An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the team at Jennyruth Workshops as a full-time Workshop Manager.

Jennyruth Workshops is a productive workshop where we support adults who have learning disabilities to produce high quality handcrafted wooden products. You would be joining a wonderful team who support our workers to make a wide variety of wooden products which we sell widely throughout the local area and online. We are looking for someone who works well as part of a team and on their own initiative who will be responsible for the day-to-day smooth running of production. You will need a keen eye for detail, be able to lead and be part of a team dedicated to supporting our workers to gain in skills, confidence, independence and social skills.

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You will need to be a good communicator, have a warm personable manner, remain positive, professional and show sensitivity and empathy when dealing with workers who have learning disabilities and our volunteers who offer invaluable support.

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Salary: £30900 PA

Hours: 37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday 8.30am – 4.30pm and occasional weekend working

Flexible working pattern available outside core hours.

Holiday: 20 days PA plus Bank Holidays.

Closing date for applications: 20/06/25

Interviews: Week commencing 23/06/25

Start date: Immediate (Flexible for the right candidate).

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Location Red House Farm, Bridge Hewick, Ripon, HG4 5AY 

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If you would like to take the opportunity to visit Jennyruth Workshops before submitting your application, please contact us. 

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The successful applicant will be required to undertake a criminal record check via the Disclosure and Barring Service.  

 

Please note that CVs will not be accepted in place of the application form.  

 

Completed application should be sent by email to ceo@jennyruth.co.uk