Ilkley Chat Jobs Board: 10 November 2026
📋| ILKLEY CHAT JOBS BOARD |📋 10.11.26 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 ■■■
LUNCHTIME SUPERVISORS – ALL SAINTS CE PRIMARY, ILKLEY
Monday - Friday: 11:30 – 13:30 (10 hrs p/w)
Term Time Only
Band 4, SCP 4 - £13.48 per hour
The successful candidate will:
- Supervise pupils at lunchtime, both whilst eating and in the playground
- Lead play activities and games with pupils
- Ensure the safety and wellbeing of pupils
- Support and implement the school’s Behaviour Policy
- Administer First Aid when necessary (training provided)
Further details available on the school website: https://www.allsaintsilkley.bradford.sch.uk/vacancies/
All posts subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
Closing date: 9am 30 November 2026
FRONT OF HOUSE – ILKLEY MOOR VAULTS
Part time, Permanent. Includes evening & weekend shifts Thursday - Sunday.
Must be 18+ and have previous hospitality experience.
Please contact Jo on 01943 607012 or email info@ilkleymoorvaults.co.uk
EXPERIENCED BESPOKE FURNITURE MAKER / CABINET MAKER – THE SECRET DRAWER, SKIPTON
£30,000–£38,000 per annum.
Join The Secret Drawer, established in 1998 and renowned for exceptional bespoke furniture and craftsmanship. Work in our spacious, well-equipped workshop with modern machinery, creating beautiful, one-of-a-kind furniture from start to finish, including our signature secret drawers.
We offer: Flexible working hours 28 days' holiday plus bank holidays Friendly, highly skilled team Pension, sick pay and free parking We're looking for an experienced cabinet maker with excellent attention to detail and a passion for quality.
Apply: info@secret-drawer.co.uk Tel:01756 797800 www.secret-drawer.co.uk
FULL TIME/PART TIME EDUCATORS – INSPIRATIONS NURSERY AND FOREST SCHOOL, HORSFORTH
We are looking for people who are inspiring, committed, and caring educators who are forward thinking and outdoor-focused.
If this sounds like you then please get in touch via email kayliegh@inspiratoinsnurseries.co.uk
RELIEF MANAGER – WILD’S, KEIGHLEY
We are seeking a friendly, confident Relief Manager to provide cover across our shops in Yorkshire and Lancashire, taking responsibility for the smooth day-to-day running of each location.
The role includes leading and motivating shop teams, delivering excellent customer service, maintaining food hygiene and health & safety standards, preparing and serving food and drinks, cashing up, banking, and managing stock and deliveries.
Previous café, bakery or food retail experience is preferred, along with strong leadership and organisational skills. Full-time, 4–5 days out of 7.
Must have a clean driving licence. Interested candidates should submit an updated CV to amandarobertshaw@grandma-wilds.co.uk & vickyfeather@grandma-wilds.co.uk
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
PART-TIME SALES ASSISTANT [SOFT FURNISHINGS DEPT.] – WALTONS FINE FURNISHINGS, ILKLEY
Are you interested in interior design? Join our friendly showroom team at Waltons Fine Furnishings.
Hours: 22.5 per week, 9am–5pm Wednesday & Thursday, plus Monday or Saturday on rotation.
Start: Early January 2027
Salary: Negotiable, depending on experience.
Duties include assisting customers, processing orders, processing deliveries, paint mixing and some lifting. Basic knowledge of Outlook, Excel and EPOS systems is desirable, and a driving licence would be beneficial. Full product training provided. Previous customer-facing sales experience is essential.
Contact: Zoe Brewer, zoe@waltonsfinefurnishings.co.uk
Closing date: 27 November 2026
FUNDRAISING AND COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER – NELL BANK, ILKLEY
We’re looking for an experienced fundraiser and natural communicator to grow the Trust’s income through grants, corporate partners and individual givers. You’ll help shape our anniversary campaign, support our marketing and PR, and build the pipeline that keeps every child getting outside for years to come.
Nell Bank, a 25-acre outdoor learning centre near Ilkley, welcomes 24,000 visitors a year. A quarter come on free or subsidised places, and in 2027 we will celebrate our 50th anniversary.
£21,000 for 3 days a week (£35,000 FTE), flexible working, 12-month fixed term.
Download the application pack at www.nellbank.org or email office@nellbank.org
Closing date: 12:00 16 November 2026
KITCHEN STAFF AND KITCHEN PORTERS – THE HERMIT, BURLEY-IN-WHARFEDALE
We are hiring Full Time Chefs and Kitchen Porters to join our fantastic Kitchen Team where you will get to work with some of the best locally sourced ingredients and further develop skills within the kitchen
Hours are subject to a shift pattern but they will be up to 5 days a week from 10 till 9.
