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Ilkley Chat Jobs Board: 11 Nov 2024

📋| ILKLEY CHAT JOBS BOARD |📋 12.11.24 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 ■■■


ILKLEY TOWN WARDEN – ILKLEY TOWN COUNCIL, ILKLEY

£13.26ph, 20 hrs pw

The Town Warden will work to maintain the local environment to a high standard and will undertake a range of duties, such as litter picking, snicket clearing, maintaining hedges and leaf-sweeping.

The job will be varied, with no two days being the same. The successful applicant will have good practical and communication skills and needs to be organised, flexible and able to show initiative when required.

An application pack can be found on the Ilkley Town Council website: www.ilkleytowncouncil.gov.uk

Closing date: 29 November 2024


CUSTOMER MARKETING MANAGER – ECOLOGY BUILDING SOCIETY, SILSDEN

We're seeking to appoint a creative individual to develop Ecology’s customer acquisition strategy, elevate our brand, and develop marketing campaigns to support our products and services. You’ll have a good attention to detail and think strategically in everything you do. You will represent the marketing and communication team on projects that affect our members and help bring our Purpose to life.

Visit https://www.ecology.co.uk/careers/ for full details or call HR on 01535 282245

Closing date: 20 November 2024


GROUP TOURS CO-ORDINATOR – SIMPLY GROUPS, ILKLEY

Position to start ASAP - Office based Ilkley - 4 days per week.

Working in 'Operations' within an award-winning Tour Operator in the Group Travel sector.

Skills MUST include : Computer literacy, a professional and approachable telephone manner. organisation, self-motivated, working to deadlines & attention to detail. Includes working in other areas of tour operations.

Previous office experience essential. Salary negotiable subject to experience.

To apply, an introduction note must accompany your C.V. by email to info@simplygroups.co.uk


CHEF/COOK (FULL/PT) – AVANTI COFFEE HOUSE, ILKLEY

We are seeking a talented and passionate Chef/Cook to join our culinary team.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in culinary arts and food preparation, with a focus on creating exceptional dishes that delight our guests.

As a Chef, you will be responsible for overseeing kitchen operations, ensuring food safety standards are met, and contributing to menu development.

This role requires creativity, attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced restaurant environment.

If you are enthusiastic about creating delicious meals and thrive in a dynamic kitchen environment, we would love to hear from you!

Excellent and Competitive rates of Pay.

Contact with CV to carl@avanticoffeehouse.co.uk or pop in and have a chat at the shop.


CUSTOMER SUPPORT CONSULTANT – HIGH SPEED TRAINING, ILKLEY

12 month contract – office/remote.

You’ll work to support customers via various contact methods including phone, email and live chat, to help resolve their online training needs.

As someone with customer service experience, you’ll build relationships with our customers and represent the business professionally.

Closing date: 19 November 2024


SALES EXECUTIVE/DESIGNER – REGAL INTERIORS, CROSS HILLS

Experience in the bathroom, kitchen or bedroom industry is preferred but not essential.

Full time role, we are open Mon - Sat 8.30am - 5pm, you will be required to work 2 Saturdays a month with a day off in the week.

To apply please send your CV to Lucy@regalinteriors.co.uk


PERSONAL TRAINER – LIFT HEALTH & FITNESS, ILKLEY

We are seeking a skilled, motivated personal trainer to join our team on a part-time, self-employed basis.

As part of our team, you’ll work in a supportive, friendly small studio environment with clients all wanting to improve their strength and fitness.

We operate a semi-private training model, with sessions that involve up to three clients, each following their own customised plan.

For more information please contact Dawn at hello@lifthealthfitness.com


DOMESTIC & CARE SUPPORT – MHA EMMANDJAY COURT, BEN RHYDDING

We are a retirement living scheme with care.

We are currently recruiting for the following positions Part time Domestic and Part time / relief Care Support Worker

Check out our job vacancies on www.mha.org.uk, alternative give us a call for more details on 01943 886610

Speak to Miranda for Domestic post or Julie about our care vacancy.


FRONT OF HOUSE – J RESERVE, ILKLEY

Wanted, Front of House, energetic team player for Saturday and/or Sunday.

Great rates of pay.

Awesome central Ilkley location.

Send a CV to jreserve54@gmail.com or pop in.


CASUAL COVER SUPERVISORS – ILKLEY GRAMMAR SCHOOL, ILKLEY

£14.36 - £15.58 (Salary Scale Point 12-17) per timetabled period

Variable hours to provide short or long-term support during term time

Please note that we reserve the right to close early and therefore early applications are encouraged.

