our apprenticeship programme and help make a real difference in our community.

We know that college or university isn’t for everyone. That’s why an apprenticeship is a great way to gain a qualification, earn a wage, and get hands-on experience—all without the debt that comes with full-time study. Our Apprentice salary is competitive

As an apprentice, you will:

✅ Spend one day a week learning with your training provider

✅ Get real work experience that employers value

✅ Build your confidence and skills in a supportive environment

By the end of your apprenticeship, you’ll have at least two years of experience—and we have a fantastic track record of offering permanent jobs to apprentices who want to stay with us!

What’s in it for you?

You’ll start on £10.00 per hour in your first year.
In your second year, we’ll move you onto the minimum wage band that matches your age, with the rate for ages 18 and over as the baseline
26 days holiday plus bank holidays
Great pension scheme
Discounts including gym membership

At Blackburn with Darwen, we believe in treating everyone fairly and creating a workplace where you feel supported. Our values—Trust, Respect, Ambition, Collaboration, and Kindness (TRACK)—are at the heart of everything we do.

Candidates must be able to show genuine interest within the role.

For most apprenticeships a minimum of a Grade 4 in English & Maths is required and if you have not achieved these you may be asked to continue to work towards these qualifications.

Applying is quick and easy with our simple online form!

APPRENTICE – IT

As an IT Apprentice, you will play an important role in supporting the development, maintenance, and security of the Council’s technical environment. Working alongside experienced professionals, you'll help ensure our systems, networks and platforms are robust, efficient and ready to meet the needs of our staff and residents.

This apprenticeship offers a unique chance to learn, grow and contribute to real-world digital transformation projects.

If you have any questions regarding the role, please contact John Treece-Birch at john.treece-birch@blackburn.gov.uk

Job details

Job reference

REQ04714

Date posted

12/02/2026

Application closing date

08/03/2026

Location

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Salary

Your starting salary will be £10.00 an hour in your first year. During your second year you will remain on this amount or the minimum wage for your age, whichever is higher.

Package

26 days annual leave plus bank holidays, an excellent pension and a number of discounts including gym membership.

Contractual hours

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Basis

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Job category/type

Council

Blackburn with Darwen Council

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