Responsibilities will be dependent upon the role but a great can do attitude is important to us as we are a small team that is growing rapidly.
Depending upon the role and experience, the wage is negotiable, and you will also receive a share of card tips based on hours worked.
To apply please email george@hermitinn.com
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT OFFICER – BAILDON TOWN COUNCIL
This exciting 12-month, part-time role (21 hours per week) will support a National Lottery Heritage Fund project to create a new exhibition at Bracken Hall Countryside Centre, celebrating the natural and cultural heritage of Shipley Glen and Baildon Moor, within the Bradford Pennine Gateway National Nature Reserve.
You'll develop and deliver community engagement activities, working with local residents, schools, community groups and volunteers to inform the development of the new exhibition. Salary: SCP 9 (£28,153 FTE), fixed term, 21 hours per week.
For further information and application pack, visit www.baildontowncouncil.gov.uk/news
Closing date: 5pm Wednesday 18 November 2026
PART-TIME MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTANT – SHEPHERDESS BUSINESS SERVICES LTD, MENSTON
Friendly, growing outsourced finance business seeking an experienced Management Accountant for 8 hours per week, ideally over two half-days.
Varied duties including management accounts, cashflow forecasting, month-end reviews, reconciliations, invoice approvals, payments, year-end preparation and supporting our bookkeeping team.
Strong Xero, Excel and accounting experience essential. Qualified or qualified by experience welcome.
£20/hour. Flexible home working with occasional local coworking. Freelance or employed arrangement considered.
To apply: Please send a message with details of your experience to helenlambton@shepherdess.online
CLASS 2 REMOVALS DRIVER – IT’S YOUR MOVE REMOVALS & STORAGE, ILKLEY
We’re looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and hardworking Class 2 (Category C) Driver to join our growing team based in Ilkley.
The role involves driving our removal vehicles, carrying out household and commercial removals, and helping deliver a first-class service to our customers.
What we’re looking for:
* Full, clean (or near-clean) Class 2 driving licence.
* Previous driving experience essential.
* Removals experience would be an advantage, but isn’t essential.
* A good work ethic and a positive, can-do attitude.
* Good customer service skills.
* Someone who enjoys working as part of a friendly team.
What we offer:
* A varied and interesting role.
* A friendly, hardworking team.
* Competitive rates of pay (depending on experience).
* The opportunity to join an established and growing local business.
If you take pride in your work, enjoy being out on the road and fancy joining a great team, we’d love to hear from you!
Interested? Get in touch: info@iymilkley.com
CHEMICAL PRODUCTION & WAREHOUSE OPERATIVE (NIGHT SHIFT) – AIREDALE GROUP, CROSS HILLS
We have opportunities in our operations department for team members to join our chemical production areas and warehouses for those who can work under pressure, with attention to detail and to strict health and safety regulations.
Experience of forklift truck driving would be an advantage but is not essential.
Successful candidates will receive a competitive salary with a pension for 42 hours per week, Monday to Thursday, 5pm to 5am or 8pm to 8am with 16 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays.
Email: Jacquie.hodgson@airedale-group.com for the full job description.
Closing date: 15 November 2026
CHEMICAL PRODUCTION & WAREHOUSE OPERATIVE (DAY SHIFT) – AIREDALE GROUP, CROSS HILLS
We have opportunities in our operations department for team members to join our chemical production areas and warehouses for those who can work under pressure, with attention to detail and to strict health and safety regulations.
Experience of forklift truck driving would be an advantage but is not essential.
Successful candidates will receive a competitive salary with a pension for 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm with 23 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays.
Email: Jacquie.hodgson@airedale-group.com for the full job description.
Closing date: 15 November 2026
SELF-EMPLOYED CLEANERS – KCS CLEANING SERVICES, ILKLEY
£15 per hour, increasing to £17 after a two-month probation.
Based in Ilkley and the surrounding areas, we are looking for reliable, hardworking & trustworthy people to join our friendly team!
School-friendly hours available.
A variety of cleaning jobs.
What we’re looking for:
-You must be DBS checked
-Reliable, trustworthy and hardworking
-Someone who takes pride in their work
-A friendly attitude and good attention to detail
This is a self-employed opportunity. You will be responsible for your own tax and National Insurance contributions.
Interested? Message or call Lisa on 07895815538
TRAVEL ADVISOR – ALTHAMS TRAVEL, ILKLEY
Join a team that values its people just as much as its customers!
Become part of the Althams Travel team.
Benefits of working for us:
4 day working week - supporting a healthy work-life balance
Bank Holidays & Sundays off
Competitive hourly rate
Bonus scheme & performance incentives
Staff Summer & Christmas parties
About you:
You will have a minimum of 2 year’s recent retail travel experience, well-travelled and be passionate about providing excellent customer service and creating unforgettable holidays.
