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CATERING FRANCHISE – ILKLEY GOLF CLUB, ILKLEY
A fabulous opportunity for an experienced & ambitious chef/catering company to develop an already viable & successful business at one of the most prestigious golf clubs in Yorkshire.
Must be able to provide quality catering for a variety of events and functions up to 120 people. There is also a requirement for daily bar snacks & light meals seven days a week.
A competitive franchise package which includes no kitchen rental is available. Front of House staff employed by the Club.
Applications to: bar@ilkleygolfclub.co.uk
DEAL EXECUTIVES – LANGCLIFFE INTERNATIONAL, ILKLEY
We operate in the exciting mergers & acquisitions marketplace, as we develop our presence across Europe, the US and beyond, our business activity continues to grow. To accommodate the high levels of interest in our service offering globally, we seek bright individuals to join the team. For details about our business and the role, please follow the link: https://langcliffeinternational.com/careers/deal-executive/
We value our team and offer a competitive salary, bonus and opportunity to progress quickly.
Please email your current CV: helen.postlethwaite@langcliffeinternational.com
SALES & CUSTOMER SERVICES ADMINISTRATOR – ORNAMENTAL TREES LTD, OTLEY
40 hours, Mon - Fri
We are one of the UK’s leading online retailers of trees and are looking to recruit a motivated individual to join our team. The role covers all aspects of customer services, sales and a wide range of administration. Good communication and IT skills are essential along with a confident telephone manner and a can-do attitude.
For more information or to apply contact treena@ornamental-trees.co.uk
CLEANER – GHYLL ROYD SCHOOL, NURSERY & PRE-SCHOOL, BURLEY-IN-WHARFEDALE
Part-time position required for the School, Nursery and Sports Hall. 4.30pm to 6.30pm, Monday to Thursday, £12.00 per hour, 6 weeks paid holiday, free on site parking and pension scheme.
Positions within Ghyll Royd are subject to references prior to attending a interview and a Disclosure and Barring check.
For further information contact Michelle on 01943 865575 or email michelle.wilkinson@ghyllroydschool.co.uk
OFFICE MANAGER (MATERNITY COVER) – BETTYS CAFÉ TEAMROOMS, ILKLEY
An opportunity has arisen in our Office team and we are looking for an Office Manager on a temporary basis to cover maternity leave. This is a Part Time role working 32 hours over 4 days including a day at the weekend every week. As an Office Manager you will be required to proactively manage a busy and varied workload and support the management team to ensure the efficient running of the branch. This position will suit someone who is numerate, analytical and computer literate with strong administrative skills. Experience in cash handling and banking and an excellent telephone manner are essential.
For details of how to apply please visit our website www.bettysandtaylors.co.uk/job
Closing date: Thursday 13 February 2025
TRAINEE WEDDING EVENT AND CATERING ASSISTANT – CHILLI BARN WEDDING VENUE, OTLEY
24 hours per week with overtime available in peak wedding season.
Applicants must be over 18 years
Must have access to own transport (rural location and late finishes)
Must be available Saturday and Sundays
Venue set up/ take down and turn around of set ups
Cleaning event space and all public areas
Catering food service including canapes, wedding breakfast and evening food
Bar service - prepare and serve drinks and bar re stock
wedding administration and planning
Assist with Venue show rounds, open days and wedding fairs.
Please send CV to lucy.fleming@chillibarn.co.uk
CAREERS OFFICER – PRINCE HENRY'S GRAMMAR SCHOOL, OTLEY
Permanent, 35 hours per week, term time only plus 2 days
SO1 SCP 23-25 £26,847-£28,350 actual salary
The Careers Officer will be responsible for offering advice, support and guidance to the student population so they are able to make informed choices about their future education and career choices.