Closing date: 8am Monday 25 November 2024


MEDICAL ADMINISTRATOR/PA – BAILDON MEDICAL PRACTICE, BAILDON

Do you have experience of working in a GP Practice, ideally with SystmOne knowledge, and are you looking for a new challenge? We are looking for an enthusiastic team player to bring their experience of general practice to enhance and expand our existing admin team.

Key skills required:

Ability to work as part of a team

Ability to prioritise and work under pressure

Attention to detail

Professional telephone manner and excellent communication skills, both oral and written

Ability to be innovative

20 hours over 5 days Monday – Friday

Salary based on experience.

If you are interested in exploring this opportunity, please send your CV and covering letter to Lizzie Lister, Practice Manager, lizzie.lister@bradford.nhs.uk, explaining how you meet the key skills criteria and what extra qualities you feel you could bring to the role.

Closing date: Saturday 30 November 2024


CUSTOMER SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR – TOPFORM COMPONENTS LTD, ILKLEY

Four days - Monday to Thursday 8.30am to 5pm

Topform supply the largest manufacturers in the leisure industry in the UK and Europe.

We are looking for a well organized person with previous administrative experience to take responsibility for all day to day communications with our key accounts.

This includes order management, debtor management and administration of all orders through our small office in Ilkley. Liaison with our factory head office will be necessary to provide great customer service to our UK based customers. Must have the ability to work on their own when necessary. Experience with word and Excel would also help .

Please E mail your CV to iain@topform-ltd.com

Closing date: 6th December 2024


STORE MANAGER – THE YORKSHIRE SOAP COMPANY, ILKLEY

We want our Store Manager to create a positive, lively and energetic atmosphere, with the main focus always on excellent, unsurpassed, customer service and sales. You will be leading, motivating and developing the store team and in-store processes; managing the performance and making sure your team can be the best that they can be, every day.

Job type: Permanent, Full Time.

Hours: 40 hour contract.


STORE SUPERVISOR – THE YORKSHIRE SOAP COMPANY, ILKLEY

The successful candidate will work with the store management team delivering exceptional service and retail standards.

Job Type: Part Time, Permanent.

Salary: £11.75 per hour.

Schedule: Week Day & Weekend.

Shifts: 32 hour contract available.


EARLY YEARS PRACTITIONER – BURLEY NURSERY SCHOOL, BURLEY-IN-WHARFEDALE.

Part time position to work in our busy day nursery with children aged 0-5 years.

For more details please contact Jo Hanbidge: burleynurseryschool@gmail.com

Closing date: 29 November 2024


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


BAR STAFF (18+) – BINI TAP HOUSE, ILKLEY

Fun, lively, mature individual with an 'always on' attitude, who can demonstrate great initiative and organisational skills while working alone and within our team.

Minimum 2 years' bar experience desirable but not essential.

NB. Shifts required Mon, Weds, Thurs, Fri, Sat & Sun.

Please forward your CV and available working hours to the email below.

Closing date: 1 December 2024


PART-TIME FACILITIES OFFICER (HEALTH & SAFETY AND MAINTENANCE) – ECOLOGY BUILDING SOCIETY, SILSDEN

Passionate about sustainability? We are looking for a dedicated Part-Time Facilities Officer to maintain our eco-build head office premises, with responsibility for Health & Safety. A perfect role for someone who enjoys a mix of practical and administrative tasks. Competent IT skills essential. The role is 21 hours per week over 3 days. Excellent benefits, including generous pension.

For full details and to apply visit www.ecology.co.uk/careers or call HR on 01535 282245.

Closing date: 15 November 2024


KITCHEN PORTER – HAMILTONS, ADDINGHAM

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Kitchen Porter to join our kitchen team. As a Kitchen Porter, you will play a vital role in maintaining the cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen, ensuring that our team can operate efficiently. This position is ideal for individuals who are passionate about food preparation and hospitality, and who thrive in a fast-paced environment. Full or Part time hours available with immediate start.


CLEANER – MOORFIELD SCHOOL AND NURSERY, ILKLEY

Moorfield is seeking to appoint a cleaner for our friendly school.

Hours: - 3.30 pm to 6.00 pm, 5 days per week during term time. There is also an opportunity for extra hours during school holidays.

To request a visit or application form and job description, contact Head of Moorfield, Tina Herbert, at therbert@moorfieldschool.co.uk

Moorfield School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children in our care and the successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check and other safeguarding checks.

