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Ilkley Chat Jobs Board: 08 July 2025

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    Nick
  • Jul 8
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📋| ILKLEY CHAT JOBS BOARD |📋 08.07.25 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


🖱 To add a vacancy next week or view the Jobs Board on our website visit ilkleychat.co.uk/jobs-board


There are three sections - main jobs, apprenticeships and volunteers.


■■■ MAIN JOBS ■■■


RECEPTIONIST – AUDLEY CLEVEDON RETIREMENT VILLAGE, BEN RHYDDING

£12.52 PER HOUR – 24 to 37.5 contracts available – flexible for the right candidate

Previous reception, First Aid, Pool Responder experience an advantage.

Shifts flexible: 8am – 4pm or 12noon to 8pm Open 7 days

For more information email: Angela.kabsari@audleyvillages.co.uk

Please email CV to: recruitment@audleygroup.com


SHOP MANAGER – SHELTER, ILKLEY

This role is being advertised as a Shop Manager but on appointment your job title will be Community Shop Manager.

Salary: £26046.20 per annum

Location: Shelter shop, Ilkley

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Full time 37.5 hours

Link to apply on the Shelter website: https://england.shelter.org.uk/what_we_do/shelter_jobs


TEACHING ASSISTANT – ALL SAINTS COFE PRIMARY SCHOOL, ILKLEY

Thurs & Fri: 8:45-15:30 (12.5 hrs p/w).

Band 5 Points 5-6 (£12.85 p/h)

Term Time Only. Fixed-Term until 31st August 2026.

Commencing: 1st September 2025

We are seeking to appoint a dynamic, enthusiastic and committed person to join the Learning Support team. The successful candidate will support teaching and learning and the personal development of pupils in KS1 and KS2, including work at lunchtimes.

We are committed to safeguarding children. All posts are subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

Closing date: 9am 14 July 2025


LUNCHTIME SUPERVISOR – ALL SAINTS CofE PRIMARY SCHOOL, ILKLEY

Mon - Fri: 11:45–13:15 (7.5 hrs p/w). Term Time Only. Band 3 - £12.45 p/h

A new and exciting opportunity has arisen for a Lunchtime Supervisor to join our team.

The successful candidate will:

- Supervise pupils both whilst eating and in the playground

- Lead activities and games

- Ensure the safety and wellbeing of pupil

- Implement the school’s behaviour policy

- Administer First Aid (training provided)

All posts are subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

Closing date: 9am 16 July 2025 [extended from 7/7]

 

ASSISTANT SHOP MANAGER – SHELTER, ILKLEY

Salary: £24,570.00 per annum

Location: Shelter shop, Ilkley

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Part time 15 hours

Link to apply on the Shelter website: https://england.shelter.org.uk/what_we_do/shelter_jobs


RECEPTIONIST – THE CRAIGLANDS HOTEL, ILKLEY

Part time 24 hours – Need experience in hospitality and preferably reslynx.

Please email CV to gm@craiglands.co.uk


HOUSEKEEPING SUPERVISOR – THE CRAIGLANDS HOTEL, ILKLEY

24 hours per week.

Please email CV to gm@craiglands.co.uk


DUTY MANAGER – THE CRAIGLANDS HOTEL, ILKLEY

Full time – Need experience in hospitality – supervisory level.

Salary dependant on experience.

Please email CV to gm@craiglands.co.uk


TEAM LEADER – MOUNTAIN WAREHOUSE, ILKLEY

Part-time (24 hour contract, minimum 3 days per week but opportunity for more) Team Leader position now available at our Ilkley store. Retail experience required as this is a management level position. Please pop in and chat to our friendly team to enquire if you have any questions, and apply online:


CREW MEMBER – MCDONALDS, ILKLEY

Full time position, includes working after midnight.


MULTI TRADE SITE SUPERINTENDENT – THE WHARTONS PRIMARY SCHOOL, OTLEY

We are looking to appoint for September, an energetic, creative, and skilled site superintendent to join our hardworking and dedicated team.

Candidates will have experience of working as a team, with good communication skills.

Have awareness of H&S procedures, with multi-trade skills and basic repair abilities.