Closing date: Monday 23 February 2025
HEADTEACHER’S PERSONAL ASSISTANT (PA) – ILKLEY GRAMMAR SCHOOL, ILKLEY
Scale Pay Point 20 (Range 20-24)
Actual Annual Salary: £22,157.58 - £24,608.70 (All Year-Round Equivalent: £26,037.11 - £28,285.86)
Pattern of hours will be 30.5 hours each week
Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, 8.15am-2.30pm and Tuesdays, 9.15am-5.15pm
Term time only plus 2 days
For further details: https://www.ilkleygrammarschool.com/our-school1/vacancies/
Closing date: 8am Monday 24 February 2025
CLEANERS – UCANCA VALLEY, ILKLEY
We are seeking 2 exceptional long-term cleaners to cover weekdays from 16:30 to 19:00hrs at one of our medical centre environments. High standards required for this type of business so you must have a good work ethic along with a very keen eye for detail. We will of course train you until you are happy to be left to work in your team. For you to be able to work with us, you will need to have a DBS certificate or be willing to get one. If this sounds perfect for you, please get in touch with Sarah: enquiries@ucancavalley.com
QUALIFIED DENTAL NURSE – THE BURLEY DENTAL SUITE, BURLEY-IN-WHARFEDALE
An excellent opportunity for a full time Qualified Dental Nurse to join our private village based practice. From routine dentistry to referrals for implants, endodontics, hygiene, and cosmetic work, we pride ourselves on delivering comprehensive, high-quality services. Competitive salary based on experience, 2.30 finish on Fridays.
If you would like to apply or would like further information, please email practicemanager@burleydentalsuite.co.uk
EXAMS INVIGILATOR – THE SKIPTON ACADEMY, SKIPTON
Salary Scale Point 5 (range 5-6) £12.85 per hour.
Pattern of hours: Casual Workers Agreement, variable pattern of hours
For further details, please visit our school website: https://www.theskiptonacademy.co.uk/vacancies/
Provisional interview date to be confirmed.
Closing date: 9am Monday 3 March 2025
CATERING ASSISTANT – THE SKIPTON ACADEMY, SKIPTON
Salary Scale Point 2, Actual annual salary: £8572.42
Pattern of hours: Monday 10am to 2pm, Tuesday to Friday 11am to 2pm (16 hours), term time only.
For further details, please visit our school website: https://www.theskiptonacademy.co.uk/vacancies/
Provisional interview date to be confirmed.
Closing date: 9am Monday 24 February 2025
LANDSCAPERS AND LABOURERS – BLACK FOX GARDEN SERVICES, ILKLEY
Landscapers, gardeners and labourers required. Experience preferred however training is provided.
Hard landscaping, building projects, fencing, hedge and tree work and garden maintenance.
We have a good mix of projects so will suit someone who likes some job variety. Physical fitness required.
Rate of pay will match experience level.
Work commencing 3rd March.
Please send your interest, previous experience and expectations to
Email - blackfoxgardenservices@gmail.com
Phone – 07950702673
EARLY YEARS EDUCATOR – THE RAILWAY CHILDREN PRESCHOOL-NURSERY, MENSTON
We have an amazing opportunity for a L3 Early Years Educator to join our amazing team. Working 20 hours per week over 2 days, starting March 2025.
Do you long to provide the most magical early years education? Do you thrive the outdoors?
Fantastic pay and employee benefits.
Please contact Louise on 01943 873514 or office.therailwaychildren@gmail.com
Closing date: Monday 10 February 2025
HANDYMEN AND WOMEN (FREELANCE) – ODD JOB HEROES, BURLEY-IN-WHARFEDALE
Fully flexible freelance work providing odd job services in and around your local area. Ideal for retired or semi-retired handy people looking to keep busy and contribute to the community, but applicants of all ages are welcome. Must be friendly, customer-focused and committed to quality. Own tools and car required. Work available immediately including painting, tiling, plumbing, joinery and general odd jobs.
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
EXPERIENCED GROUNDS MAINTENANCE OPERATIVES – AIRE VALLEY GROUNDS MAINTENANCE, MENSTON
Three 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: 14 February 2025
COMPANIONS – LADIES IN WAITING, ILKLEY
We require carers/companions to join our team delivering care and companionship to private clients in the Ilkley area.