To apply please send your CV to: vacancies@althams.co.uk
BAR SUPERVISOR – BAR T'AT, ILKLEY
Bar T'at is looking for a bar supervisor to join their team full time to help assist the General Manager with the day to day running of the business and lead shifts at our busy Ilkley bar.
We are looking for either an experienced supervisor looking for their next challenge or an experienced member of bar staff member looking to take the next steps in their career.
You must over 18 and be able to work weekends, evenings and key dates in December, whilst being able to reliably commute. Hourly Pay Rate of £12.90 per hour for all shifts worked. Minimum of 25 hours.
Interested? Please send your CV to bartat@markettowntaverns.co.uk or call in.
BAR STAFF – BAR T'AT, ILKLEY
Bar T'at are looking for two part-time staff to join their team. Duties range from making drinks, serving food and general tasks such as cleaning.
Hours range between 15 to 18 hours per week with more hours available when cover is needed and during busy seasons.
Candidates must be over 18 and must be able to work during the weekends, evenings and key dates in December. Minium wage
Experience is preferred but not necessary as full training will be given.
Please email your cv to bartat@markettowntaverns.co.uk or call in
PRACTITIONER – BEN RHYDDING PRE-SCHOOL
We are looking for a friendly, enthusiastic and dedicated Practitioner to join our fantastic team!
Fixed-term contract: 4th January – 16th July 2027, with possible additional hours beforehand.
Hours: 17–21 per week, with potential to increase. Working hours between 8:15am and 3:30pm, Monday to Friday. Term time only.
A relevant Level 3 childcare qualification or above is essential.
Join our warm, supportive team and help give children the very best start in life!
For an application form, job description or further information, contact Sarah Irwin: office@brplaygroup.com
Closing date: Friday 13 November 2026
COMMUNITY CARERS (WEEKDAY SHIFTS) – CARERS & COMPANIONS, ILKLEY
£14.00 per hour
We are hiring! Join us as a Community Carer, make a real difference by caring for others and feel great about your work. We offer part-time, full-time and flexible contracts, and are looking for new weekday staff. Paid travel (55 pence per mile) and training, pension, employee discounts and lots more. Kindness, compassion, reliability and driving license are all essential.
We will make sure you have the training and support you need to do your job well and to progress you career in care. Call us now on 01943 609484, email enquiries@carersandcompanions.co.uk
Take a look at our website on www.carersandcompanions.co.uk
COMMUNITY CARERS (EVENING & WEEKEND SHIFTS) – CARERS & COMPANIONS, ILKLEY
£14.00 per hour
We are hiring! Join us as a Community Carer, make a real difference by caring for others and feel great about your work. We offer flexible contracts, working evenings and weekends. Paid travel (55 pence per mile) and training, pension, employee discounts and lots more. Kindness, compassion, reliability and driving license are all essential.
We will make sure you have the training and support you need to do your job well and to progress you career in care. Call us now on 01943 609484, email enquiries@carersandcompanions.co.uk
Take a look at our website on www.carersandcompanions.co.uk
CARE MANAGER – CARERS AND COMPANIONS, ILKLEY
£33-35,000 per annum (depending on experience)
Full time
We are seeking an experienced Care Manager to join our dedicated team at Carers and Companions, a leading local provider of care and support services with a highly regarded reputation for service quality. Helping to ensure outstanding practice and performance, this is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference and power your career.
With proven care delivery and service management experience you will be forward thinking with expertise in quality management and CQC standards, have excellent organisational and team leadership abilities and the drive and determination to help develop our services for elderly people and adults with learning disabilities.
We offer a competitive salary, pension, funded CPD, health/wellbeing support, employee discounts and much more.
For an application pack with further details on the role and how to apply please email enquiries@carersandcompanions.co.uk
Or call 01943 609484 Take a look at our website on www.carersandcompanions.co.uk
SERVICES MANAGER – OUTSIDE THE BOX, ILKLEY
FT, on site. To £40,000 (experience dependent)
Are you an exceptional manager with a passion for making a difference? Want to play a central role in an award-winning local charity positively changing the lives of adults with learning disabilities?
We want a Services Manager with the drive, commitment and expertise to take OTB Choices to the next level. With relevant management experience (learning disability services, adult social care or inclusive education), you will have the strong people and operations management, commercial and communication skills needed for our service growth, quality and innovation.
For an application pack please email cafe@outsidetheboxcafe.com/call 01943 431173
MARKETING AND EVENTS ASSISTANT – CRAVEN COLLEGE, SKIPTON
Closing date: Sunday 15 November 2026
For further details on the Craven College positions please visit www.craven-college.ac.uk/work-with-us/jobs/
EXPERIENCED DOOR FITTERS – PIONEER FRAMES LTD, OTLEY
Experienced UPVC and Aluminum Window, Door, and Bifolding Door Fitters required.
