Ilkley Chat Jobs Board: 02 September 2025
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📋| ILKLEY CHAT JOBS BOARD |📋 02.09.25 every Tuesday with Right at Home Ilkley, Keighley & Skipton - recruiting CareGivers to provide quality care in a client’s home: www.rightathome.co.uk/ilkley-jobs
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There are three sections - main jobs, apprenticeships and volunteers.
■■■ MAIN JOBS ■■■
PLAY ASSISTANT – THE PLAY STATION OUT OF SCHOOL CLUB, ILKLEY
We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated person to join our team of play professionals to provide before school care (8:10-8:55) at our breakfast club in Ben Rhydding. Additional hours may also be available.
Ideally, the applicant would have experience in working with children and a real passion for the value of play.
The Play Station is committed to safeguarding; all staff must share this commitment. Background checks and an enhanced DBS will be required.
Enquiries should be emailed to Tina: theplay_station@yahoo.co.uk (01943 600474)
Closing date: Friday 19 September 2025
HOUSEKEEPING TEAM – CATGILL FARM, BOLTON ABBEY
We are looking for enthusiastic and reliable people to join our housekeeping team at Catgill Farm, an award-winning glamping and camping site in the Yorkshire Dales.
Our housekeeping team plays a vital role in making sure our luxury pods, bell tents, and facilities are kept spotless and welcoming for every guest. Duties include cleaning accommodation, changing bed linen, and maintaining high standards across the site.
Experience is welcome but not essential — a positive attitude, attention to detail, and willingness to be part of a friendly, hardworking team are what matter most. Flexible hours available, including weekdays and weekends.
Please email cat@catgillfarm.co.uk
TEAM MEMBER – TOAST HOUSE, ILKLEY
Come and join our team at Toast House!
We’re looking for a friendly and reliable person to join our coffee shop team 2–3 days a week plus Saturdays.
Experience preferred (but not essential) in:
• Coffee making (barista skills)
• Food prep & light cooking
If you’re enthusiastic, hard-working, and love working with people, we’d love to hear from you!
Call in for an informal chat if you need for more info.
Toast House, Leeds Road, Ilkley
Apply in person or email your CV to Louise at hello@toasthouse.co.uk
KITCHEN ASSISTANT – MOORFIELD SCHOOL, ILKLEY
We are seeking to appoint a for our friendly independent school in Ilkley.
2 days a week, Wednesday and Friday. Hours 11.00am - 1.30pm
To request a visit or application form and job description, contact Debbie Firth, at dfirth@moorfieldschool.co.uk
Moorfield School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children in our care and the successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check and other safeguarding checks.
WAITER/WAITRESS / BARISTA – THE LITTLE TEAHOUSE, ILKLEY
16+ years old.
The ideal candidate will have a positive attitude, great customer service skills, and will be keen to learn.
Barista or front of house experience is preferred but not essential as training will be provided. Availability to work Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays is essential. Flexibility to cover for staff holidays is appreciated.
We offer competitive rate of pay, cash and card tips. Lunch provided.
To apply, please send your CV to littleteahouse.ilkley@gmail.com
MECHANIC / MOT TESTER – TOWN HEAD GARAGE, ADDINGHAM
We are looking to recruit an experienced motor vehicle technician to join our small busy team. An MOT testers licence is also desired but not required - Candidates should be trained to NVQ level 3 or equivalent.
Full time position, competitive rates of pay. Expected hours: 42.5 per week. Please call 01943 839735 or email info@townheadgarage.co.uk for more details.
DUTY MANAGER/ F&B SUPERVISOR – THE CRAIGLANDS HOTEL, ILKLEY
40 hours
Please email gm@craiglands.co.uk
RECEPTIONIST – THE CRAIGLANDS HOTEL, ILKLEY
24 hours
Please email gm@craiglands.co.uk
KITCHEN PORTER – THE CRAIGLANDS HOTEL, ILKLEY
24 hours
Please email gm@craiglands.co.uk
ONE-TO-ONE SUPPORT WORKER – CHERRY TREE DAY NURSERY, MENSTON
We are looking for a caring, enthusiastic individual to provide one-to-one support for a child with additional needs. Hours: 15 per week, term time only (3 days 2–6pm, 1 day 3–6pm).
You will help the child access nursery life, develop skills, and feel included. Ideally you hold a Level 3 childcare qualification and have experience supporting children with additional needs. We offer a supportive team, training opportunities, and the chance to make a real difference. To apply, email your CV and cover letter to Georgia at cherrytreedaynursery@yahoo.com
PCN PHARMACY TECHNICIAN – CHEVIN MEDICAL PRACTICE, OTLEY
We are looking for a Primary Care Network Technician 37.5 hrs per week salary dependant on experience to join our team.
