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Ilkley Chat Jobs Board: 22 July 2025

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    Nick
  • Jul 22
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📋| ILKLEY CHAT JOBS BOARD |📋 22.07.25 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 ■■■


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 pupils

- Implement the school’s behaviour policy

- Administer First Aid (training provided)

Further details available on the school website: Virtual Office/Vacancies

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

Closing date: 9am 1 September 2025


RECEPTIONIST / ADMINISTRATION ASSISTANT (PART-TIME) – GHYLL ROYD SCHOOL, BURLEY-IN-WHARFEDALE

Ghyll Royd School is seeking a Receptionist/Administration Assistant to join our welcoming team on a part-time basis, providing essential front-office, administrative, and marketing support to help the school run smoothly and communicate effectively.

Days: Thursday and Friday (2 days per week)

Start Date: 2nd September 2025

• Term-time only

• Hourly rate: £12.50

If interested, please email information@ghyllroydschool.co.uk for an application pack.

Interviews: Thursday 31st July 2025

Closing date: 12noon Monday 28 July 2025


ADMIN ASSISTANT – ADELE ADAMS ASSOCIATES LTD, BURLEY-IN-WHARFEDALE

Celebrating over 20 years in food safety training, we now want to expand our team.

Role:

Course material preparation

Post-course admin tasks

Data input and management

Managing inventory of office supplies

Skills:

Confident IT skills, especially Excel

Excellent attention to detail & highly organised

Ability to multitask, prioritise and be proactive

Immediate start preferable

20-25 hours per week

Hourly rate of £13

Benefits package

For further details and to send your CV please contact adele@adeleadamsassociates.co.uk

Closing date: 29 July 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)


MOT TESTER / MECHANIC – TOWN HEAD GARAGE, ADDINGHAM

We are looking for a hard working, enthusiastic, qualified mechanic/tester to come and join our busy family business.

Competitive rates of pay. 40 hours per week, overtime available.

Please send CV to info@townheadgarage.co.uk or call 01943 839735.

Closing date: 01 September 2025


BAKERY PRODUCTION MANAGER – LISHMAN’S BUTCHERS, ILKLEY

This role consists of managing the production of our award winning pork pies, sausage rolls, cooking roasts for our Deli, pates & terrines plus daily cleaning. You will manage a small team, ensuring stock levels are maintained & production is planned efficiently every week and for peak times.

You must be passionate about food, have a keen eye for detail & good time management. Management, catering and customer service experience is essential.

Tuesday to Saturday, 7am-4.30pm. Salary dependent on experience, starting at £30,000pa.

Please send cover letter & CV to admin@lishmansbutchers.co.uk

Closing date: 16 August 2025


TEMP WAREHOUSE & DESPATCH OPERATORS – PENDLE SPORTSWEAR LTD, ILKLEY

Vacancies from July to 10th October 2025 (must be available past September)

Mon – Fri 37.5 how (shifts apply Aug– End Oct).

Warehouse – picking sales orders, stock replenishment & unloading deliveries.

Despatch - the final inspection in production before orders are sent to customers.

Key requirements:

-Someone who can demonstrate they have a good eye for detail

-Communicate well

-Work well under pressure

-Work within a team as well as individually.

Full training given.


MEDIA/MARKETING ASSISTANT – MS EYEWEAR, KEIGHLEY

We're setting up a start up based in Keighley to run alongside MS Eyewear and we’re looking for an ambitious, creative, and reliable individual to join us over the summer!

What You’ll Do: Assist in building websites (WordPress, Webflow or basic HTML/CSS). Help craft social media content, blog posts, and email campaigns.

Collaborate on ideas for launching and promoting new products

We’re Looking For: Passion for digital marketing, design, and web site building. Familiarity with platforms like Canva, Wix and social media tools.

Eager to learn and contribute in a startup environment.

Flexible work hours (to be discussed) either full time or part-time

Please email CV and covering letter to info@mseyewear.com


PART TIME TEAM MEMBER – OLIVER BONAS, ILKLEY

8 hours- flexible(Fixed Term Contract until 2nd November 2025).

As a Team Member you will assist in the smooth and efficient running of the store.

We want you to be approachable, resourceful and enthusiastic, with a natural ability to engage with customers.

Days – Flexible, including weekends.

Apply online at oliverbonas.com/joinus

Closing date: 26 July 2025


SITE SUPPORT OFFICER – THE SKIPTON ACADEMY

To start as soon as possible

Scale Pay Point 5 (Range 5-6) - Actual salary £13,400.00 to £13,612.43 per annum

Pattern of hours: Monday – Friday 6.30am – 10.30am, this is an 'All Year Round' position

For further details, please visit our school website: https://www.theskiptonacademy.co.uk/vacancies/

Provisional interview date is: Week commencing 1 September 2025 (TBC)

Closing date: 9am Tuesday 2 September 2025


SALES ADVISOR/KEYHOLDER – HOTEL CHOCOLAT, ILKLEY

16 hour fixed term.