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 must include an alternate weekend.
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.
BARISTA/CAFE SUPERVISOR – LOVE BROWNIES, BOLTON ABBEY
Required for a very busy tea room in the idyllic surroundings of Parcevall Hall. (BD23 6DE). We are looking for an enthusiastic energic team member, who can provide a professional positive customer experience whilst working under pressure. Coffee experience is preferred. Part or full time hours available from March – October.
Please email hello@lovebrownies.co.uk
LUNCHTIME SUPERVISORS (X2) – ALL SAINTS' C OF E PRIMARY, ILKLEY
Band 3, Permanent, Term Time Only - £12.26 per hour
Monday – Friday: 11:45 - 13:30 (8.75 hrs p/w)
The role will involve supervising pupils at lunchtime, both whilst eating and in the playground, ensuring their safety and wellbeing.
Application forms are available on the school website: https://www.allsaintsilkley.bradford.sch.uk/vacancies
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
All posts are subject to references and an enhanced DBS check.
Interviews: w/c 10 February 2025
Closing date: 9am 10 February 2025
POST OFFICE CLERK – MENSTON POST OFFICE, MENSTON
Looking for a reliable member of staff to join the team at Menston Post Office. No previous experience required as full training will be provided. Retail experience preferred. This position includes:
- Serving customers that come in for the Post Office and retail services
- Stocking shelves when necessary
Part time position. Email your CV to manniekr@hotmail.com or contact me 07507861457
Looking for someone to start ASAP.
Closing date: 28 February 2025
ASSISTANT MANAGER (OTB CHOICES) – ILKLEY COMMUNITY ENTERPRISE, ILKLEY
"Coming to Outside the Box is the best part of my week!"
We’re hiring an Assistant Manager to join our management team and help plan, manage, and develop our inclusive services for people with learning disabilities/autism. This is a fantastic opportunity to make an impact and grow within a dynamic local charity.
For an application pack, email: cafe@outsidetheboxcafe.com
Closing date: 7 February 2025
SERVICE MANAGER (INDEPENDENT LIVING SERVICES) – ILKLEY COMMUNITY ENTERPRISE, ILKLEY
Join our team as Service Manager for our Independent Living Services, empowering people with learning disabilities and/or autism to lead independent, healthy, and fulfilling lives.
You’ll bring expertise in care management, exceptional leadership, and a passion for high-quality service delivery as part of our innovative social enterprise.
For an application pack with further details on the role and how to apply please email ella.trick@carersandcompanions.co.uk
Closing date: 14 February 2025
DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS - ILKLEY COMMUNITY ENTERPRISE, ILKLEY
Join us in this rare opportunity to manage and grow a dynamic local charity and social enterprise. As Director, you’ll oversee corporate functions, services, and trading activities, ensuring excellence, strong financial performance, and real impact.
We’re looking for someone who is passionate with proven operational management experience, a creative mindset, and a drive to make a difference.
For an application pack with further details on the role and how to apply please email cafe@outsidetheboxcafe.com
Closing date: 25 February 2025
SUPPORT WORKERS (INDEPENDENT LIVING) – OUTSIDE THE BOX/CARERS & COMPANIONS, ILKLEY
Weekend Support Workers needed to provide daytime support and sleeping night cover for adults with learning disabilities or autism. Empower clients to lead independent, fulfilled lives. Experience, reliability, and dedication required. Competitive pay (from £12.20/hour), paid training, progression and more.
Also seeking Bank Support Workers. Contact: 07922 625220 / ella.trick@carersandcompanions.co.uk
SUPPORT WORKER – RESURGENCE CASE MANAGEMENT, DENHOLME
We’re looking for an individual to join our care team for our little boy who is 11, has Cerebral Palsy and is a full time wheelchair user
Location: Denholme
Hours: Full-time, 36 hours per week on a rota (days/nights/weekends)
Supporting 1:1 in all aspects of life, including personal care, medication and manual handling
Supporting a ketogenic diet
Support physiotherapy, stretches, hydrotherapy (at home pool) and other physical activities.