We are an established window and door company looking for an experienced self-employed subcontract fitter for regular ongoing work.
Experience in:
- UPVC Windows
- Aluminium Window & Doors
- Bifold & Sliding Door Systems
- Domestic and Commercial installation
Please contact 01943 720250 or email accounts@pioneerframes.co.uk
WASTE DRIVER COLLECTOR – BRADFORD COUNCIL, KEIGHLEY
Bradford Council is recruiting HGV Class 2 drivers for our waste collection services, including our new food waste collection service.
Closing date: 15 November 2026
CLEANING ASSISTANT – BRADFORD COUNCIL, KEIGHLEY
10hrs per week, Monday to Friday 6-8am at Keighley Leisure Centre.
Closing date: 15 November 2026
■■■ APPRENTICESHIPS ■■■
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NURSERY APPRENTICE – RIVERSIDE DAY NURSERY, ILKLEY
Apprenticeship invited to apply for level 3 training in Early Years, full time hours available.
16 years plus.
If you would like to apply or discuss the position please call Hazel Leonard (Director) on 07790307440 or email hazel@riversidedaynursery.org
APPRENTICE CHEF – ILKLEY MOOR VAULTS
All training on site working directly with the head chef & owner. Opportunity to get involved with all aspects of the kitchen. Run with training provider Remit.
Please contact Jo on 01943 607012 or email info@ilkleymoorvaults.co.uk
APPRENTICE FRONT OF HOUSE – ILKLEY MOOR VAULTS
All training on site working directly with the owner. Opportunity to get involved with all aspects of running a restaurant & pub. Run with training provider Remit.
Please contact Jo on 01943 607012 or email info@ilkleymoorvaults.co.uk
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 ■■■
VOLUNTEER MINIBUS DRIVER – ILKLEY COMMUNITY TRANSPORT, ILKLEY
We are looking for more volunteers to drive our minibuses. Our volunteers come from all walks of life. If you have D1 on your driving licence we can provide MIDAS Training.
Contact Emma Transport Co-ordinator for more information info@ilkleycommunitytransport.org.uk 01943 603348.
FUNDRAISING AND EVENTS VOLUNTEER – BRADFORD NORTH FOODBANK, GREENGATES
We’re looking for creative and friendly volunteers to support our fundraising activities. You’ll help plan activities, support community fundraisers, create promotional content, and keep our supporters connected to the work of the food bank.
No previous experience needed - just enthusiasm, good organisational skills, and a passion for helping your community.
Hours: Flexible, around 3–5 hours per week
For more details and to apply, visit our website: https://bradfordnorth.foodbank.org.uk/support-us/volunteer
ADDINGHAM DEMENTIA CAFÉ VOLUNTEERS – ILKLEY & DISTRICT GOOD NEIGHBOURS
Volunteers needed for our Dementia Café, based out of Addingham Cricket Club, which runs on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of each month between 10:30 – 12:30. Volunteers will help attendees feel welcome and relaxed, get involved with the various activities, help with tea and coffee orders and support the set-up/tidy-up of each session. Contact Helen Bowman on support@goodneighboursilkley.org.uk or 07592 307263 for more info.
VOLUNTEERS – OXFAM, ILKLEY
We are looking for new Volunteers to join our friendly, busy charity shop.
Duties can include: sorting and pricing donations, processing Gift Aid, processing Oxfam’s new goods range and serving customers on the till. Hours are flexible and Volunteers do not need to commit to working every week.
Please apply online at www.oxfam.org.uk/getinvolved or call into the shop and speak to one of our managers.
We’d love to meet you!
SHOP VOLUNTEERS – LEEDS HOSPITALS CHARITY, ILKLEY
By volunteering you will help raise funds to support patients & staff across Leeds Teaching Hospitals!
-Tasks include:
-Pricing/tagging items
-Sorting through donations
-Using the steamer to freshen up clothes
4 hours per shift - Flexible Mon- Sun between 9.30-5pm.
A DBS check is not needed, you will be asked about any unspent convictions as part of our safeguarding procedures.
We require 1 reference from someone who has known you for 6 months.
Questions? volunteers@leedshospitalscharity.org.uk- 0113 539 7020
DOFE VOLUNTEER – BURLEY PARISH COUNCIL
Make a difference with DofE!
We're looking for enthusiastic volunteers to support our Duke of Edinburgh Award group based at Queens Hall!
When? Monday evenings (group sessions) Occasional weekends (expeditions)
Who are we looking for? Anyone with a passion for helping young people grow in confidence, learn new skills, and achieve something amazing. No previous experience with DofE is needed—just a willingness to get involved!
Whether you can commit regularly or just help out occasionally, we’d love to hear from you.
Interested? Email doe@burleyinwharfedale-pc.gov.uk to find out more.
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
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: cafe@christchurchilkley.org.uk 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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