Closing date: Friday 22 November 2024


BAKERY 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 emma@lishmansbutchers.co.uk

Closing date: 19 November 2024


TELESALES EXECUTIVES – SMARTSEARCH, ILKLEY

Hiring 4 new Telesales Executives to start in January.

This is an outbound sales role in a fast-paced, fun, rewarding environment, with excellent progression opportunities. RLW basic + commission

No experience required but prior sales experience is a bonus.

We provide full training and will consider people from sales, retail, hospitality backgrounds etc.

1 stage assessment day will result in up to 4 job offers!


CHEF – BETTYS, ILKLEY

Dedicated and enthusiastic Chef to join our team at Bettys, Ilkley. As a Chef you play a key role, working in the busy service kitchen/s and prep kitchen and be responsible for preparing delicious hot food. You will enjoy working as part of a team, also working on other kitchen stations, alongside Catering Assistants, to prepare cold food and drinks. This is a Full-Time role working a minimum of 30 hours over 5 days. You will be required to work at least one day at the weekend every week.

Closing date: Friday 29 November 2024 (unless filled)

 

WAITER/WAITRESS – BETTYS, ILKLEY

Waiter or Waitress to join us as part of our team at Bettys Ilkley. As a Waiter or Waitress, you will be responsible for providing the highest level of service to deliver a deliciously magical experience for every customer whilst working at pace. This is a Part Time role working a minimum of 24 contracted hours over 4 days. You will be required to work at least one day at the weekend every week.

Closing date: Friday 15 November 2024


CARE HOME ADMINISTRATOR – AVERY HEALTHCARE, BURLEY-IN-WHARFEDALE

We are seeking a well organised, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our friendly, award-winning team as Care Home Administrator.

Closing date: 4 December 2024


KITCHEN ASSISTANT – AVERY HEALTHCARE, BURLEY-IN-WHARFEDALE

Your focus as Kitchen Assistant is to support the catering function in food preparation and maintaining a clean environment for the safe production of beverages and meals, ensuring a high quality and comprehensive service is delivered to residents.

Closing date: 20 November 2024


HOUSEKEEPING ASSISTANT – AVERY HEALTHCARE, BURLEY-IN-WHARFEDALE

Your focus as Housekeeping Assistant will be to work as part of a team, ensuring that all standards of cleanliness and laundry are maintained in the home.

Closing date: 20 November 2024


CARE ASSISTANT – AVERY HEALTHCARE, BURLEY-IN-WHARFEDALE

Your focus as Care Assistant will be to deliver high standards of personal care, contributing fully to the care team to ensure continuity of services to residents.

Closing date: 20 November 2024


SENIOR CARE ASSISTANT – AVERY HEALTHCARE, BURLEY-IN-WHARFEDALE

Your focus as a Senior Care Assistant will be to support and work alongside the Care team to deliver high standards of personal care, providing a safe, caring, innovative, open, supportive, and inclusive environment for residents, visitors and staff.

Closing date: 15 November 2024


MANAGEMENT AND FARM SHOP TEAM MEMBERS – ROBERTSHAW'S FARM SHOP, SKIPTON

Robertshaw's Farm Shop at Thornton Bradford has bought a second site in Skipton.

We are opening Early 2025 and will start recruiting later this year www.robertshawsfarmshop.co.uk/pages/join-our-team


WEEKEND WAITING ON STAFF – THIRTY NINE, ILKLEY

An exciting position has become available to join our front of house team during the day at weekends. You will help serve food and drinks in our busy brunch restaurant. Hourly rate of pay with additional service charge which can add upto £3 extra per hour.

If you have a passion for food and excellence in hospitality and want to join our team please email your CV to jobs@39thegrove.co.uk


WEEKEND KITCHEN STAFF – THIRTY NINE, ILKLEY

An exciting position has become available to join our kitchen team during the day at weekends. You will help with cleaning and washing up duties as well as some food preparation in our busy kitchen. Hourly rate with additional service charge which can add upto £3 extra per hour.

If you have a passion for food and excellence in hospitality and want to join our team please email your CV to jobs@39thegrove.co.uk


KITCHEN STAFF [PART TIME] – THIRTY NINE, ILKLEY

Join our kitchen team during the day on Fridays between 11am and 2:30pm (potentially more hours on a Wednesday and Thursday) helping us prepare food and washing up in our busy brunch restaurant kitchen.

If you have a passion for food and excellence in hospitality please email your CV to jobs@39thegrove.co.uk


BARISTA/SHOP ASSISTANT – MOIN MOIN BAKERY, ILKLEY

21 hours per week over 3 days

Barista experience essential.