Candidates must have the ability to deal with day to day issues on own initiative and manage time effectively.

Please see our website for full/further information, including application packs:

Closing date: 9am 10 July 2025


BREAKFAST CLUB SUPPORT – THE WHARTONS PRIMARY SCHOOL, OTLEY

We require an extra staff member on Tues, Wed & Thurs in the first instance, but may be happy to extend this to 5 days a week.

We are looking for someone who, above all else, enjoys being with children.

The ideal candidate would be qualified in childcare or be willing to work towards qualifications. The duties will include leading games with children of differing ages and interests; helping with basic catering, organising resources and carrying out basic first aid etc.

Please see our website for full/further information, including application packs:

Closing date: 9am 14 July 2025


CINEMA SUPERVISOR – ILKLEY CINEMA, ILKLEY

We’re seeking a Cinema Supervisor to help lead our team and ensure smooth daily operations. You’ll oversee the cinema, support staff, and deliver excellent customer service.

Requirements: Responsible, organised, calm under pressure, friendly attitude, and supervisory experience (retail, hospitality, or leisure a plus).

Salary: £25,000–£28,000, full-time (40 hrs/week), including early, late, and weekend shifts.

Closing date: 18 July 2025


MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTANT – DENTON RESERVE, ILKLEY

An opportunity to join the growing team at Denton Reserve, as we prove an exemplary model for Land Management and Hospitality that is better for people, planet and profit.

Working closely with the Financial Controller, you will provide simple, accurate reporting, systems improvements and finance support across the businesses.

We're looking for a calm, determined and responsible individual, who works with a view to getting the best outcome for the long term.

Excel Experience essential. Xero experience preferred.

Please submit CV to faye@dentonreserve.co.uk


CARE ASSISTANTS X2 – ADDINGHAM PRIMARY SCHOOL

Post 1: Before and After School Care Assistant

7.30 to 8:40 am and 3.20 to 6.30 pm Monday to Friday – 21hrs 40 mins per week

Post 2: After School Care Assistant

3.20 to 6.30 pm Monday to Friday – 15 hours 50 mins per week

Closing date: 11 July 2025


NIGHT WARDEN – CATGILL CAMPSITE, BOLTON ABBEY

We are looking for a friendly Campsite Night Warden to work during the summer school holidays.

The role:

- Patrolling the campsite ensuring customers are adhering to our 10:30pm quiet rule and enforcing when required.

- Restocking and cleaning toilet blocks

- 10:15pm - 2:00am each night (3-4 nights per week)

- £60 per night

- The ideal applicant will be a good communicator, have strong people skills, be reliable, and confident handling difficult or confrontational situations.

Please email us at oliver@catgillfarm.co.uk or call 07966875259


SUPPORT WORKERS (INDEPENDENT LIVING) - CARERS & COMPANIONS, ILKLEY

Looking for a diverse and rewarding role with an award-winning charity? We look for reliable and proactive Support Workers to join our team supporting adults with learning disabilities to live more independent and fulfilled lives. You will bring your prior experience and dedication to help us continue to positively change lives. Full/part time, weekend, sleeping nights and flexible hours available. Competitive pay rates (Day time / Sleeping night), paid training, career progression and more. Email ILS.carersandcompanions@outlook.com

Also, if you are interested in joining our Daytime Activities Support Team. Call Emma/Anne on 07922 625220


COMMUNITY CARERS – CARERS & COMPANIONS, ILKLEY

Join our team and work for an outstanding local homecare provider. We are highly rated by our clients, CQC, our staff and other health/care professionals and are hiring caring, reliable and experienced carers for our community-based elderly services team. Full and part-time contracts, from £13.60 per hour, paid travel time, mileage and training, Employee Assistance, career progression and many other benefits.

Call us on now 01943 609484 or email enquiries@carersandcompanions.co.uk


PART TIME IN HOME CARER – PRIVATE HOME, GUISELEY

Part time carer required for elderly couple in Guiseley in need of some assistance around the home.

Hours - 1 hour per day, 5 days per week, inc weekends (will consider alternative hours/days or job share).

