- Are you looking for a permanent, full-time role where your dedication to education will truly be valued? Can you deliver dynamic, engaging lessons across key stages that bring sociology, psychology, and politics to life?Are you looking to step into your next career milestone this coming September?About the RoleThis is an exceptional opportunity for an enthusiastic and forward-thinking Teacher of Social Sciences to join a thriving humanities and social scieAre you looking for a permanent, full-time role where your dedication to education will truly be valued? Can you deliver dynamic, engaging lessons across key stages that bring sociology, psychology, and politics to life?Are you looking to step into your next career milestone this coming September?About the RoleThis is an exceptional opportunity for an enthusiastic and forward-thinking Teacher of Social Sciences to join a thriving humanities and social scie
- Do you want to work in an environment where the arts and creative technologies are truly celebrated? Are you looking for a full-time, permanent position that offers genuine career stability from this September? Do you believe that strong discipline and high expectations go hand-in-hand with a deeply caring environment? About the RoleThis is an exceptional opportunity for a dedicated and ambitious Teacher of Design & Technology to secure a full-time, permanDo you want to work in an environment where the arts and creative technologies are truly celebrated? Are you looking for a full-time, permanent position that offers genuine career stability from this September? Do you believe that strong discipline and high expectations go hand-in-hand with a deeply caring environment? About the RoleThis is an exceptional opportunity for a dedicated and ambitious Teacher of Design & Technology to secure a full-time, perman
- A renowned, established name in the industry, our client are a large Financial organisation - one with proven, established pedigree. Empowering finance professionals and redefining financial performance, our client's influential enterprise benefits small and large businesses with the range of award-winning services they offer.They're now looking to bring on board Junior Account Managers. Your primary function will be handling existing accounts and cross seA renowned, established name in the industry, our client are a large Financial organisation - one with proven, established pedigree. Empowering finance professionals and redefining financial performance, our client's influential enterprise benefits small and large businesses with the range of award-winning services they offer.They're now looking to bring on board Junior Account Managers. Your primary function will be handling existing accounts and cross se
- Entry Level Graduate Scheme (Sales, Customer Service and Account Management) Do you like facts?Fact Number 1 - Many students attend university with no discernible career plan and many decide on a career completely unrelated to their field of study.Fact Number 2 - There is an abundance of fantastic graduate opportunities, and a candidate driven marketplace means that you're in a stronger position than ever before to take advantage of them. Fact Number 3 - IEntry Level Graduate Scheme (Sales, Customer Service and Account Management) Do you like facts?Fact Number 1 - Many students attend university with no discernible career plan and many decide on a career completely unrelated to their field of study.Fact Number 2 - There is an abundance of fantastic graduate opportunities, and a candidate driven marketplace means that you're in a stronger position than ever before to take advantage of them. Fact Number 3 - I
- We are seeking a qualified, experienced and motivated finance candidate to join a successful and well established construction business based in Leeds. The successful candidate will work as a Project Accountant undertaking the below responsibilities:Main Duties and Responsibilities:Build relationships with program leads and commercial teams (QS) to improve collaboration and project performance visibility.Deliver accurate daily, weekly, and monthly reportsWe are seeking a qualified, experienced and motivated finance candidate to join a successful and well established construction business based in Leeds. The successful candidate will work as a Project Accountant undertaking the below responsibilities:Main Duties and Responsibilities:Build relationships with program leads and commercial teams (QS) to improve collaboration and project performance visibility.Deliver accurate daily, weekly, and monthly reports
- Are you a passionate and patient educator looking to support young people as they transition into adulthood and develop vital independence skills? Do you thrive in a specialist learning environment where every milestone towards a student's personal growth is celebrated? Are you seeking a rewarding full-time role this September that offers the perfect balance of day-to-day variety and long-term impact?If so, Randstad Education wants to hear from you. We areAre you a passionate and patient educator looking to support young people as they transition into adulthood and develop vital independence skills? Do you thrive in a specialist learning environment where every milestone towards a student's personal growth is celebrated? Are you seeking a rewarding full-time role this September that offers the perfect balance of day-to-day variety and long-term impact?If so, Randstad Education wants to hear from you. We are