The successful applicant will be a key part of our clinical team helping to deliver excellent patient care across 3 practices Chevin Medical Practice/ Westgate Surgery & Aireborough Family Practice and must have relevant pharmacy qualifications and registered with GPhC & working towards Centre Postgraduate Education qualification.
For more detailed information please submit your CV and a covering letter to Nicola.lawton7@nhs.net
Closing date: Friday 12 September 2025
TESCO COLLEAGUE – TESCO, ILKLEY
Various part time positions available at the Tesco superstore in Ilkley.
Search ‘Ilkley’ at https://careers.tesco.com/
Closing date: 10 September 2025
TOILETRIES DEPARTMENT – W BOYES & CO, ILKLEY
We're looking for someone to take over our toiletries department. This is a 20 hour contract.
Hours:
SUNDAY: 11am - 3pm
MONDAY: 10am - 2pm
TUESDAY: 10am - 2pm
WEDNESDAY: 10am - 2pm
THURSDAY: 10am - 2pm
Please email 38Ilkley@boyes.co.uk for more info/submitting CVs.
CAREGIVER – RIGHT AT HOME, ILKLEY, KEIGHLEY & SKIPTON
We are looking for passionate CareGivers who are flexible & reliable to provide the highest standard of care in a client’s home.
CareGiver benefits:
Up to £13.20 per hour, ongoing training, mileage allowance, holiday entitlement, weekend & bank holiday enhancement.
Responsibilities:
Personal care, assisting with washing & dressing, shopping, housekeeping, meal preparation, taking clients for appointments/outings, companionship.
Contact: 01943 603794 or ilkley@rightathome.co.uk
COMPANIONS – LADIES IN WAITING, ILKLEY
To cover Ilkley, Burley, Menston and Guiseley area, we require part-time (10-15 hours) Carers/Companions to join our team delivering care and companionship to private clients.
Our ladies are renowned for their understanding and empathy and develop a genuine rapport with their clients.
Flexible hours to cover morning, afternoons, teatimes and alternate weekends.
All visits are a minimum of an hour and you will have your own regular clients so can develop genuinely meaningful relationships.
Some light personal care elements may be involved and experience in care of the elderly is preferred but not essential as full training will be given.
Use of a car is essential.
Please email your CV care@ladiesinwaiting.co.uk or telephone Anne or Andrew 01943 817082 for further details.
MORTGAGE ADVISOR – ECOLOGY BUILDING SOCIETY, SILSDEN
At Ecology, we dare to be different, providing advice on some of the most interesting residential projects positively impacting the environment and society. Your purpose as Mortgage Advisor will be to help our applicants and members to fulfil their home ownership dreams.
View the full job description and apply on our website: https://www.ecology.co.uk/careers/ or contact us at hrteam@ecology.co.uk with any queries.
Closing date: 08 September 2025
BAR/FOH STAFF – PRANZO, ILKLEY
Pranzo Italian Ilkley are looking for talented bar & front of house staff!
Experience is essential and full training is provided, all applicants must be passionate about delivering brilliant service, enjoy working within a fast paced environment and most importantly, love working as part of a fantastic team.
Here at Pranzo we’re proud to work with amazing fresh produce, as well as incredible wines.
If you're interested in either of these roles please send an email to ilkley@pranzoitalian.co.uk with the subject Pranzo Job Application and we can arrange an interview.
ASSISTANT MANAGER – KING’S HALL & WINTER GARDEN, ILKLEY
Bradford Theatres has an exciting vacancy opportunity for an assistant manager based at The Kings Hall & Winter Garden in Ilkley.
We are looking for a candidate that has a proven track record in a similar entertainment setting or a hospitality environment, who has excellent people & management experience including mentoring and training staff and taking a shared lead & responsibility for maximising profit and income within a catering / events / theatre environment.
Full job specification available via the link:
Closing date: 7 September 2025
RECEPTIONIST/ADMIN OFFICER – OTLEY TOWN COUNCIL
20-22 hours. Join Otley Town Council and help support our community!
This varied role includes reception duties, admin support, event coordination, and assisting the Town Mayor.
For further details and to submit your application, please visit: https://www.otleytowncouncil.gov.uk/otley-town-council-job-vacancies/
Closing Date: 5pm Sunday 7 September 2025
HOUSEKEEPER – BETTYS, ILKLEY
Part time role working 7:00 am – 12:30pm 3 days each week including weekends.