Kind, patient and caring person, preferably with some experience required to assist elderly couple.

Knowledge and experience of type 1 diabetes preferred.

Job requirements

• Prepare & serve meals

• Assist with medication & booking appointments • General housekeeping

• Assistance with bathing

Rate of pay - £15-£20 per hour, depending on experience.

Please apply via CV to david@mobili.co.uk


RECEPTIONIST/ADMINISTRATOR – CHEVIN MEDICAL PRACTICE, OTLEY

P/Time & F/Time Vacancy £12.60 per hour We are very busy surgery looking for a Team Player used to working in a busy environment handling a large volume of phonecalls/good IT Skills and Excellent Customer Service Skills To join our friendly team Benefits include : NHS Pension/ Access to NHS Discounts through the Blue Light Card /Free Car Parking

Please forward your CV to vicky.brady2@nhs.net [Previous Applicant need not apply]

Closing date: Friday 18 July 2025


FRONT OF HOUSE SUPERVISOR – DEVONSHIRE FELL HOTEL, BURNSALL

Small, friendly team.

Experience Preferred, though training will be provided.

Opportunity to earn extra through staff gratuities.

Must be able to drive to work.

Fantastic benefits such as: Free meals on duty (when working over 6 hours). Free membership of The Devonshire Spa. Generous food and beverage discounts. Free access to Bolton Abbey and Chatsworth Estates.

The right candidates will be professional, customer focused and high standards of cleanliness.

Full-time, Permanent, £13.25 per hour

If interested, please send your CV to sam.davies@thefellhotel.co.uk


SUPPORT WORKER – PRIVATE HOME, ILKLEY

Do you like football/ tennis and/ or all things animals? Could you spare 3-6 hours a week to support a local young man in his early 20s. Bright, intelligent, articulate young man who needs support and encouragement to get out and about, looking for enthusiastic, friendly, company to engage in cinema trips, football chats, football watching and the odd day trip. Hours flexible routine and consistency is key.

Please text 07971889762 for further information.


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


ACCOUNTS & PAYROLL ASSISTANT – ELITE ACCOUNTANCY SERVICES, ILKLEY

We are looking to grow our team to support the continued growth and success of Elite Accountancy Services.

We are seeking an enthusiastic candidate who is AAT qualified. We can offer training and career progression opportunities for the right candidate to nurture personal and professional growth.

We are looking for a candidate with payroll, bookkeeping, CIS, and VAT return experience.

Self-assessment tax experience is also highly advantageous.

Progression opportunities are available for the right candidate.

Salary will be determined by the specific role and experience of the candidate.


CHARTERED ACCOUNTANT – ELITE ACCOUNTANCY SERVICES, ILKLEY

We are looking to grow our team to support the continued growth and success of Elite Accountancy Services.

We are seeking an enthusiastic candidate who is a qualified chartered accountant. We can offer training and career progression opportunities for the right candidate to nurture personal and professional growth.

We are looking for a candidate with company accounts, company tax return, and management reporting experience.

Self-assessment tax experience is also highly advantageous.

Salary will be determined by the specific role and experience of the candidate.


HEAD OF PEOPLE AND CULTURE – ECOLOGY BUILDING SOCIETY, SILSDEN

We’re looking for a Head of People and Culture who is passionate about creating an environment where people thrive, ensuring we have the right skills, structure, and culture to achieve our ambitious goals.

This is an opportunity to lead, shape, and drive real change in a building society that’s going places.

Learn more about the role and view the job description on our website: https://www.ecology.co.uk/careers/ or contact hrteam@ecology.co.uk for more information.

We look forward to hearing from you.

Closing date: 8 July 2025


SALEROOM PORTER & EASYLIVE TECHNICIAN – HARTLEYS AUCTIONS LTD, ILKLEY

Hartleys are looking for a full time porter to join our team to assist in setting up and supervising furniture, antiques and fine art sales. Must be fit and strong with a good sense of humour and ability to deal helpfully and cheerfully with clients and the public. Basic I.T. skills necessary. Needs a driving licence. Hours Mon-Fri 9am-5.30pm & one in three Saturday mornings, plus a little overtime.