Thursday 8am-3.00pm

Friday 8am-3.30pm

Saturday 8am-4pm with an unpaid 30 minute break.

All training to be given.

£12 p/h with 23 days holiday per year pro rata.


DENTAL NURSE – REGENT DENTAL, ILKLEY

Require a full-time Dental Nurse to join our new state of the art private dental practice.

The ideal candidate will provide chairside assistance with excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and have a calm manner. Previous experience with implants, orthodontics, or sedation would be advantageous.

The role will also include reception and treatment co-ordinator duties when required.

You must be GDC Reg and have Level 3 NVQ Dental Nursing or equivalent.

Starting pay from £13.50, employee pension, uniform, staff discounts etc.


BAR STAFF – FAIRFAX CLUB, MENSTON

We are a local social club on a mission to bring new and fun offerings to our members and local residents. As part of those efforts we are growing our fantastic team of bar staff at the club. We are flexible in terms of the number of shifts/hours per week, but we are hoping to find someone who could manage 2-4 shifts per week.

Open to anyone 18 or older.

Previous bar experience is preferred, but not a requirement as training will be provided.

If you wish to apply or find out more information, please send an email to: manager@thefairfax.club

Closing date: 17 November 2024


PT & FT SERVERS – THE PENNY BUN, ASKWITH

The Penny Bun, the Askwith pub is looking for passionate servers to join the team to deliver memorable service to our diners.

Positions available will cover the bar and the floor restaurant service.

Weekend shifts are required due this being our busier period.

Working with fresh produce from Denton Reserve, our team are creating amazing menus.

If your passionate, eager to learn and local then apply to join our team.

Closing date: End November 2024


SENIOR STYLE ADVISOR – MINT VELVET, ILKLEY

20 Hours Senior Style Advisor (Sunday availability required)

You’ll ideally have previous experience as a key holder in a fashion retail store, have a love of fashion, demonstrate excellent customer service, know, wear and live the Mint Velvet style.

Competitive salary and benefits. Apply with your cv explaining why you’d like to work with us. We look forward to hearing from you!


CASUAL MINI BUS DRIVER – GHYLL ROYD, BURLEY-IN-WHARFEDALE

Ghyll Royd School, Pre-School and Nursery have a position for a casual mini bus driver to be available for school trips on a ad hoc basis. Term time only, Monday to Friday between 8.30am and 4.00pm. £12.00 per hour.

You must possess a full UK Driving License, including a D1 license, previous experience essential.

Positions within Ghyll Royd are subject to prior to attending an interview and a Disclosure and Barring check.

For further information contact Michelle on 01943 865575 or information@ghyllroydschool.co.uk

 

PART TIME CLEANERS – GHYLL ROYD, BURLEY-IN-WHARFEDALE

Part-time cleaning positions required for the School, Nursery and Sports Hall. Monday to Thursday, 4 to 8 hours a week, 4.30pm to 6.30pm, £12.00 per hour, 6 weeks paid holiday, 6 weeks enhanced sick pay, free on site parking and pension scheme.

Positions within Ghyll Royd are subject to references prior to attending an interview and a Disclosure and Barring check.

For further information contact Michelle on 01943 865575 or information@ghyllroydschool.co.uk

 

PART TIME EARLY YEARS PRACTITIONERS – GHYLL ROYD, BURLEY-IN-WHARFEDALE

Our fully subscribed nursery and pre-school are recruiting an enthusiastic and motivated level 3 qualified EYFS Practitioner. Various part time positions available. 6 weeks paid holiday, 6 weeks enhanced sick pay, lunch provided and pension scheme, £12.50 per hour.

Positions within Ghyll Royd are subject to references prior to attending an interview and a Disclosure and Barring check.

For further information please contact Michelle on 01943 865575 or information@ghyllroydschool.co.uk


FINANCIAL ADMINISTRATOR – OGDEN FULFILMENT, KEIGHLEY

As the Finance Administrator, you will play a crucial role in managing financial processes, ensuring compliance, and supporting the smooth operation of our company. Responsibilities/Requirements:

Analysing data

Credit Control

Statement reconciliations

Ensure financial compliance

Previous experience in finance administration (Minimum 2 yrs) Proficiency in Excel (Essential) Proficiency in Mintsoft (Preferred)

£23,400.00-£26,500.00 per year, Monday to Friday

Please forward your CV to mark@ogdenfulfilment.co.uk


KITCHEN SALES DESIGNER – HOWDENS, OTLEY

As a Kitchen Sales Designer, you will support our Trade customers, by turning their clients’ dream kitchens into a reality. You will plan and design inspirational kitchens that exceed their expectations for both design and utility.