- Are you a patient and adaptable educator looking for a rewarding role that offers both full-time hours and day-to-day variety? Do you have a passion for helping children with special educational needs overcome barriers to learning and celebrate small-step victories? Are you seeking an opportunity to join a highly supportive specialist environment this September where you can make a genuine difference?If so, Randstad Education wants to hear from you. We areAre you a patient and adaptable educator looking for a rewarding role that offers both full-time hours and day-to-day variety? Do you have a passion for helping children with special educational needs overcome barriers to learning and celebrate small-step victories? Are you seeking an opportunity to join a highly supportive specialist environment this September where you can make a genuine difference?If so, Randstad Education wants to hear from you. We are
- Enhanced Senior Social Worker - Emergency Duty Team (EDT)Role: Enhanced Senior Social WorkerLocation: Wakefield District Headquarters (Havertop Lane, Normanton, WF6 1FD)Contract & Hours: Part-Time (18.5 hours per week) | Minimum 3 months (Office-Based)Pay Rate: £35.00 per hourAre you an expert crisis-handler who thrives when the pressure is on? Do you excel at making definitive, autonomous safeguarding decisions when standard daytime services have closed tEnhanced Senior Social Worker - Emergency Duty Team (EDT)Role: Enhanced Senior Social WorkerLocation: Wakefield District Headquarters (Havertop Lane, Normanton, WF6 1FD)Contract & Hours: Part-Time (18.5 hours per week) | Minimum 3 months (Office-Based)Pay Rate: £35.00 per hourAre you an expert crisis-handler who thrives when the pressure is on? Do you excel at making definitive, autonomous safeguarding decisions when standard daytime services have closed t
- Senior Social Worker - Connecting Care TeamRole: Senior Social WorkerLocation: Wakefield CouncilTeam: Connecting Care Team (Adult Services)Pay Rate: £35.00 per hourSystem Requirement: CareDirector experience is essentialAre you an experienced Adult Social Work professional with an expert grip on the Care Act 2014? Do you know your way around the CareDirector system and want to hit the ground running in a highly supportive, fast-paced team?Wakefield CouncilSenior Social Worker - Connecting Care TeamRole: Senior Social WorkerLocation: Wakefield CouncilTeam: Connecting Care Team (Adult Services)Pay Rate: £35.00 per hourSystem Requirement: CareDirector experience is essentialAre you an experienced Adult Social Work professional with an expert grip on the Care Act 2014? Do you know your way around the CareDirector system and want to hit the ground running in a highly supportive, fast-paced team?Wakefield Council
- Senior Social Worker - Localities (CP & Court)Role: Senior Social WorkerLocation: Wakefield Council (Based at Featherstone Town Hall)Team: Localities - Child Protection & CourtPay Rate: £35.00 per hourWorking Structure: Fast-paced, supportive environment with hybrid optionsAre you an experienced Safeguarding professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment? Do you have strong court skills and a passion for driving positive outcomes for children in needSenior Social Worker - Localities (CP & Court)Role: Senior Social WorkerLocation: Wakefield Council (Based at Featherstone Town Hall)Team: Localities - Child Protection & CourtPay Rate: £35.00 per hourWorking Structure: Fast-paced, supportive environment with hybrid optionsAre you an experienced Safeguarding professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment? Do you have strong court skills and a passion for driving positive outcomes for children in need
- Enjoy the Best of Both Worlds: Dedicated Duty Week + 3 Weeks of Protected CaseworkRole: Senior Social Worker (Assessment & Long-Term)Location: Wakefield Council (Based in Airedale; covering Airedale, Castleford, Knottingley, and Pontefract)Pay Rate: £35.00 per hourWorking Structure: Hybrid Working EncouragedAre you a Senior Social Worker who loves the fast-paced energy of Duty & Assessment but hates feeling like you're constantly underwater with your long-Enjoy the Best of Both Worlds: Dedicated Duty Week + 3 Weeks of Protected CaseworkRole: Senior Social Worker (Assessment & Long-Term)Location: Wakefield Council (Based in Airedale; covering Airedale, Castleford, Knottingley, and Pontefract)Pay Rate: £35.00 per hourWorking Structure: Hybrid Working EncouragedAre you a Senior Social Worker who loves the fast-paced energy of Duty & Assessment but hates feeling like you're constantly underwater with your long-