DOMESTIC SUPERVISOR – MOORFIELD SCHOOL, ILKLEY

Required to lead our team of cleaners in our friendly school.

Flexible hours, late afternoon or early evening, 5 days per week during term time, plus extra hours during school holidays in order to ensure that our Holiday Club remains clean and hygienic.

This is a year-round position, not just term time, with a generous salary and holiday allocation included, which reflects the requirements and responsibilities of the post.

To request a visit or application form and job description, please contact the PA to the Head, Mrs Debbie Firth, at dfirth@moorfieldschool.co.uk

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children in its care and the successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check and other safeguarding checks.

Closing date: Monday 14 July 2025


COMMERCIAL ASSISTANT – ADVANTAGE FIBRES INTERNATIONAL LTD, ILKLEY

Full time. We are looking to employ a Commercial Assistant in our small and vibrant team.

Located in the centre of Ilkley, but including travel to various warehouses in the surrounding area, the position will provide a wide range of support for our purchasing, sales and warehousing functions.

The position will be perfect for someone with drive, motivation, and a keen willingness to learn along with a high attention to detail.

Your own vehicle and a clean driving license are essential. Full training will be provided.

Please email your CV to and covering letter to dave@advantagefibres.co.uk

Closing date: 31 August 2025


EARLY YEARS ASSISTANT – THE LITTLE GREEN FROG NURSERY AND PRE SCHOOL, OTLEY

F/T and P/T available, no qualification required. Development and progression available including opportunities to gain nationally recognised qualifications while working.

Min of 18 hours a week, max of 40 hours a week.

8am- 1pm, 8am - 6pm or 1pm - 6pm, Monday - Friday. Shifts change each week.

  

EARLY YEARS PRACTITIONERS – THE LITTLE GREEN FROG NURSERY AND PRE SCHOOL, OTLEY

F/T and P/T available, requires qualification at least L2: Child care, learning and development.

Min of 18 hours a week, max of 36 hours a week.

Fixed hours each week, days negotiable: 8am - 6pm (or job share 8am-1pm/1pm-6pm)


SENIOR STYLE ADVISOR/ WEEKEND KEY HOLDER – MINT VELVET, ILKLEY

You’ll ideally have previous experience as a key holder, but not essential, in a fashion retail store,

possess a real love of fashion, be able to offer excellent customer service and work well as part of a team.

You’ll need to be an inspirational, helpful and informed role model and know, wear and live the Mint Velvet style.

A competitive salary and great career prospects, 30 days holiday,

generous staff discount and clothing allowance, and the opportunity to develop your career in a fast paced and growing business.

Please apply with your CV to ilkley1035.solus@mintvelvet.co.uk explaining why you’d like to work with us.

We look forward to hearing from you.


FULL-TIME CATERING ASSISTANT – BETTYS CAFE TEAROOMS, ILKLEY

You will be responsible for preparing delicious food and drinks as part of a deliciously magical experience for every customer.

This is a full time role working a minimum of 30 hours over 5 days including at least one day at the weekend every week.

Closes: 09 July 2025


FRONT OF HOUSE – MOSS & MOOR, ILKLEY

Full-time & Part-time positions available

We are seeking hard-working, friendly individuals to join our team.

Please email your interest to Peter@mossandmoor.co.uk


MARKETING ASSISTANT – BODEGA MOVIL LIMITED, YEADON

We’re hiring and on the look out for someone local to Leeds or Harrogate to join our fantastic team. The role is for someone who can manage marketing admin for us including the website, social media channels and other online platforms to sell and promote our products.

Experience across Social Media platforms and Shopify is essential for this role, google ads / analytics experience would be a bonus.

Hours / days flexible for the right candidate but would be a minimum of 15 hours per week one day being at the office in Yeadon.

If interested please email your CV to thomas@bodegamovil.co.uk


BAR MANAGER/RETAIL PERSON – MARTINEZ WINES, ILKLEY

We are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Bar Manager to join our small team. You will responsible for all aspects of running the wine bar.