We are looking for passionate, enthusiastic and guest focused individuals to join our small team!

Due to job role requirements applicants must be 18+.

For more information or to apply please go to https://wearelanded.com/c/31572/123405

Closing date: 31 July 2025


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 - 1-2 hours per day between 4:30pm - 6:30pm, 4 days per week - Tuesday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday (can be flexible on days to suit availability).

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


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


SEND INTERVENTION MANAGER – PRINCE HENRY'S GRAMMAR SCHOOL, OTLEY

Permanent - Term Time Only Plus 2 Days

37 Hours Per Week

NJC Grade SO1 Scale Points 23 - 25 (Actual Salary £28,250.99 - £29,833.47 Per Annum)

We are looking to appoint a committed and dedicated SEND Intervention Manager to join our Inclusion Team. This is a newly created role and as such provides a fresh and exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and self-motivated individual. You will play a vital role in shaping our SEND provision, working closely with SEND students who may need help to overcome barriers to learning (including additional exams access arrangements).

Closing date: noon 29 August 2025


CATERING ASSISTANT- PRINCE HENRY'S GRAMMAR SCHOOL, OTLEY

Fixed Term Until December 2025 - Subject To Review

10 Hours Per Week - Term Time Only Plus 2 Days

NJC Grade A1 Scale Point 2 (Actual Salary £465 Per Month)

We are looking to recruit a committed catering assistant to assist in the provision of a high quality catering service in line with Prince Henry's Grammar School and government requirements.

Closing date: noon 29 August 2025


PART TIME CAMPAIGN MANAGER – KEIGHLEY AND ILKLEY CONSERVATIVE ASSOCIATION, KEIGHLEY

There are few people more important than our Campaign Manager. They run our election campaigns and local issue campaigns. They lead teams of volunteers making a difference. And crucially, they help us win elections. The role of a Campaign Manager offers flexibility beyond the confines of a traditional 9-5 Monday-to-Friday schedule. Work hours are tailored to the demands of the role, allowing for adaptability and a balanced work-life arrangement. The role will involve travelling across the constituency so being able to drive and having your own vehicle will be important in undertaking the role.

Closing date: 3 August 2025


COOK – HAMILTONS, ADDINGHAM

Part time cook position available to work 2 days per week, day time hours only up to 16 hours, additional hours available to cover holidays. You must have experience working in a kitchen, preparing and cooking breakfast and lunch items, a love for baking would also be an advantage along with experience of kitchen food hygiene practices and recording. Immediate start available.

Please contact Amanda on 07487 574409


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


HOUSEKEEPER – DENTON RESERVE, ILKLEY/ASKWITH

Housekeeper required to support servicing our 5 guest bedrooms at

The Penny Bun (Askwith) & at Denton Hall (Denton).

High level of cleaning our AA rated 5 star accommodation along with some public areas focus. The accommodation is open 7 days a week with the weekend being particularly busy. Servicing of rooms between 10-3pm when required, due to check out & check in times.

Own transport is required due to locations.

Free parking onsite.

£14.50 per hour

Candidates to email Catherine Duffy (Operations Manager) on catherine@dentonreserve.co.uk


SOUS CHEF – DENTON RESERVE (THE PENNY BUN), ASKWITH

We have an incredible opportunity for a Sous Chef to join our rosette standard restaurant in Askwith. The Penny Bun focuses on seasonal local ingredients from the estate, offering a field to fork and nose to tail ethos throughout the menu.

Be part of a positive kitchen culture working alongside a passionate and stable team.

Own vehicle is recommended due to location.

£36,000 per annum and Grats (approx £5K per year)

45Hrs over 7 days (Normal pattern is a 4 day working work)

Applicants emails: tim@dentonreserve.co.uk

Closing date: 31 August 2025


POST OFFICE ASSISTANT & RETAIL STOCK CONTROLLER – BOLTON ABBEY

A great opportunity has arisen for someone to join our Retail team. The role includes the day to day running of the Post Office and the control and management of stock levels in the Cavendish and Village Shops.

The role would be suited to an individual who is organised and efficient, IT literate, enjoys responsibility and engaging with colleagues, members of the community and visitors alike to provide a helpful, friendly and informative service.