- A renowned, established name in the industry, our client are a large Financial organisation - one with proven, established pedigree. Empowering finance professionals and redefining financial performance, our client's influential enterprise benefits small and large businesses with the range of award-winning services they offer.They're now looking to bring on board Junior Account Managers. Your primary function will be handling existing accounts and cross seA renowned, established name in the industry, our client are a large Financial organisation - one with proven, established pedigree. Empowering finance professionals and redefining financial performance, our client's influential enterprise benefits small and large businesses with the range of award-winning services they offer.They're now looking to bring on board Junior Account Managers. Your primary function will be handling existing accounts and cross se
- Entry Level Graduate Scheme (Sales, Customer Service and Account Management) Do you like facts?Fact Number 1 - Many students attend university with no discernible career plan and many decide on a career completely unrelated to their field of study.Fact Number 2 - There is an abundance of fantastic graduate opportunities, and a candidate driven marketplace means that you're in a stronger position than ever before to take advantage of them. Fact Number 3 - IEntry Level Graduate Scheme (Sales, Customer Service and Account Management) Do you like facts?Fact Number 1 - Many students attend university with no discernible career plan and many decide on a career completely unrelated to their field of study.Fact Number 2 - There is an abundance of fantastic graduate opportunities, and a candidate driven marketplace means that you're in a stronger position than ever before to take advantage of them. Fact Number 3 - I
- Job title: MIG welderLocation: Peterlee, County Durham (travel & accommodation expenses)Job type: Contract 6 monthsSalary: £19.55 - £39.10 per hourAre you a skilled Welder based outside of Peterlee, County Durham? At Caterpillar, we believe the best talent shouldn't be limited by a commute. That's why we've launched a comprehensive travel and accommodation support package to help you join our award-winning site in Peterlee, wherever you are based.If you liJob title: MIG welderLocation: Peterlee, County Durham (travel & accommodation expenses)Job type: Contract 6 monthsSalary: £19.55 - £39.10 per hourAre you a skilled Welder based outside of Peterlee, County Durham? At Caterpillar, we believe the best talent shouldn't be limited by a commute. That's why we've launched a comprehensive travel and accommodation support package to help you join our award-winning site in Peterlee, wherever you are based.If you li
- Must have driving licence and a carA renowned, established name in the industry, our client are a large Financial organisation - one with proven, established pedigree. Empowering finance professionals and redefining financial performance, our client's influential enterprise benefits small and large businesses with the range of award-winning services they offer.They're now looking to bring on board Junior Account Managers. Your primary function will be handMust have driving licence and a carA renowned, established name in the industry, our client are a large Financial organisation - one with proven, established pedigree. Empowering finance professionals and redefining financial performance, our client's influential enterprise benefits small and large businesses with the range of award-winning services they offer.They're now looking to bring on board Junior Account Managers. Your primary function will be hand
- Entry Level Graduate Scheme (Sales, Customer Service and Account Management) Must have driving licence and a carDo you like facts?Fact Number 1 - Many students attend university with no discernible career plan and many decide on a career completely unrelated to their field of study.Fact Number 2 - There is an abundance of fantastic graduate opportunities, and a candidate driven marketplace means that you're in a stronger position than ever before to take aEntry Level Graduate Scheme (Sales, Customer Service and Account Management) Must have driving licence and a carDo you like facts?Fact Number 1 - Many students attend university with no discernible career plan and many decide on a career completely unrelated to their field of study.Fact Number 2 - There is an abundance of fantastic graduate opportunities, and a candidate driven marketplace means that you're in a stronger position than ever before to take a
- Do you want to be the driving force that helps young children overcome learning hurdles and build confidence?Are you eager to join a friendly, collaborative primary school team in the heart of Pudsey?Are you looking for a long-term role with competitive weekly pay and excellent career progression paths?About the SchoolSituated within the thriving LS28 framework area (encompassing Pudsey, Farsley, and Calverley), this welcoming primary school sits at the heDo you want to be the driving force that helps young children overcome learning hurdles and build confidence?Are you eager to join a friendly, collaborative primary school team in the heart of Pudsey?Are you looking for a long-term role with competitive weekly pay and excellent career progression paths?About the SchoolSituated within the thriving LS28 framework area (encompassing Pudsey, Farsley, and Calverley), this welcoming primary school sits at the he