As a Housekeeper you will be responsible for ensuring the branch is pristinely clean, safe and well-organised in order to deliver a Bettys “Deliciously Magical Experience” to every customer.
You will have a high level of attention to detail. You will ideally have some previous experience in housekeeping or cleaning work. Some knowledge of food hygiene and health and safety procedures is desirable but not essential as full training will be given.
Please apply via the Bettys and Taylors job page: https://careers.bettysandtaylors.co.uk
Closing date: Tuesday 2 September 2025
PART TIME STAFF – LAVENDER LAUNDRY, ILKLEY
Based on Leeds Road, we are looking for a part time member of staff 12 hours a week.
The job involves washing, ironing and serving customers on the counter.
Please contact Kath on 01943 602121 for further information.
STORE MANAGER – THE YORKSHIRE SOAP COMPANY, ILKLEY
Full Time | 40 Hours | 5 Days Over 7 (Includes Weekends)
STORE SUPERVISOR – THE YORKSHIRE SOAP COMPANY, ILKLEY
The role is part time with a contract of 20 hours per week as a base, and will require flexibility up to 40 hours to cover holidays and busy trading periods.
SOUS CHEF – THE HERMIT INN, BURLEY WOODHEAD
We’re hiring a Sous Chef to join a busy, quality-driven kitchen in our award winning pub. This is a hands-on role supporting the Head Chef in delivering fresh, seasonal menus to a high standard. The role involves supervising kitchen staff, ensuring food quality and safety standards are met, and maintaining cleanliness and organisation in the kitchen. The Sous Chef will also collaborate in menu planning, inventory management, and ordering supplies as needed.
What You’ll Do:
- Lead service and manage a section
- Support daily prep and kitchen systems
- Train junior chefs and uphold food safety
If you’re a strong Sous Chef looking to grow in a supportive, high-energy kitchen — we’d love to hear from you and to come and join our fantastic pub and team. Salary will be negotiable and subject to experience
Send your CV to george@hermitinn.com
FULL TIME CHEF – THE VINE RESTAURANT, ILKLEY
We are looking for full time Chef to join our team.
Experience required, fully training provided.
The candidate must be passion for food, strong skill, responsible for all kitchen aspect, maintaining high standards of food safety and quality.
Send your CV to: vineilkley@gmail.com
COMMIS CHEF – THE VINE RESTAURANT, ILKLEY
We are looking for Commis Chef to join our family business.
Salary depends about the experience
Send your CV to: vineilkley@gmail.com
SERVING STAFF – THE DEVONSHIRE ARMS, BOLTON ABBEY
We have a great opportunity for Serving Staff with aspirations to progress with an employer who will support you every step of the way.
Working in the exclusive Brasserie Restaurant at the Devonshire Arms Hotel & Spa you will provide a level of customer service which is exceptional. Your duties will be varied ranging from: food service, drinks service, clearing tables and cleaning. You will help to create the perfect dining experience.
To apply visit www.devonshiregroupcareers.co.uk
ROOM ATTENDANT – THE DEVONSHIRE ARMS HOTEL, BOLTON ABBEY
We have a great opportunity for a Room Attendant with aspirations to progress with an employer who will support you every step of the way.
Working at the exclusive Devonshire Arms Hotel & Spa, you will clean bedrooms and public areas to the highest of standards.
To apply visit www.devonshiregroupcareers.co.uk
LANDSCAPE GARDENERS – BLACK FOX GARDEN SERVICES LTD, ILKLEY
This role will involve working within a small team on a variety of garden maintenance, labouring, hard landscaping and building projects.
Previous experience in similar roles is required. Further training will be provided.
Physically fit and willing to work in all weathers.
Seasonal contract - March to December
Must be able to pass a DBS check due to location of some of our work.
£13.50-£15ph + holiday pay + pension. (40-50hrs per week)
Breaks and travel time during the day paid.
Please send your CV and previous experience to blackfoxgardenservices@gmail.com
EXPERIENCED LANDSCAPE GARDENERS (FOREMAN/LEADING HAND LEVEL)
- BLACK FOX GARDEN SERVICES LTD, ILKLEY
This role will involve working within a small team on a variety of garden maintenance, hard landscaping and building projects. You will need a good level of trade experience, ability to complete projects to a high standard, and experience in managing a team effectively.
Immediate start - Seasonal contract - March to December
Driving license and own transport desirable.
£15-£16ph + holiday pay + pension. (40-50hrs per week)
Breaks and travel time during the day paid.