Help balance energy levels, promoting rest alongside activity.
Record Keeping
Contribute towards home learning
HOTEL & ADMINISTRATION CO-ORDINATOR – SIMPLY GROUPS, ILKLEY
Office based Ilkley - 4 days (weekdays)
Working in 'Operations' for an award-winning Group Tour Operator. Responsible for accommodation bookings & a variety of general admin tasks.
Skills must include : Computer literacy, a professional and approachable telephone manner, organisation, self-motivated, able to work to deadlines & attention to detail. Includes working in other areas of tour operations.
Previous office experience essential. Salary negotiable subject to experience.
Apply with introduction note & C.V. by email to info@simplygroups.co.uk
SITE SUPERVISOR – ILKLEY GRAMMAR SCHOOL, ILKLEY
Scale Pay Point 12 (Range 12-17)
Actual Annual Salary: £22,468 - £24,373 per annum.
£1,000 per annum call out allowance
30 hours each week.
Week A: Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday 8.00am to 4.00pm with a 30-minute unpaid lunch.
Week B: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 8.00am to 4.00pm with a 30-minute unpaid lunch.
For further details please visit our website https://www.ilkleygrammarschool.com/our-school1/vacancies/
We reserve the right to close early, and so early applications are encouraged.
Closing date: 8am 10 February 2025
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
AREA LEADER OF MEDIA AND FILM STUDIES – PRINCE HENRY'S GRAMMAR SCHOOL, OTLEY
Permanent, full time, required for September 2025
MPS/UPS + TLR2A
Prince Henry's are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, inspirational and committed area leader of media and film studies who will motivate students, build their confidence and make learning engaging.
Closing date: noon 7 February 2025
TEACHING ASSISTANT – PRINCE HENRY'S GRAMMAR SCHOOL, OTLEY
Permanent, 31 hours per week, term time only plus 2 days
B1-B3 SCP 4-11 £17,391-£19,433 actual salary
Reduced hours may be considered, please state on application, required ASAP.
Closing date: Monday 24 February 2025
SALES ACCOUNT MANAGER – PARKERS BRANDED, OTLEY
Come and join our team and help us take our business to new heights! We are a trusted name in the promotional products industry, and we need someone like you to help us maintain and grow our client network while providing unparalleled customer service. Full in-house training provided, negotiable hours, great benefits package. This is your chance to be a part of a fast-paced and fascinating industry, so don't wait any longer and apply now: www.parkersbranded.co.uk/join-our-team/
OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR – PARKERS BRANDED, OTLEY
Come and join our team and help us take our business to new heights! We are a trusted name in the promotional products industry, and we need someone like you to help us maintain and grow our client network while providing unparalleled customer service. Full in-house training provided, negotiable hours, great benefits package. This is your chance to be a part of a fast-paced and fascinating industry, so don't wait any longer and apply now: www.parkersbranded.co.uk/join-our-team/
MEMBER SERVICES REPRESENTATIVE – ECOLOGY BUILDING SOCIETY, SILSDEN
As a Member Services Representative for Ecology Building Society, you will deliver exceptional customer service as the first point of contact to our Members. The role involves understanding and identifying Members' individual circumstances to be able to support them with the right product or service.
Our Member Services Team always aims to surpass our Members' expectations, and the role is vital in helping Members achieve their goals, by providing knowledge, updates, and answers to any mortgage or savings queries.
Learn more and apply on our website: https://www.ecology.co.uk/careers/, or contact hrteam@ecology.co.uk for more information.
Closing date: 10 February 2025
FINANCE & ADMINISTRATION EXECUTIVE – ORNAMENTAL TREES LIMITED, OTLEY
20 hours, Mon – Fri, Up to £25k (full time equivalent)
We are one of the UK’s leading online retailers of trees and are looking to recruit a motivated individual to join our team. The role covers all aspects of accounting, bookkeeping, reporting and, a wide range of administration tasks. Good communication and IT skills, specifically Microsoft Excel, are essential, along with a can-do attitude.