- Are you a dedicated primary teacher looking to inspire pupils in a highly successful semi-rural Leeds community?Do you want to work in an idyllic school setting that boasts exceptional resources and high pupil engagement?Are you ready to partner with a premier education agency that maximises your professional rewards?About the SchoolLocated in the beautiful, semi-rural LS23 postcode area, covering Wetherby and Boston Spa, this highly desirable primary schoAre you a dedicated primary teacher looking to inspire pupils in a highly successful semi-rural Leeds community?Do you want to work in an idyllic school setting that boasts exceptional resources and high pupil engagement?Are you ready to partner with a premier education agency that maximises your professional rewards?About the SchoolLocated in the beautiful, semi-rural LS23 postcode area, covering Wetherby and Boston Spa, this highly desirable primary scho
- Are you eager to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children who need extra encouragement in the classroom? Do you want a flexible role in Leeds that lets you choose exactly when and where you work? Are you ready to partner with a global recruitment leader that provides free specialist training to help your career flourish?Randstad Education is currently recruiting adaptable, empathetic Supply Learning Support Assistants (LSAs) to work across a varieAre you eager to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children who need extra encouragement in the classroom? Do you want a flexible role in Leeds that lets you choose exactly when and where you work? Are you ready to partner with a global recruitment leader that provides free specialist training to help your career flourish?Randstad Education is currently recruiting adaptable, empathetic Supply Learning Support Assistants (LSAs) to work across a varie
- Are you looking for a flexible role that fits perfectly around your lifestyle? Do you want to gain valuable classroom experience across a variety of fantastic Leeds primary schools? Ready to make a real difference to young learners while working with a supportive, global agency?Randstad Education is currently seeking passionate, adaptable Supply Primary Teaching Assistants for daily, short-term, and long-term placements in schools throughout Leeds. WhetherAre you looking for a flexible role that fits perfectly around your lifestyle? Do you want to gain valuable classroom experience across a variety of fantastic Leeds primary schools? Ready to make a real difference to young learners while working with a supportive, global agency?Randstad Education is currently seeking passionate, adaptable Supply Primary Teaching Assistants for daily, short-term, and long-term placements in schools throughout Leeds. Whether
- Are you looking for a flexible role that fits perfectly around your lifestyle? Do you want to gain valuable classroom experience across a variety of fantastic Leeds primary schools? Ready to make a real difference to young learners while working with a supportive, global agency?Randstad Education is currently seeking passionate, adaptable Supply Primary Teaching Assistants for daily, short-term, and long-term placements in schools throughout Leeds. WhetherAre you looking for a flexible role that fits perfectly around your lifestyle? Do you want to gain valuable classroom experience across a variety of fantastic Leeds primary schools? Ready to make a real difference to young learners while working with a supportive, global agency?Randstad Education is currently seeking passionate, adaptable Supply Primary Teaching Assistants for daily, short-term, and long-term placements in schools throughout Leeds. Whether
- Trainee Account ManagerOur client brings businesses together with communications tech in new and unexpected ways, making their clients more accessible, more productive and more profitable. Working primarily with mid to large-sized UK enterprises, they're recognised leaders within their space.In the last year they've experienced an exciting period of growth and have doubled in size, creating lots of opportunities! You'll join a team where there is a great sTrainee Account ManagerOur client brings businesses together with communications tech in new and unexpected ways, making their clients more accessible, more productive and more profitable. Working primarily with mid to large-sized UK enterprises, they're recognised leaders within their space.In the last year they've experienced an exciting period of growth and have doubled in size, creating lots of opportunities! You'll join a team where there is a great s
- Job Title: Graduate Scheme - Business Development (Commercial)Salary: £28k basic salary/ with £28k OTEOur client are looking for ambitious graduates to help enhance their presence, to generate revenue by capitalising on warm leads and opening the door to new ones, thereby increasing their book of business with a customer-led approach.There is no limit to where you can go with our client - so if you've got a degree, excellent communication skills and plentyJob Title: Graduate Scheme - Business Development (Commercial)Salary: £28k basic salary/ with £28k OTEOur client are looking for ambitious graduates to help enhance their presence, to generate revenue by capitalising on warm leads and opening the door to new ones, thereby increasing their book of business with a customer-led approach.There is no limit to where you can go with our client - so if you've got a degree, excellent communication skills and plenty