Please send your CV and previous experience to blackfoxgardenservices@gmail.com
FULL TIME COFFEE SHOP ASSISTANTS – LA STAZIONE, ILKLEY
Do you love coffee and our incredible community?
We are looking for passionate, hardworking individuals to join our team. Experience in customer service is preferred but not essential as training will be provided.
A fantastic opportunity to develop within an exciting, high paced environment!
If interested, pop in with a CV and say hello, we would love to meet you!
Alternatively, please call Colin on: 01943 605877or 07738118127
Or email your CV and cover letter to: colin.hambleton85@gmail.com
RECEPTIONISTS/ADMINISTRATORS – CHEVIN MEDICAL PRACTICE, OTLEY
£12.60 ph
Due to retirement and promotion we have 2 x part time vacancies
We are looking for somebody with excellent customer service skills, IT Skills, used to working in a busy environment receiving a high number of telephone calls and be a good team player.
Must be a car user as will be working over all 3 sites Otley and Bramhope.
Access to NHS Pension Scheme, NHS Discounts with the Blue Light Card and free parking.
Interested applicants please forward your CV to Vicky.brady2@nhs.net
Previous Applicants need not apply
Closing date: 2 September 2025
TEACHING ASSISTANT – SACRED HEART, ILKLEY
The Governors are looking for an enthusiastic and friendly Teaching Assistant to join our Catholic primary school at Sacred Heart, Ilkley.
Experience is desirable but not essential.
Fixed Term until 31 August 2026, Term Time Only • 12.7 hours per week, 2 days per week 8.40am – 3.15pm • Salary NJC Grade A1/B1, Scale Points 3 - 6, £24,027 - £25,183 per annum (Actual Salary £6631 - £6950 per annum) • Required from September.
Further details including how to apply are available via the Trust website: www.bishopwheelercatholicacademytrust.org/Trust-Academy-Vacancies/
Please note, CVs cannot be accepted.
Interviews: Wednesday 10 September 2025
Closing date: 9am Friday 5 September 2025
HR OFFICER – PRINCE HENRY'S GRAMMAR SCHOOL, OTLEY
Permanent - 37 Hours Per Week - Term Time Only Plus 10 Days
NJC Grade SO1 Scale Points 23 - 25 (Actual Salary £29,545.59 - £31,200.59 Per Annum)
We are looking to appoint a skilled, experienced and committed HR Officer to join the staffing team at Prince Henry’s Grammar School. The HR Officer will work in partnership with senior leaders to ensure that all aspects of the school’s HR, Payroll and people practices are well managed, in line with statutory and regulatory requirements, including recruitment, professional development, employee relations and policy development.
Closing date: 3 September 2025
■■■ APPRENTICESHIPS ■■■
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APPRENTICESHIPS WITH CRAVEN COLLEGE
New vacancies coming in daily.
To apply, or find out about new vacancies contact the Apprenticeship Team on 01756 693686 or email apprenticeships@craven-college.ac.uk
APPRENTICESHIPS WITH KEIGHLEY COLLEGE
Keighley College offer a wide and varied range of apprenticeships covering all industry sectors. We currently have a number of apprenticeship vacancies in the local area. For more information please contact our Apprenticeship Team on 01535 685035 or apprenticeships@keighleycollege.ac.uk. Alternatively, visit our apprenticeship job site for all our current vacancies: https://leedscitycollege.justapply.uk/index.php?mod=publicpost
APPRENTICESHIPS WITH SHIPLEY COLLEGE
Shipley College are working with local employers to offer apprenticeships and have current vacancies in Business Administration, Childcare, Horticulture and IT. You can see details at http://www.shipley.ac.uk/client…/apprentices/jobs-board.html or send your CV to cv@shipley.ac.uk putting Ilkley Chat in the subject line
■■■ VOLUNTEERS ■■■
CHAIR & TRUSTEES – ILKLEY MANOR HOUSE
Ilkley Manor House Trust is seeking a new chair and additional trustees to shape the future of one of Ilkley's most iconic buildings.
Applicants will be welcomed with experience in any of the following:
· Learning for families and children at Key stages 1&2.
· Museum and the cultural sector
· Volunteering and staff management
· Income generation & funding raising
· Marketing and communications
· Community engagement and advocacy
· Financial and project management
To find out more: contact Sarah Thomas, outgoing Chair on trustees@ilkleymanorhouse.org or phone 07834547959
How to apply: please submit your CV and statement of interest to trustees@ilkeymanorhouse.org
Closing date: 10 September 2025
WHARFEDALE TALKING NEWS
Ilkley Talking Newspaper ceased to exist last year but listeners and some volunteers have joined Otley Talking News and become Wharfedale Talking News serving a wider community.