For more information or to apply contact Gayatree@ornamental-trees.co.uk
EXPERIENCED SALES ADMINISTRATOR – OPTICAID UK, YEADON
We are looking for a full time proactive sales administrator/internal sales exec responsible for growing B2B sales. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years sales experience. Roles inc. processing orders, sales proposals, analysing stock levels, maintaining sales databases, invoicing, dealing with customer queries & searching for new business opportunities. Candidates will be required to attend occasional B2B trade shows.
Full details at www.opticaid.net/join-us/
Please send CV/covering letter to sales@opticaid.net
Closing date: 9 February 2025
SATURDAY ASSISTANT – VANILLA HAIR SALON, ILKLEY
No previous experience necessary.
The new assistant must have enthusiasm, be friendly and willing to learn.
The applicant must be able to work MOST Saturdays.
Please contact Sue or Rebecca on 01943603133 or email - sueww@talk21.com
CARE CO-ORDINATOR / RECEPTIONIST VACANCY – BAILDON MEDICAL PRACTICE, BAILDON
Come and join our friendly, high performing Practice with over 9500 patients.
25 hours per week over 5 days, Monday to Friday, between 8am and 6pm, and will be based on a rota of covering morning and afternoon shifts.
Duties will include reception and administration.
Salary and benefits to be discussed at interview.
If you think you have the skills for this role, please send your CV and a covering letter outlining what you think you could bring to the role to lizzie.lister@bradford.nhs.uk
Interviews week commencing 12 February
Closing date: Sunday 9 February 2025
SEN TEACHING ASSISTANT – MENSTON PRIMARY SCHOOL, MENSTON
20 hours per week, 9am – 1pm Monday to Friday, Term Time Only
BAND 3, SCP 5 – 6
To start as soon as possible.
The post is Fixed Term to 31 August 2025 (in the first instance) due to being externally funded by Education Health Care Plans for individual children. We are looking for a temporary, Level 2 Teaching Assistant to work with pupils with EHCPs.
Please visit https://menstonprimary.co.uk/about-us/vacancies/ for more information.
Closing date: Sunday 9 February 2025
BAKERY & DELI ASSISTANT – LISHMAN’S BUTCHERS, ILKLEY
We’re looking for an enthusiastic individual to join our Bakery team. This role consists of producing & cooking our award winning pork pies and sausage rolls, ready meals & hot counter meals. All training will be provided on the job.
You must be passionate about food, customer service and be a great team player.
It’s 4 days a week with Saturday, Sunday & Tuesday as days off. 7am – 4.30pm (36 hour week). Salary dependent on experience.
If this sounds like the job for you, please email admin@lishmansbutchers.co.uk
Closing date: 14 February 2025
SUPPORT WORKER – DIRECT PAYMENTS, SKIPTON
We are currently seeking compassionate and reliable personal assistants to provide vital support to a young lady in her home.
This role offers an opportunity to make a positive impact on her daily life by assisting with all aspects of care, including accessing a range of activities in the community.
We can offer flexible part time shift patterns, including waking night shifts, daytime hours, and alternate weekends on a permanent basis.
Car driver essential.
If you are passionate about making a difference please contact Vanessa at ourteam24@yahoo.com
TEACHER OF COMPUTING & COMPUTER SCIENCE – PRINCE HENRY'S GRAMMAR SCHOOL, OTLEY
Permanent, Full Time
MPS-UPS
Prince Henry's are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed computing teacher for Sept 2025, an earlier start may be available.
Closing date: 12Noon 7 February 2025
COMMERCIAL CLEANER – WHARFE VALLEY COMMERCIAL CLEANING, OTLEY
We have a vacancy for a commercial cleaner to cover 10 hours per week at a school in Burley in Wharfedale, start time from 3:30pm onwards for 3 hours 20 mins per shift, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday afternoons.