Full UK Driving license (required)

Access to your own vehicle (required)

Previous design (CAD) experience is preferred, but not essential.

Full time, 44hr contract.


SOFTWARE SUPPORT SPECIALIST – DATAPHILES, OTLEY

Are you knowledgeable about the dental industry, experienced in customer support, passionate about software, and eager to join a growing company? You'll be supporting our customers with PatientComms, our SaaS product, guiding them through their journey. Dental experience is key, but if you're a quick learner, proactive, and enthusiastic, we'd love to hear from you. Full-time position, 9-5:30, with hybrid working (3 days in the office, 2 from home). Salary £25,000-£28,000 depending on experience.


COMMERCIAL EXECUTIVE – SUBROSA LTD, BEAMSLEY

Commercial executive required to support brands and manufacturers within the FMCG sector. Responsible for all commercial admin for allocated clients, including but not limited to - retailer administration, price checks, market reviews, new line form set up, promo nominations, data and performance reports.

The role requires someone who has experience working within either a Food Retailer and/or Food Manufacturer. This is a full time, office-based role. www.subrosa-uk.com

For further info or to apply please email richard@subrosa-uk.com


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.


BARISTA/CAFE ASSISTANTS – OUTSIDE THE BOX CAFÉ, ILKLEY

Are you passionate about people as well as great coffee and customer service?

We have just the role for you at our thriving community café and events venue,

The Arcade, Ilkley – so much more than just a café!

We are looking for part-time, weekend and bank staff to join our fantastic, diverse Front of House.

Competitive pay, employee benefits and more!

Call OTB on 01943 431173, message us or send a copy of your CV to: cafe@outsidetheboxcafe.com


CUSTOMER ASSISTANT TRADING (NIGHTS) – BOOTHS, ILKLEY

This vacancy is a Temporary role for the Christmas period and is open to over 18 year old's only.

Closing date: 15 November 2024


KITCHEN STAFF – LISTER ARMS, ILKLEY

20hrs per week.

We`re looking for fun, enthusiastic, passionate people to join our hard-working teams. We recruit for personality and, as a uk top employer with an award-winning training programme, we know that we can teach you the skills to succeed.


SCIENTIFIC ADVISOR – WOOLSAFE LTD, OTLEY

Flexible part-time role within a friendly and dynamic team.

Role Overview: We seek a Scientific Advisor with a chemistry background to oversee our cleaning product testing program and drive research.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee testing program; ensure compliance with WoolSafe standards.

• Conduct research on product effectiveness and safety.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's in Chemistry (advanced degree preferred).

• Strong analytical and communication skills.

Send your CV and cover letter to office@woolsafe.org

Closing date: 18 November 2024


■■■ APPRENTICESHIPS ■■■


APPRENTICE DENTAL NURSE – U DENTISTRY, BEN RHYDDING, ILKLEY.

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an apprentice dental nurse to join U Dentistry with an immediate start for the right candidate. We will consider applicants who are already enrolled on a training course or who are completely new to a dental nursing role.

For more information regarding joining our friendly, professional and enthusiastic team email Practice Manager Jill Dean - jill.dean@udental.co.uk


ENGINEERING & FABRICATION APPRENTICESHIP – SKIPTON SHEET METAL, SKIPTON

An opportunity for a post A-level apprentice to gain hands-on experience of a wide range of engineering roles, including bespoke fabrication, manual machining, CNC profiling etc. Candidate must be keen to learn all aspects of engineering, have a strong work ethic and attention to detail and a good understanding of maths. Knowledge of CAD beneficial.

For more information and to apply, please email skiptonsheetmetal@yahoo.com or call into the workshop.


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 ■■■


EDUCATION VOLUNTEER – JAMIE'S FARM, SKIPTON

Could you share your talent and energy with the young people who come to Jamie’s Farm? We are looking for Education Volunteers to join our team. Are you able to commit to one day a week, for two 6-week blocks? Education Volunteers will begin working alongside the Jamie’s Farm staff running sessions, progressing to leading sessions for small groups of young people.

We welcome conversations about the skills you would be confident to share within sessions with young people visiting us & are particularly interested in specialised, artisanal, rural skills.