Please contact the Secretary on 07745 965048 or by email: info@wharfedaletalkingnews.org.uk or visit the website: https://wharfedaletalkingnews.org.uk
SHOP VOLUNTEERS – AGE UK, ILKLEY
We are looking for fun friendly volunteers to join our team at Ilkley's Age UK store. Wide range of opportunities from customer service and till experience to window dressing. only requirement is a smile and a sense of humour!
For further details please Call in, phone 01943603301 or email 2257.ilkley@ageuk.org.uk
MARIE CURIE COMPANION VOLUNTEERS
Throughout West Yorkshire & Craven The Companion Service supports people in West Yorkshire & Craven who have a terminal illness or life limiting condition. Would you be able to spare up to 3 hours per week supporting with companionship such as accompanying to appointments, making a meal with the client and/or listening and having a chat over a cup of tea. The service also provides a short break for a couple of hours for the family carers to get a break. For further information or to find out more please call Liz Hooley on 01274 337000.
OUTSIDE THE BOX-VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
Do you have a few hours a week to volunteer at our charity supporting neurodivergent adults with a learning disability and/or autism?
We're on the lookout for some creative, patient and dedicated volunteers to support our members in their creative sessions on a Monday morning (art) and/or Friday afternoons (photography)
If you are interested and want to learn more then please get in touch, contact Emma Rogerson: emmar.outsidethebox@gmail.com 01943 431173
VOLUNTEERS FOR SOCIAL/SIGNPOSTING GROUPS FOR OLDER PEOPLE – ILKLEY GOOD NEIGHBOURS, ILKLEY
Volunteers needed for our Moving On Friendship Groups (social/signposting groups for older people). We have 2 groups on Thursday and Fridays and need volunteers at both between 1-3pm. Volunteering is on a rota to suit your availability.
Volunteers will help attendees feel welcome and relaxed, help with tea and coffee orders and help tidy up at the end of the session. You may also help at our excursions.
Contact Hannah Walton on movingon@goodneighboursilkley.org.uk or 07592 307 263 for more info.
VOLUNTEERS – ILKLEY THINGERY
Would you like to support Ilkley’s new Library of Things, where you can borrow a variety of Things from £0.37 - £3/ day? Would you like to help us run the library, sort donations, catalogue stock, or help with social media? Or help with repairs? Or organise/ run workshops or repair cafes? Everyone welcome. Training and support provided. If you’d like to meet new people, make new friends, learn new skills, and us help develop this exciting new green project, contact Erika erika.shilling@climateactionilkley.org.uk (07954 561 522). www.Ilkleythingery.org
CAFE VOLUNTEER – CHRISTCHURCH CAFE, ILKLEY
Can you spare 2 hrs a week to volunteer in our community outreach cafe, are you looking to gain experience before applying for a new job? Looking to make new friends and be part of a team? Learn new skills? Build confidence? If so this is a wonderful place to work.
Email: christchurchilkleycafe@gmail.com fao: Emma
CLARKE FOLEY COMMUNITY HUB, ILKLEY
We have many flexible volunteering roles as we’re open 6 days a week. Would you like to help run classes and groups? Or perhaps help in the café or Lunch Club (Tue/Thu)? Or help in the office organising events and leaflets? The hub has a wonderful, welcoming atmosphere which is a tribute to our volunteers. Our visitors always appreciate a friendly smile and a chat. Come and join us and be a part of this. Call in for a chat or contact manager@clarkefoley.org.uk or 07442 261462.
ILKLEY COMMUNITY TRANSPORT
Would you like to help your local community and join the friendly team at Ilkley Community Transport? We are a registered charity based in Ilkley and are always looking for CAR DRIVERS to provide lifts primarily to medical appointments for residents in the Ilkley and Addingham area who find public transport difficult to access due to age, illness or disability. Volunteers use their own cars and claim expenses for fuel at a pre-agreed rate. Drivers must be over 21, and have held a full licence for at least 2 years.
If you would like to volunteer, or would like more information, please contact our Transport Co-ordinator on 01943 603348 or emailing info@ilkleycommunitytransport.org.uk
GIRLGUIDING
Are you looking to have fun, make friends and give back to your community? Girlguiding groups throughout Wharfedale welcome new volunteers - as helpers or as leaders and on a regular or occasional basis. If you want to help girls and young women aged 5-25 develop confidence and have fun the volunteer at: https://enquiryv.girlguiding.org.uk/
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