Closing date: 30 July 2025


FINANCE ASSISTANT – BOLTON ABBEY & DEVONSHIRE HOTELS

Are you a detail-oriented, organised team player with a knack for numbers and a passion for delivering exceptional support? We’re looking for a Finance Assistant to join our friendly Yorkshire finance team, where you’ll be a vital part of our day-to-day finance operations. Your duties will include the operation and reconciliation of cash books and preparation of banking, supporting the administration and processing of purchase ledger processing functions, preparation of payment runs, general accounting/administration duties and data collation and analysis.


SPA ATTENDANT – THE SPA AT THE DEVONSHIRE ARMS HOTEL & SPA, BOLTON ABBEY

£12.76 per hour plus benefits

Essential that you have a keen interest in the spa and wellness industry

• Experience in a similar role would be desirable.

• Excellent communication skills are essential.

• Must be customer focused at all times.

• Relevant qualifications are desirable such as Pool Plant operations, Emergency pool responder and/or First Aid at Work. However training will be provided for the right candidate

• You will be a team player.

• You will be flexible and able to work weekends and evenings.

• You will be of smart appearance.

For further details Call 01756 718142

Closing date: 30 July 2025


CABINETMAKER/ HAND BENCH JOINER – THE SECRET DRAWER, SKIPTON

The Secret Drawer is a family run business and one of Yorkshire’s leading fine furniture manufacturers. We’re looking for an experienced cabinetmaker to join our team.

The role is based at our spacious, well-equipped Skipton workshop. We offer excellent rates of pay, generous holidays, flexible hours and a profit-sharing scheme.

Apply now – there’s a bench and a team waiting to help you succeed.

For full details please visit our website www.secret-drawer.co.uk/careers


RETAIL SUPERVISOR – CHARLES CLINKARD, ILKLEY

We are looking to recruit a Retail Supervisor, part time [24 hours] to work at our store in Ilkley.

Must be customer focused and service driven and flexible with regards to working hours.

Must have supervisory experience.

Call into the store on The Grove with your CV.


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

Please get in touch if you are interested.


FEMALE CARER – PRIVATE HOME, ADDINGHAM

Carer needed for a lady with long term physical health needs. 1-to-1 work within a small team doing a variety of household tasks and some personal care. Good cookery skills are essential.

Minimum of 15 - 20 hours per month to cover breakfast, lunch, tea and evenings including weekends and bank holidays. Increased availability essential to cover staff holidays and illness.

Rota changes weekly to accommodate staff commitments.

Initial shadow shifts £15 per hour going up to £19 once training is completed. Reference required.

Please contact Lisa on 07947 436851


SALES ASSISTANT – SAVERS, ILKLEY

8 hours with the opportunity to work more hours.


SUPERVISOR – SAVERS, ILKLEY

22 hours with the opportunity to work more hours.


KITCHEN PORTER – MOSS & MOOR, ILKLEY

We are seeking a Kitchen Porter to help us fulfil our kitchen duties.

Full-Time hours.

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


SERVICE COORDINATOR (INDEPENDENT LIVING SERVICES) – CARERS & COMPANIONS, ILKLEY

Looking to advance your career supporting people with learning disabilities? We’re seeking a reliable, enthusiastic Service Coordinator to join our growing ILS Team. Helping to deliver a high-quality, this is also to include sleeping nights and on-call cover. 4-day week, competitive salary (approx. £28,000 FTE), plus paid training, development, and employee support.

Contact Emma/Anne on 07922 625220 or email ILS.carersandcompanions@outlook.com

Closing date: 5pm 1 August 2025


SERVICE COLLEAGUE – ASDA, OTLEY

18 hours a week.

As a service colleague, you will work across a variety of departments to ensure the efficient running of our stores.

Closing date: 25 July 2025


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.kabasari@audleyvillages.co.uk

Please email CV to: recruitment@audleygroup.com


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:


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


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


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


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.com

Closing date: 31 August 2025


■■■ APPRENTICESHIPS ■■■


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


APPRENTICE CABINETMAKER – THE SECRET DRAWER, SKIPTON

This is an exciting apprenticeship opportunity, working for one of Yorkshire’s leading fine furniture manufacturers in Skipton. You will be trained to make fine furniture of the highest quality, using traditional techniques.

You will have an interest in woodworking, be patient and hardworking with a minimum of 3 GCSE’s Grade C and above, one of which must be in maths. Apply now – there’s a bench and a team waiting to help you succeed. Send your CV and covering letter to recruitment@secret-drawer.co.uk

Closing date: 11 August 2025


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/


** Please mention 'ILKLEY CHAT' when applying for a position

** To add a job next week, please visit ilkleychat.co.uk/jobs-board, the deadline is 4pm Monday and vacancies should be within 10 miles of Ilkley

** Disclaimer: Job information has been provided by the employer; you should make all necessary checks before accepting a position. Free advice is available at www.acas.org.uk

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