Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council is looking for an Education Health Care Assistant. It’s a permanent, part-time post based in Blackburn paying £25,614 to £26,427 a year. Applications close on Thursday 12 November 2026.
About the role
Supports pupils aged 4-19 at Newfield School, a special school in Blackburn, working under teachers and senior staff to deliver outcomes in each pupil's Education Health Care Plan. Duties include personal care, communication support and classroom help.
About Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council
Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council is the unitary authority for the towns of Blackburn and Darwen and the surrounding villages in East Lancashire. Unitary since 1998, it provides all local council services, including education, social care, housing, highways, waste and planning.
What they’re looking for
- Child centred approach
- Experience with children welcome, not essential
- Satisfactory DBS check
- Complete application form required
What’s on offer
- Full training and development programme
- Term time working, 39 weeks a year
- 5 annual professional development days
How to apply
You apply directly with Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council: the Apply button takes you to their full advert. The closing date is 12 November 2026.
Interested in this role?
You’ll complete your application on Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council’s website.