- Job Title: Commercial Associate Graduate SchemeSector: TechToday, our client partners with thousands of companies across the UK and Europe. With yearly growth of 40%, they're a thoroughly exciting proposition for any candidate looking to start their career.Uniquely positioned within their market verticals, they're immediately recognisable the world over, a truly gigantic brand!They're now looking for a brand new team of Graduates as they look to expand theJob Title: Commercial Associate Graduate SchemeSector: TechToday, our client partners with thousands of companies across the UK and Europe. With yearly growth of 40%, they're a thoroughly exciting proposition for any candidate looking to start their career.Uniquely positioned within their market verticals, they're immediately recognisable the world over, a truly gigantic brand!They're now looking for a brand new team of Graduates as they look to expand the
- A renowned, established name in the industry, our client are a large Financial organisation - one with proven, established pedigree. Empowering finance professionals and redefining financial performance, our client's influential enterprise benefits small and large businesses with the range of award-winning services they offer.They're now looking to bring on board Junior Account Managers. Your primary function will be handling existing accounts and cross seA renowned, established name in the industry, our client are a large Financial organisation - one with proven, established pedigree. Empowering finance professionals and redefining financial performance, our client's influential enterprise benefits small and large businesses with the range of award-winning services they offer.They're now looking to bring on board Junior Account Managers. Your primary function will be handling existing accounts and cross se
- Entry Level Graduate Scheme (Sales, Customer Service and Account Management) Do you like facts?Fact Number 1 - Many students attend university with no discernible career plan and many decide on a career completely unrelated to their field of study.Fact Number 2 - There is an abundance of fantastic graduate opportunities, and a candidate driven marketplace means that you're in a stronger position than ever before to take advantage of them. Fact Number 3 - IEntry Level Graduate Scheme (Sales, Customer Service and Account Management) Do you like facts?Fact Number 1 - Many students attend university with no discernible career plan and many decide on a career completely unrelated to their field of study.Fact Number 2 - There is an abundance of fantastic graduate opportunities, and a candidate driven marketplace means that you're in a stronger position than ever before to take advantage of them. Fact Number 3 - I
- Are you ready to lead a dedicated department where students actively choose to study mathematics to fuel their career ambitions? Are you seeking a permanent, career-defining role in Leeds starting this September where your expertise will be genuinely celebrated? Can you command a classroom of high-achieving, tech-savvy minds and inspire them to see the beauty within complex equations?About the RoleThis pivotal leadership position requires an inspirationalAre you ready to lead a dedicated department where students actively choose to study mathematics to fuel their career ambitions? Are you seeking a permanent, career-defining role in Leeds starting this September where your expertise will be genuinely celebrated? Can you command a classroom of high-achieving, tech-savvy minds and inspire them to see the beauty within complex equations?About the RoleThis pivotal leadership position requires an inspirational
- Are you looking for a diverse and dynamic educational role where no two days are ever the same?Can you adapt quickly to different subjects, age groups, and classroom environments?Are you seeking a full-time position that offers a definitive, exciting start this September?About the RoleThis is a full-time temp to perm Cover Supervisor position starting this September. The role is ideal for an adaptable, resilient, and confident individual tasked with managiAre you looking for a diverse and dynamic educational role where no two days are ever the same?Can you adapt quickly to different subjects, age groups, and classroom environments?Are you seeking a full-time position that offers a definitive, exciting start this September?About the RoleThis is a full-time temp to perm Cover Supervisor position starting this September. The role is ideal for an adaptable, resilient, and confident individual tasked with managi
