- Senior Social Worker - Children in Care ServiceWakefield Children in Care Service is seeking an experienced and dedicated Locum Senior Social Worker to join our committed and supportive team. This is an excellent opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of children and young people who are looked after or subject to care proceedings.As a Senior Social Worker, you will play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality safeguarding and care planninSenior Social Worker - Children in Care ServiceWakefield Children in Care Service is seeking an experienced and dedicated Locum Senior Social Worker to join our committed and supportive team. This is an excellent opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of children and young people who are looked after or subject to care proceedings.As a Senior Social Worker, you will play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality safeguarding and care plannin
- Entry-level Sales ExecutiveThis leading, innovative technology enterprise have an exciting job opportunity for enthusiastic and dynamic candidates! They're searching for ambitious entry-level Sales Executives to join their team! You need a degree, and to be motivated by money and engaging with people!Specialists in their field, our client pride themselves on providing the best possible experience for their customers, offering innovative, integration systemEntry-level Sales ExecutiveThis leading, innovative technology enterprise have an exciting job opportunity for enthusiastic and dynamic candidates! They're searching for ambitious entry-level Sales Executives to join their team! You need a degree, and to be motivated by money and engaging with people!Specialists in their field, our client pride themselves on providing the best possible experience for their customers, offering innovative, integration system
- Job Title: Graduate Scheme - Business Development (Commercial)Salary: £k basic salary/ with £k 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 ofJob Title: Graduate Scheme - Business Development (Commercial)Salary: £k basic salary/ with £k 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 of
- Entry-level Sales ExecutiveThis leading, innovative technology enterprise have an exciting job opportunity for enthusiastic and dynamic candidates! They're searching for ambitious entry-level Sales Executives to join their team! You need a degree, and to be motivated by money and engaging with people!Specialists in their field, our client pride themselves on providing the best possible experience for their customers, offering innovative, integration systemEntry-level Sales ExecutiveThis leading, innovative technology enterprise have an exciting job opportunity for enthusiastic and dynamic candidates! They're searching for ambitious entry-level Sales Executives to join their team! You need a degree, and to be motivated by money and engaging with people!Specialists in their field, our client pride themselves on providing the best possible experience for their customers, offering innovative, integration system
- 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
- Do you have the skills to inspire and engage students? Can you command a classroom with confidence and enthusiasm? Are you a quick thinker, able to adapt to any situation?The RoleWe are seeking a dedicated and proactive Cover Supervisor to join a vibrant and inclusive school in Wakefield. This is a full-time, long-term position with an immediate start, offering a fantastic opportunity for an individual who is passionate about education. As a Cover SupervisDo you have the skills to inspire and engage students? Can you command a classroom with confidence and enthusiasm? Are you a quick thinker, able to adapt to any situation?The RoleWe are seeking a dedicated and proactive Cover Supervisor to join a vibrant and inclusive school in Wakefield. This is a full-time, long-term position with an immediate start, offering a fantastic opportunity for an individual who is passionate about education. As a Cover Supervis
- Do you have the presence to command a classroom and inspire respect?Do you believe that every child, regardless of their background, deserves an exceptional education?Can you maintain high expectations while building supportive relationships with teenagers?The RoleAs a Cover Supervisor, you are the backbone of the daily school operation. You will be an active presence, delivering high-quality lessons and interventions under the guidance of senior staff. WhDo you have the presence to command a classroom and inspire respect?Do you believe that every child, regardless of their background, deserves an exceptional education?Can you maintain high expectations while building supportive relationships with teenagers?The RoleAs a Cover Supervisor, you are the backbone of the daily school operation. You will be an active presence, delivering high-quality lessons and interventions under the guidance of senior staff. Wh
- Are you passionate about breaking down barriers to education?Is your teaching style as adaptable as the students you support?Do you want to work where your impact is visible every single day?The RoleThis is a full-time English Teacher position starting ASAP. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering English GCSE and Functional Skills to learners aged 11-16. These students often have Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) or high needs,Are you passionate about breaking down barriers to education?Is your teaching style as adaptable as the students you support?Do you want to work where your impact is visible every single day?The RoleThis is a full-time English Teacher position starting ASAP. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering English GCSE and Functional Skills to learners aged 11-16. These students often have Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) or high needs,