Rate of pay £14 per hour looking to increase to £15 per hour after a probation period.
Role is a self employed role and Candidate must be able to drive and have a clean DBS (we can apply for one of these for you.
Please message Emma on 07850677419, many thanks.
CATERING ASSISTANT – ASHLANDS PRIMARY SCHOOL, ILKLEY
20 hrs per week, term time only.
Uniform Provided.
Catering Experience Preferred but not essential.
Must be able to work at speed.
Previous applicants need not apply.
Email traceym@mellors.co.uk or call 07774675830
CHEF – EMPORIO ITALIA, ILKLEY
This is a full time role working a minimum of 30 hours a week over 5 lunch times (Tuesday to Saturday) including the occasional evening on a weekend.
We are seeking a passionate and creative chef to join our team. In this role, you will learn and master our traditional family recipes, as well as work alongside Luigi to innovate and develop new dishes that stay true to our Southern Italian roots. To be taught by Luigi himself. You will need plenty of experience in working in a busy kitchen as well as food safety and standards.
Salary to be discussed / based on talent.
A salary of £32,000 for the right candidate.
Send CV's to fabriziawp@gmail.com
CARE PROFESSIONAL – HOME INSTEAD, ILKLEY
We are looking for hardworking, kind and compassionate people to join our supportive team of Care Professionals! You will be working in and around the Ilkley area, visiting our clients within their own homes, offering tailored support to suit their needs. You must have your own car to visits clients and be friendly and adaptable person! Evening and weekend work available. Fantastic hourly rate, enhanced weekend rate, milage and travel time.
Closing date: 03/02/2025
DUTY MANAGER - THE SPINDLES, MENSTON
Responsibilities incl. supporting the General Manager with the running of The Spindles; welcoming homeowners and helping them settle into the community; dealing with queries and building emergencies; providing front of house service, supporting social and group activities to enhance the lives of our homeowners and ensuring a smooth delivery of a programme of leisure and social activities.
Working as part of a team the successful candidate will receive a salary of £14.20 ph on a 28 hr week, incl. allocated sleep-in duties, 192 hours annual leave.
To apply please email j.alexander@adlington.co.uk
ACTIVITY COORDINATOR – SPRINGBANK CARE HOME, SILSDEN
Love bringing smiles to faces? Join Spellman Care as an Activity Coordinator! We're seeking a creative and outgoing individual to plan and deliver engaging activities for our residents. From exciting outings and lively events to personalized support, you'll play a vital role in enriching their lives. We offer a rewarding work environment with competitive benefits including generous holidays, pension contributions, and excellent training opportunities. Ready to make a difference?
Visit www.spellmancare.co.uk/jobs to apply today!
ACTIVITY COORDINATOR – STEETON COURT NURISNG HOME, STEETON
Love bringing smiles to faces? Join Spellman Care as an Activity Coordinator! We're seeking a creative and outgoing individual to plan and deliver engaging activities for our residents. From exciting outings and lively events to personalized support, you'll play a vital role in enriching their lives. We offer a rewarding work environment with competitive benefits including generous holidays, pension contributions, and excellent training opportunities. Ready to make a difference?
Visit www.spellmancare.co.uk/jobs to apply today!
MAINTENANCE PERSON – SPRINGBANK CARE HOME, SILSDEN
Join Spellman Care and maintain a beautiful historic care home!
We seek a skilled and dedicated Maintenance Person for Springbank Care Home. You'll ensure its upkeep through planned maintenance, repairs, and minor DIY tasks. Experience, a strong work ethic, and commitment to resident safety are essential. We offer competitive benefits, training, and career progression.
Learn more and apply at www.spellmancare.co.uk/jobs
FULL TIME MECHANIC – GLOVERS AUTOCARE, ILKLEY
We are looking for a full time mechanic to join our busy, friendly team in Ilkley.
