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Queen Square Medical Practice - IT Support Technician (Apprenticeship)

Queen Square Medical Practice are looking for a self-motivated, experienced individual looking to develop their knowledge and formalise their skills with a higher-level qualification. The successful candidate will support the IT lead in ensuring the businesss critical systems are operational, as well as troubleshooting software and hardware issues. We welcome applications from career changers or those with existing GP Practice / IT experience. Deadline: 27 February 2026

National Festival of Making - Open Call - Maker's Market Applications

Curated by Hopeful & Glorious, the Makers Market is a vibrant celebration of art, craft, and design from across the region. Set within the stunning Blackburn Cathedral, at the heart of the National Festival of Making, the market brings together stalls from some of the UK’s most exciting independent makers.⁠ Apply early to avoid disappointment. ⁠

The Dukes Playhouse Ltd - Front of House Manager

The Dukes is seeking a Front of House Manager to oversee the public-facing areas of The Dukes, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for all patrons and visiting companies/artists. For more information, please download the job pack on our website. Closing date for application forms: 12pm, Monday 9 March.

Ministry for Local Government - Consultations for Proposals for Lancashire Local Government Reorganisation

Local government in Lancashire is changing and your help is needed in shaping how that looks. From 5 February 2026 - 26 March 2026 the government is running a consultation on local government reorganisation in Lancashire, as required to by law. You may respond by completing the online survey. Paper copies are also available in council town halls/civic centre buildings. Find out more and access the government survey via the link. Deadline for submission: 26th March 2026

Liverpool Biennial - Operations & Administration Assistant

The Operations and Administration Assistant will work closely with the Operations Manager to ensure the smooth running of Liverpool Biennial’s day-to-day operations, as well as the effective functioning of the organisation at large, which will require collaboratively working with colleagues across all departments including Development, Marketing, Finance and Programme. 2 Year Fixed Term. £26K p/a. Deadline: Sun 8th March 2026

The Bureau Centre for the Arts CiC - Artist Call Out - Postcard Exhibition 2026

The Bureau Centre for the Arts, an independent community arts centre in Blackburn, is holding their first Postcard Exhibition Fundraiser in April. Why get involved? You see the importance of keeping the doors of arts centres open. We need your support! The opportunity to exhibit in our gallery space for the duration of the show, alongside other artists and your details will be shared at the end of the exhibition on our platforms. Submission Deadline: 23rd March 2026. (See instagram post for Artist instructions)

Ribble Valley Borough Council - Craft Open 2026 - Platform Gallery,

Calling all craftspeople in Lancashire & surrounding counties to showcase your talents at the Platform Gallery. Whether you're a pro or an enthusiastic amateur, this is your chance to shine! Submit up to 6 works by March 23rd for just £15. Exhibition runs April 27th - June 20th.

Preston City Council - General Manager

The Guild Lounge is Preston’s newest entertainment venue, a 350 seater and 500 standing capacity venue in the heart of the city centre. The Guild Lounge programme boasts a range of commercial touring shows including comedy, live music and theatre, local performance groups, and family content. All whilst delivering a quality visit to the theatre, with a full bar overlooking the historic Harris. Preston City Council’s Cultural Service now has an exciting opportunity for a dynamic General Manager with excellent leadership skills to join the Senior Management Team at the Guild Lounge.

Preston City Council - Technical Manager

The Guild Lounge is Preston’s newest entertainment venue, a 350 seater and 500 standing capacity venue in the heart of the city centre. The Guild Lounge programme boasts a range of commercial touring shows including comedy, live music and theatre, local performance groups, and family content. All whilst delivering a quality visit to the theatre, with a full bar overlooking the historic Harris and Crown Courts. Preston City Council’s Cultural Service now has an exciting opportunity for a dynamic Technical Manager with excellent stage technical skills and experience.

Preston City Council - Technical Assistant

The Guild Lounge is Preston’s newest entertainment venue, a 350 seater and 500 standing capacity venue in the heart of the city centre. The Guild Lounge programme boasts a range of commercial touring shows including comedy, live music and theatre, local performance groups, and family content. All whilst delivering a quality visit to the theatre, with a full bar overlooking the historic Harris and Crown Courts. Preston City Council’s Cultural Service now has an exciting opportunity for a dynamic Technical Assistant with excellent stage technical skills and experience.

Preston City Council - Marketing Assistant

The Guild Lounge is Preston’s newest entertainment venue, a 350 seater and 500 standing capacity venue in the heart of the city centre. The Guild Lounge programme boasts a range of commercial touring shows including comedy, live music and theatre, local performance groups, and family content. All whilst delivering a quality visit to the theatre, with a full bar overlooking the historic Harris and Crown Courts. Preston City Council’s Cultural Service now has an exciting opportunity for a dynamic Marketing Assistant with excellent stage technical skills and experience.

North West Independent Film Festival - 2026 Open Call for Short Film Submissions

NWIFF is a celebration of British short films from all over the UK, with a curated programme of screenings taking place in June 2026 in Preston, Lancashire. Two submission categories: Short Film (Fiction) or Short Film (Documentary). Short fiction films can be of any genre (Drama, Comedy, Horror etc.). Animations are eligible to be submitted in this category. The maximum runtime for both categories is 15 mins (including credits). Application deadline: 30 April 2026.

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