HONORARY SECRETARY TRUSTEE VOLUNTEER – ILKLEY & DISTRICT GOOD NEIGHBOURS

Following 23 years of sterling service our current Honorary Secretary has decided it is time to retire. Ilkley & District are now looking for a new Honorary Secretary, which is a key role within the Committee of trustees who oversee the work of the charity. If this is something you think is something which might interest you please contact: The Manager, Ilkley & District Good Neighbours, Lucy Steer manager@goodneighboursilkley.org.uk to receive a Role Description and Person Specification


DUKE OF EDINBURGH VOLUNTEERS – BURLEY PARISH COUNCIL

Would you like to be involved with your local Duke of Edinburgh scheme?

Due to our ever-increasing popularity with local young people, we need more volunteers to help us! We meet at the Queens Hall in Burley on Monday evenings and supervise expeditions throughout the summer months.

If you are interested, please contact Lindsay on doe@burleyinwharfedale-pc.gov.uk for more information.

Please note DBS check is required (cost met by Burley Parish Council).


CO-OPTED SCHOOL GOVERNOR – BEN RHYDDING PRIMARY SCHOOL, BEN RHYDDING

We are seeking a new Governor to join the Governing Body at Ben Rhydding Primary School. If you would like an opportunity to contribute to the local community, are interested in education and have some professional expertise to offer then please consider this rewarding role.

For more information or to express your interest please contact Sophie Healey at sophie.healey@benrhydding.bradford.sch.uk


VOLUNTEER FILM CLUB AND MARKETING ASSISTANT - CLARKE FOLEY COMMUNITY HUB, ILKLEY

Would you like to help run a Classic Friday Film Club here at the hub? If so, we would love to hear from you!

Help run a weekly Friday film club, from 10am - 12pm.

This would involve creating a film programme, designing and distributing posters and arranging the film showing.

Previous experience is not necessary and training will be provided for using the equipment and poster design.

For more information, call 07442 261462 or email bookings@clarkefoley.org.uk


DIGITAL DROP-IN VOLUNTEER – CLARKE FOLEY COMMUNITY HUB, ILKLEY

Do you have basic experience with technology? Know your apps from your browsers, your tablets from your mobiles? If so, we would love to hear from you!

Help others learn the basics of using a smartphone or tablet at the Clarke Foley Community Hub this Summer.

If this sounds like something you would be interested in, give us a call on 07442 261462 for more information about times and dates.


FOREST SCHOOL VOLUNTEER – THE LOG CIRCLE, BURLEY-IN-WHARFEDALE

We are looking for volunteers to help support the delivery of our Forest School and other woodland based sessions within Middleton Woods in Ilkley, including our popular sessions for toddlers. You should be WILD at heart and LOVE to play! There may also be opportunities for paid work, once experience is gained.

Please email contact@thelogcircle.co.uk for more information or to apply.

*We practice Safer Recruitment procedures and you will be required to undergo a full DBS check for this role.


GARDENERS – ABBEYFIELD THE DALES, ILKLEY

We are currently looking for volunteer gardeners for Grove House who can support with the following tasks:

Create planters

Provide general maintenance of our gardens

Watering, planting, weeding and pruning

Maintaining flower beds

If this is something you are interested in please contact s.dean@abbeyfieldthedales.co.uk


ILKLEY TALKING NEWSPAPER

Can you help Ilkley Talking Newspaper? It needs editors with internet access and readers able to record on smart phones from home. Also technicians to collate recordings onto master CD. Please contact Harry 01943 830882 or Susan 01943 609040


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.


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.


KITCHEN VOLUNTEER – LS29 TIME HOLIDAY CLUB, ILKLEY

Calling all cooks! We need kitchen volunteers to help prepare tasty and healthy lunches at our charity-run holiday club for children with disabilities in the Easter, Summer and Xmas holidays. You will be part of a fun and friendly kitchen team with support workers and adults with additional needs. Kitchen experience and basic food hygiene certificate required. DBS preferred. Please contact 07938 641700 or email ls29timehr@gmail.com for more info.


HELPER VOLUNTEERS – MARIE CURIE HELPER SERVICE

The Helper Service is a local service providing support to people living with a terminal illness. We are looking for volunteers and are interested to hear from people with the compassion and empathy to support individuals for a few hours a week. The little things can make a difference, like having someone to chat to over a cup of tea, help get to an appointment, or just be a friendly ear. For more information please contact phone 0800 304 7411


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.


VOLUNTEER AT MIND

Mind in Ilkley are looking for volunteers. If you can spare an hour or more please call in for a volunteer form.


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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