Looking for a change - why not get in touch!
The right person will hold an NVQ level 2 in Automotive Maintenance or equivalent, and a clean driving licence.
All applications are dealt with in the strictest confidence - please email your CV FAO Andy to gloversautocare@hotmail.co.uk
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ELECTRICAL APPRENTICE – S.GRAY ELECTRICAL, ILKLEY
Due to rapid growth we are looking to take on an enthusiastic apprentice to join the team. You will be working in the fast paced new build housing industry on various sites across West Yorkshire for national house builders. This is a great opportunity for anyone looking to get in to the construction industry and learn a trade! Previous experience not necessary but a strong work ethic, positive attitude and willingness to learn is vital.
For further details and to apply, please email your CV and cover letter to sam@sgrayelectrical.com
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
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WHARFEDALE TALKING NEWS
IlkleyTalking 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
JOB ADMINISTRATOR – KEIGHLEY & DISTRICT AGRICULTURAL SHOW SOCIETY, KEIGHLEY
This is a voluntary role, with a £700 annual Honorarium, supporting the Management Committee with year-round planning and on show day. There are about 7 meetings per year (2 hrs, Wed evenings) Most of the work takes place Mar-Sept. Main tasks include being a central point of contact for enquiries and information, placing orders with suppliers, keeping an overview of the planning cycle and being available on show day. Computer skills essential.
Email contact details to secretary@keighleyshow.co.uk for further information
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
TRUSTEE (FINANCE SPECIALIST) – COLLABORATIVE LEARNING TRUST, OTLEY
We’re looking for a finance expert to join our Board.
As a Trustee you’ll join our Board and also sit on our Audit, Risk and Finance Committee, helping make decisions that benefit our 7 schools and their 3,400+ pupils.
You’ll be asked to attend 6 Trust Board and 5 committee meetings per year and invited to events organised by the Trust and our schools. Meetings take place in Otley or at one of our Leeds/Bradford schools.
For more information or to apply email: nicola.lunn@collaborativelearningtrust.co.uk
MENSTON SCOUTING
Demand is high, and we currently have a waiting list of children eager to get involved in Menston Scouting. To provide opportunities for more young people, we need passionate volunteers to join as leaders.
We currently have vacancies for:
Beaver Team (Thursdays 6.10-7.10) from Jan 2025
Cub Team (Wednesdays 6.30-8pm) from April 2025
Scout Team (Mondays 7.30-9pm/ Thursdays 7.30-9pm) from Jan 2025
Secretary to the Trustee Board
Fundraising Team member
If you're interested in learning more about any of these opportunities, please email glv@menstonscoutsandguides.uk
COMMUNITY FINANCIAL SCHOOL GOVERNOR – GHYLL ROYD SCHOOL, BURLEY IN WHARFEDALE
We are seeking a Finance Governor from the community to join our Governing Body. If you have previous accountancy and auditing experience and are interested in overseeing the financial performance of a school then please consider this rewarding role. For more information or to express your interest please contact Rebecca at information@ghyllroydschool.co.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.
MENOPAUSE PEER SUPPORT GROUPS VOLUNTEERS - WHARFEDALE, AIREDALE AND CRAVEN ALLIANCE
We are looking for volunteers to assist with Menopause Peer Support Groups in Ilkley and Skipton. The Groups will meet once a month in the evening for a couple of hours.
If you have a passion for this subject and lived experience please email Amanda.nowell@nhs.net
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.
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.
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
SHOP ASSIST AND BEFRIENDING SCHEMES
Could you spend an hour or two every week helping an older person? The ShopAssist and Befriending schemes (part of Ilkley and District Good Neighbours) need more volunteers and will pay expenses. Our schemes enable older people to remain independent for longer and give volunteers the opportunity to meet new people, build rewarding friendships and give something back to the local community. Please phone 01943 603348, email info@goodneigboursilkley.org.uk or visit www.goodneighboursilkley.org.uk for further information on our volunteering opportunities.
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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