Blackpool Council

Blackpool Zoo’s new Changing Places facility has been officially opened by inspirational disability champion Zack Kerr. Changing Places toilets improve accessibility and comfort enabling anyone, regardless of their disability, to enjoy community life, socialise and travel. The new toilet facility at Blackpool Zoo includes a height adjustable changing bench, ceiling hoist, peninsular toilet and plenty of space. Read the full story: https://lnkd.in/eukPCbyb

GREAT NEWS ♻ Blackpool’s promenade is set to become more environmentally friendly with the addition of 20 recycling bins aimed at boosting the recycling rates for residents and visitors alike. The initiative is part of #InTheLoop, a collaborative project between environmental charity Hubbub, and the Natural Source Waters Association to increase out-of-home recycling opportunities across all the UK. Enveco Blackpool, Blackpool's waste management provider, held an official launch event yesterday to unveil the first 20 colourful new bins, which will be a fantastic addition for the town. The Leader of Blackpool Council - Cllr Lynn Williams MBE, Cllr Paula Burdess and Cllr Adrian Hoyle joined key stakeholders and partners involved in keeping Blackpool tidy, along with Strictly Come Dancing professional and former winner, Jowita Przystal, to launch the bins and announce that they are ready for use! Read the full story: https://lnkd.in/eHA3_E_t Enveco Blackpool Hubbub SEA LIFE Aquariums Blackpool Business Improvement Districts Limited

𝗪𝗘'𝗥𝗘 𝗛𝗜𝗥𝗜𝗡𝗚 | Looking for a new job? We have a number of positions available across our teams, including some that require little to no experience. Take a look at some of our latest opportunities 👇 Auditor ⇢ tinyurl.com/AuditorJun24 Catering Assistant ⇢ tinyurl.com/CateringJul24 Business Support Officer ⇢ tinyurl.com/BSOJul24 Mobile Support Worker ⇢ tinyurl.com/MSWJuly24 Library Assistant ⇢ https://lnkd.in/epMBF-yK Catering Manager ⇢ https://lnkd.in/eWdW_Csg Illuminations Operative ⇢ https://lnkd.in/e2c-etnP Vitaline First Responder ⇢ https://lnkd.in/e-WJqSkx Quality Assurance Assistant ⇢ https://lnkd.in/eySwJTdq Assistant Swimming Teacher ⇢ https://lnkd.in/em3PbCec Apprentice Administrator ⇢ https://lnkd.in/eJuWTWr4 Engineering Services Network Operative ⇢ tinyurl.com/ESNOJul24 See all our latest roles ⇢ tinyurl.com/BPLVacancies

💚 𝗕𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗸𝗽𝗼𝗼𝗹'𝘀 𝗳𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁-𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗘𝗰𝗼-𝗛𝘂𝗯 𝗼𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗹𝗮𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗱 💚 The cutting-edge demonstration hub, located at Palatine Library in the south of the town, offers an opportunity to see low-carbon and renewable technology in action. Environmental charity Groundwork won £100,899 funding following a successful bid to the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero’s Local Energy Advice Demonstrator Programme (LEAD). Groundwork, in partnership with Blackpool Council, manages the Eco-Hub with a mission to make homes more energy efficient and to help make people and the planet healthier and happier. The team of dedicated advisors are on hand to assist with: ✅ Advice and support with home retro-fit (work on an existing building to improve its energy efficiency) ✅ Renewable technologies such as solar panels and air source heat pumps and how they work ✅ Eligibility for grant funding and financing ✅ Advice and support with home energy use, smart meters, bills and tariff’s ✅ Useful tips and advice for saving energy and water, and more! Read the full story here: tinyurl.com/EcoHubJul24

We’re thrilled to announce that Devonshire Road Rock Gardens and Highfield Road Park have won the Green Flag Award! An international quality mark for parks and green spaces, the award is a testament to the hard work of Blackpool Council's Park and Green Open Spaces Service, Enveco Blackpool, the Friends of Groups and many other supporters in the local community. Well done to all involved Read the full story: https://bit.ly/GreenFlag24