- Are you looking to secure a rewarding classroom role in one of Leeds' most sought-after residential suburbs?Do you want to work alongside an experienced, collaborative teaching team that will nurture your career?Are you ready to make a tangible, daily difference in the academic confidence of primary pupils?About the SchoolSituated in the desirable North West Leeds suburb of Horsforth (LS18), this popular primary school enjoys an incredible reputation for iAre you looking to secure a rewarding classroom role in one of Leeds' most sought-after residential suburbs?Do you want to work alongside an experienced, collaborative teaching team that will nurture your career?Are you ready to make a tangible, daily difference in the academic confidence of primary pupils?About the SchoolSituated in the desirable North West Leeds suburb of Horsforth (LS18), this popular primary school enjoys an incredible reputation for i
- Have you been searching for a supportive, forward-thinking department that prioritises both pupil progress and teacher well-being? Are you eager to step into a structured, full-time role this September that offers long-term career stability? Can you inspire a love for problem-solving in students of all learning abilities?About the RoleThis is a Fixed Term/Maternity Cover for a dedicated and ambitious Mathematics Teacher to take on a full-time role startingHave you been searching for a supportive, forward-thinking department that prioritises both pupil progress and teacher well-being? Are you eager to step into a structured, full-time role this September that offers long-term career stability? Can you inspire a love for problem-solving in students of all learning abilities?About the RoleThis is a Fixed Term/Maternity Cover for a dedicated and ambitious Mathematics Teacher to take on a full-time role starting
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education jobs
The education sector in Wakefield is a major public employer with an ongoing demand for skilled staff across schools and colleges. Career opportunities exist for roles like a special educational needs teacher and teaching assistant, focusing on raising the district’s skill base. This field offers motivated professionals fulfilling education jobs in Wakefield. Learn more about roles such as teaching assistants, cover supervisors and special educational needs teachers.
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construction jobs
The construction industry is consistently active in Wakefield, driven by new housing developments and major infrastructure and refurbishment projects. Opportunities are available for site managers, skilled trades, and specialist roles like construction manager, supporting the area’s continuous growth. This sector is a robust source of construction jobs in Wakefield. Learn more about roles such as social worker, care assistant and support worker.
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Social care is a significant employer in Wakefield, with strong demand for compassionate and qualified professionals to support public health and community services. Roles span from support workers to care managers, addressing the growing needs of the district’s population. Finding social care jobs in Wakefield offers paths into impactful community work. Learn more about roles such as labourer, building surveyor and construction project manager.
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Wakefield's economy, with its focus on logistics and manufacturing, provides increasing graduate jobs and schemes in technical and management-focused roles. Graduates looking for structured entry can find opportunities in areas like engineering, logistics, and professional services. These pathways are designed to help ambitious individuals build a successful career in Wakefield. Learn more about roles Randstad can support with.
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Working in Wakefield is characterised by a strong presence in logistics and manufacturing, with a growing focus on professional and technical skills development. The city benefits from excellent transport links and a lower unemployment rate than the regional average.
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what job opportunities are there in wakefield?
Job opportunities are strong in logistics and distribution due to the city's central location. Other major sectors providing many jobs in Wakefield include manufacturing, health and social care, and education.
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which jobs are most in demand in wakefield?
Jobs most in demand are typically in the health and social care sectors, specifically for care workers and support staff, and within education for teaching professionals. There is also a continuous need for skilled construction workers.
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which careers are easiest to start in wakefield?
Careers easiest to start are often found in the logistics and warehousing sector, or in customer-facing roles. Entry-level opportunities also exist through graduate schemes and as a teaching assistant in local schools.
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which field has the most job opportunities in wakefield?
The field with the most job opportunities is the public sector, with health and social care being the single largest employer in Wakefield. This is closely followed by the high volume of employment in wholesale/retail trade.