- Support Worker Opportunity - Scotland's IslandsAre you an experienced Support Worker with at least 2 years of UK-based care experience? Are you looking for a full-time contract role with the opportunity to earn up to £10,000 over 3 months?We are recruiting dedicated Support Workers to work on a contract basis across a variety of Scotland's beautiful offshore islands. This role involves supporting adults in care-at-home or residential settings and offers exSupport Worker Opportunity - Scotland's IslandsAre you an experienced Support Worker with at least 2 years of UK-based care experience? Are you looking for a full-time contract role with the opportunity to earn up to £10,000 over 3 months?We are recruiting dedicated Support Workers to work on a contract basis across a variety of Scotland's beautiful offshore islands. This role involves supporting adults in care-at-home or residential settings and offers ex
- Have you ever wondered what it would be like to reclaim your Sunday evenings? Are you searching for a teaching role that offers variety across the best schools in West Yorkshire? Is it time to put your skills to use in a way that fits your lifestyle?Randstad Education is currently recruiting adaptable and energetic Primary Teachers for our busy supply pool in Leeds. We specialise in connecting talented educators with local schools that need high-quality coHave you ever wondered what it would be like to reclaim your Sunday evenings? Are you searching for a teaching role that offers variety across the best schools in West Yorkshire? Is it time to put your skills to use in a way that fits your lifestyle?Randstad Education is currently recruiting adaptable and energetic Primary Teachers for our busy supply pool in Leeds. We specialise in connecting talented educators with local schools that need high-quality co
- Are you looking for a role that offers a fresh start in a different school every day? Do you want the freedom to manage your own schedule while making a real impact on local students? Could your presence be the vital support that helps a teacher deliver an outstanding lesson?Randstad Education is searching for adaptable and proactive Classroom Support Assistants for supply opportunities across a wide range of primary and secondary schools in Leeds. WhetherAre you looking for a role that offers a fresh start in a different school every day? Do you want the freedom to manage your own schedule while making a real impact on local students? Could your presence be the vital support that helps a teacher deliver an outstanding lesson?Randstad Education is searching for adaptable and proactive Classroom Support Assistants for supply opportunities across a wide range of primary and secondary schools in Leeds. Whether
- Are you looking for a rewarding role that offers a fresh challenge every single day? Do you want the flexibility to work across a variety of primary and secondary schools in Leeds? Could your support be the turning point that helps a child overcome their barriers to learning?Randstad Education is seeking empathetic, resilient, and dedicated Learning Support Assistants (LSAs) for supply opportunities throughout Leeds. We work with mainstream schools and speAre you looking for a rewarding role that offers a fresh challenge every single day? Do you want the flexibility to work across a variety of primary and secondary schools in Leeds? Could your support be the turning point that helps a child overcome their barriers to learning?Randstad Education is seeking empathetic, resilient, and dedicated Learning Support Assistants (LSAs) for supply opportunities throughout Leeds. We work with mainstream schools and spe
- Do you have the energy to keep up with the boundless curiosity of a toddler? Are you looking for a flexible role that lets you work across some of the best nurseries in Leeds? Could you be the welcoming face that makes a child's first experience of education a joyful one?Randstad Education is searching for proactive and caring Nursery Assistants for supply opportunities throughout Leeds. We work with a diverse range of settings, from private day nurseriesDo you have the energy to keep up with the boundless curiosity of a toddler? Are you looking for a flexible role that lets you work across some of the best nurseries in Leeds? Could you be the welcoming face that makes a child's first experience of education a joyful one?Randstad Education is searching for proactive and caring Nursery Assistants for supply opportunities throughout Leeds. We work with a diverse range of settings, from private day nurseries
- Are you passionate about early childhood development and the "power of play"? Do you want the freedom to work in diverse Early Years settings across Leeds without the commitment of a permanent contract? Could you be the supportive hand that helps a nursery or reception class thrive today?Randstad Education is looking for enthusiastic and patient Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Teaching Assistants for supply opportunities across a variety of primary schAre you passionate about early childhood development and the "power of play"? Do you want the freedom to work in diverse Early Years settings across Leeds without the commitment of a permanent contract? Could you be the supportive hand that helps a nursery or reception class thrive today?Randstad Education is looking for enthusiastic and patient Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Teaching Assistants for supply opportunities across a variety of primary sch