This position also includes a couple of days working in the shop. Experience within the wine trade is not entirely essential as professional training can be provided however a love of wine is. Salary dependant on experience.

To apply, send your CV to chris@martinez.co.uk


STORE MANAGER – SEDDON AND DAVISON, ILKLEY

Full time preferred (part time considered). We're looking for a hands-on, customer-focused Store Manager with positive energy and adaptability — someone who enjoys interiors, great service, and thoughtful retail. Weekend work required.

In return, you’ll join a supportive team, enjoy a varied day-to-day role, staff discount, and the chance to shape a growing independent business.

Send your CV and covering letter to: hello@seddonanddavison.com

Closing date: Friday 11 July 2025


RETAIL ASSOCIATES (X2) – SEDDON AND DAVISON, ILKLEY

Full and part time roles available (min 3 days/week). Weekend work required. Ideal for someone adaptable, friendly and interested in homeware, styling and display. No two days are the same – from customer service to online orders.

In return, we offer training, flexibility, a warm team environment and staff discount on beautiful products.

Send your CV and covering letter to: hello@seddonanddavison.com

Closing date: Monday 15 July 2025


FRENCH &/ OR SPANISH TEACHER – LE CLUB FRANÇAIS, ILKLEY

French animators needed to run fun language clubs for children in friendly nursery / primary schools

• Teachers need good language & class management skills

• Part time work during term time

• Lesson plans & teaching materials provided

• Teaching qualifications not needed

Contact Sophie today for more details: svpringle66@gmail.com or 07880806013


EXPERIENCED GROUNDS MAINTENANCE OPERATIVES – AIRE VALLEY GROUNDS MAINTENANCE, MENSTON

Two experienced grounds maintenance operatives required to work in & around Leeds areas.

Full time 40 hours.

November- April: predominantly day shifts (some night shifts required)

May - October: Day shifts

Role includes: mowing, strimming, hedge pruning, weeding, line marking, planting, equipment operation, driving and gritting.

Applicants must have full UK driving licence and posts are subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

Salary & benefits to be discussed at interview.

Apply with CV and cover letter to: info@avgm.co.uk

Closing date: 15 July 2025


CASUAL CHILDCARE WORKERS (SUMMER HOLIDAY) – RIVERSIDE DAY NURSERY, ILKLEY

Needed for the summer holidays, working with babies through to 4 years old, must have a current DBS and ideally Paediatric first aid (but not essential).

Qualified level 2 or above in Childcare and early years and education, various hours and days available

*Riverside Day Nursery also has an Apprentice position listed in the section below.


OPERATIONS & POOLSIDE COORDINATORS – INGEAR SWIM, OTLEY

We are recruiting 2 x Operations & Poolside Coordinators (Job Share) at Chippindale Pool, Otley (10–23 hrs/week, incl. early mornings, evenings, weekends, and on-call cover).

Duties include opening/locking the facility, water testing, cleaning, poolside setup, customer service, and supporting swim sessions. Must be 18+,trustworthy, reliable, organised, safety-focused. Must have RLSS Pool Plant Ops Cert or willingness to train (funded). Lifeguard and leisure experience desirable.

Email Lauren at: info@ingearswim.co.uk to apply


SALES EXECUTIVE/DESIGNER – REGAL INTERIORS, CROSS HILLS.

- Experience in the kitchen or bedroom industry

- Demonstrated success in a previous sales role within the industry

- Creative passion and able to bring customer's ideas to life

- Comfortable carrying out home surveys

- Ability to build rapport with customers and make them feel valued

- The ability to convert sales leads in to booked job

- Strong organisational skills with the ability to work independently or as part of a trusted team

- Able to build trusted relationships with our team of fitters

- Full, clean driving licence

Please email your CV to applicants@regalinteriors.co.uk


CREATIVE GRAPHIC DESIGNER – BLUESKY DESIGNS, OTLEY

An opportunity for a talented designer to join our expanding design team working in a fun industry.

This exciting role involves designing for global kids & entertainment brands like Harry Potter, Hello Kitty, Snoopy, SouthPark, Transformers, Peppa Pig and many others.

Full time – 3yrs + experience required.