Want a job that makes a real difference? We're looking for a Rehab Support Worker to join our adult care and support team. You will providing rehabilitation to adults in a safe and supportive environment, helping them to regain everyday skills and improve their independence. If you're a people person and you enjoy helping others, this could be the job for you! Applications close Thursday 11 July 2024. Apply now! ⤏ tinyurl.com/RSupportJul24

𝗪𝗘'𝗥𝗘 𝗛𝗜𝗥𝗜𝗡𝗚 | Looking for a new job? Take a look at some of the latest opportunities from across our teams 👇 Library Assistant ⤏ https://lnkd.in/eHZUSXWs Youth Engagement Officer ⤏ tinyurl.com/YEOfficerJul24 Team Administrator ⤏ tinyurl.com/TeamAdminJul24 Support Advisor ⤏ https://lnkd.in/eG7KEfZB Music Instructor ⤏ https://lnkd.in/eneW3FpG Assistant Swimming Teacher ⤏ https://lnkd.in/eWMeiT9w Rehab Support Worker ⤏ tinyurl.com/RSupportJul24 Auditor ⤏ tinyurl.com/AuditorJul24 See all our latest roles ⇢ tinyurl.com/BPLVacancies

𝗪𝗘'𝗥𝗘 𝗛𝗜𝗥𝗜𝗡𝗚 | Looking for a new job? We have a number of positions available across our teams, including some that require little to no experience. Take a look at some of our latest opportunities 👇 Driver ⇢ tinyurl.com/DriverJun24 Auditor ⇢ tinyurl.com/AuditorJun24 Receptionist ⇢ tinyurl.com/ReceptionJun24 Leisure Assistant ⇢ tinyurl.com/LeisureJun24 Referral Co-Ordinator ⇢ tinyurl.com/ReferralJul24 Illuminations Collector ⇢ tinyurl.com/CollectorJun24 Passenger assistant ⇢ https://lnkd.in/eRCcPRpx Catering Manager (Unity) ⇢ https://lnkd.in/epmE5FXk Catering Manager (Moor Park) ⇢ https://lnkd.in/egdZPzan Active Communities Referral Co-Ordinator ⇢ tinyurl.com/ACRCJul24 See all our latest roles ⇢ tinyurl.com/BPLVacancies

🇬🇧 Armed Forces Week is back with a programme of events and entertainment to honour our heroes. Blackpool will come together this week to welcome serving military personnel, veterans and cadets, with a range of activities for them and their families, as well as residents and visitors. Here's some of what's happening ⬇️ 🇬🇧 Flag Raising Ceremony, 24 June Blackpool Armed forces week officially begins with the raising of the Armed Forces Day Flag above the Town Hall. 🇬🇧 Fylde Memorial Arboretum, 28 June, 11am–12.30pm The Fylde Ex-Service Liaison Committee will host a service of dedication at the centre of the Memorial Arboretum's Glade area. 🇬🇧 Spitfire Visitor Centre Open Day, 29 June, 10am–4pm There will be a range of activities and displays to commemorate the vital role that the UK Armed Forces have played in the past, are currently taking part in and their potential roles in the future. (Entry fees apply). 🇬🇧 Sunday Morning Service and Parade, 30 June, from 10:30am Blackpool comes together to honour and unite Britain’s Armed Forces past, present and future. Find out more: https://lnkd.in/exwKGBJ2

𝗪𝗘'𝗥𝗘 𝗛𝗜𝗥𝗜𝗡𝗚 | Looking for a new job?   We have a number of positions available across our teams, including some that require little to no experience.   Take a look at some of our latest opportunities 👇 Driver ⇢ tinyurl.com/DriverJun24 Music Instructor ⇢ tinyurl.com/MusicJun24 Receptionist ⇢ tinyurl.com/ReceptionJun24 Family Worker ⇢ https://lnkd.in/eUJ7927n IPS Employment Specialist ⇢ tinyurl.com/IPSJun24 Care and Support Worker ⇢ tinyurl.com/CSWJun24 Emergency Housing Officer ⇢ tinyurl.com/EHOJun24 Passenger assistant ⇢ https://lnkd.in/eRCcPRpx   See all our latest roles ⇢ tinyurl.com/BPLVacancies