Design studio based in Otley, Wharfebank Mills.

Competitive salary and company benefits offered.

Contact Gavin to find out more about this position:gavin@blueskydesigns.co.uk or 07983855426


RECEPTIONIST/ADMINISTRATOR – LCF LAW, ILKLEY

An exciting opportunity to join LCF Law's fantastic Ilkley team!

This is a part-time role working Thursdays and Fridays from our beautiful offices just off The Grove.

You will be the first contact for all our visitors, greeting them with a warm welcome and a smile.

This varied role involves welcoming clients, handling calls, managing meeting rooms and supporting the office with admin tasks.

If you're organised, professional and enjoy working with people, we’d love to hear from you.

Contact: Sarah Hargreaves at HR@lcf.co.uk


TEMPORARY NURSERY OPERATIONS – ORNAMENTAL TREES LTD, OTLEY

Working 40 hours Monday-Friday 0900hrs-1700hrs with the opportunity for potential overtime.

We are one of the UK’s leading online retailers of trees and are looking for temporary staff. The role covers all aspects of our nursery operations in particular the organisation and locating potted plants, manual unloading/loading stock from vehicles and continuous watering/care of the plants onsite.

It can be physically demanding as you will be required to lift potted trees of different sizes (up to 6m) and you must be comfortable working outdoors in all weathers.

Training will be provided and we are looking for people with an approachable, positive manner and a can-do attitude.


SALES ADMINISTRATOR – SEASONS FOR COFFEE LTD, SILSDEN

Vacancy has arisen for our small team at our offices in Silsden.

The right candidate must have excellent communication skills, computer literate, knowledge of Sage advantageous but not essential as training will be given.

Liaising with customers daily, taking and processing orders.

We provide excellent customer service and friendly attitude.

Please send CV & covering email: Nicky@seasonscoffee.co.uk


CLEANER – XIROS LTD, YEADON

We currently have a vacancy for a Cleaner to join us on a permanent basis to carry out cleaning of our buildings on our site in Yeadon, including our offices, clean room environment and production areas.

The role is part-time working Monday to Friday, typically 5pm to 8pm (15 hours per week) based at our headquarters in Yeadon.

Salary exceeds minimum wage plus attractive benefits (on completion of probationary period).

Interested applicants should send a CV and covering letter to sab.jackson@xiros.co.uk

See www.xiros.co.uk/vacancies for further information.


TEAM MEMBER – STAR CLEANING SERVICES, SILSDEN

Must be able to drive and have access to a car as this is door to door domestic cleaning.

Must have a good eye for detail

Have good personable skills

Communication is a must

Good time keeper

Part time hours only

We cover Silsden and surrounding areas.

If you are interested please get in touch on Tracey 07523 957200


■■■ APPRENTICESHIPS ■■■


Please contact us to add your apprenticeship positions – ilkleychat.co.uk/jobs-board


APPRENTICESHIP - RIVERSIDE DAY NURSERY, ILKLEY

Opportunity 17 years of age onwards to study at level 3

Full time position available for a degree qualified in any subject wanting to progress on to an Early Years teaching course.


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 ■■■


SET DESIGNERS – ILKLEY PLAYHOUSE

Would you like to create the setting for a play?

We urgently need volunteers to help design our sets.

Some plays require detailed sets, others hardly any set at all. Working in collaboration with the director, you will decide what the set will be. You may prefer to make a scale model and/or draw a plan showing how it fits on the stage, and you can choose to be part of the building process too. Our working party and backstage teams will be on hand to offer lots of support.

If you are interested, then please contact David Keighley at: info@ilkleyplayhouse.co.uk


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 (& coming soon repair café), 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.


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.


FAMILY SUPPORT VOLUNTEER – HOME-START CRAVEN, SKIPTON AND SOUTH CRAVEN

Are you a parent or grandparent able to give 2 hours per week to support a family with children under 5 in their homes? We are looking to expand our team, volunteers work 1:1 with families who are struggling to manage the demands of parenting for a variety of reasons including multiple births, isolation and loneliness, if you have parenting experience and would like to be involved please email homestartcravenmanager@gmail.com


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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