- Are you tired of the endless Sunday night lesson planning and grading? Do you crave a better work-life balance that allows you to choose when and where you work? Have you ever wanted to experience the diversity of different school environments across Leeds without being tied down to one desk?Randstad Education is looking for adaptable, energetic, and professional Supply Primary Teachers to support a variety of fantastic schools throughout the Leeds area. WAre you tired of the endless Sunday night lesson planning and grading? Do you crave a better work-life balance that allows you to choose when and where you work? Have you ever wanted to experience the diversity of different school environments across Leeds without being tied down to one desk?Randstad Education is looking for adaptable, energetic, and professional Supply Primary Teachers to support a variety of fantastic schools throughout the Leeds area. W
- Job Title: Graduate Scheme - Business Development (Commercial)Salary: £26k basic salary/ with £36k 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: £26k basic salary/ with £36k 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
- Entry-level Sales ExecutiveThis leading, innovative technology enterprise have an exciting job opportunity for enthusiastic and dynamic candidates! They're searching for ambitious entry-level Sales Executives to join their team! You need a degree, and to be motivated by money and engaging with people!Specialists in their field, our client pride themselves on providing the best possible experience for their customers, offering innovative, integration systemEntry-level Sales ExecutiveThis leading, innovative technology enterprise have an exciting job opportunity for enthusiastic and dynamic candidates! They're searching for ambitious entry-level Sales Executives to join their team! You need a degree, and to be motivated by money and engaging with people!Specialists in their field, our client pride themselves on providing the best possible experience for their customers, offering innovative, integration system
- 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 passionate about making complex geographical concepts accessible to every learner?Do you thrive in an environment where traditional values of respect meet innovative teaching?Are you looking for a role where your expertise is valued and your career growth is supported?About the RoleThe successful candidate will join a vibrant Humanities department, delivering a curriculum designed to provide students with a balanced understanding of the human and pAre you passionate about making complex geographical concepts accessible to every learner?Do you thrive in an environment where traditional values of respect meet innovative teaching?Are you looking for a role where your expertise is valued and your career growth is supported?About the RoleThe successful candidate will join a vibrant Humanities department, delivering a curriculum designed to provide students with a balanced understanding of the human and p
- We are partnering exclusively with a leading business services provider, in their search for an Interim Accounting Analyst. This is a 3-month temporary role (with a high likelihood of extension) based in Leeds offering a hybrid working model (3 days in office) and a day rate between £220 to £240 per day via umbrella.The RoleYou will provide immediate capacity to a busy finance team supporting a large public sector contract. This is a hands-on, proactive rWe are partnering exclusively with a leading business services provider, in their search for an Interim Accounting Analyst. This is a 3-month temporary role (with a high likelihood of extension) based in Leeds offering a hybrid working model (3 days in office) and a day rate between £220 to £240 per day via umbrella.The RoleYou will provide immediate capacity to a busy finance team supporting a large public sector contract. This is a hands-on, proactive r
- Customer Success Manager Our client's broad range of best-in-class supply chain solutions goes beyond software. Their comprehensive offering makes them the leading supplier of fully integrated digitised processes and automation solutions, within financial/fintech markets. They're now looking for ambitious, customer-led candidates, with commercial acumen and excellent communication skills, to continue to further relationships and build revenue with existingCustomer Success Manager Our client's broad range of best-in-class supply chain solutions goes beyond software. Their comprehensive offering makes them the leading supplier of fully integrated digitised processes and automation solutions, within financial/fintech markets. They're now looking for ambitious, customer-led candidates, with commercial acumen and excellent communication skills, to continue to further relationships and build revenue with existing
- Senior HR Advisor Required - LeedsMy client have over 30 years of expertise in Civil Engineering and delivering excellence, receiving consistent, outstanding client feedback. They are looking for a Senior HR Advisor with a strong background in Human Resources, and strong knowledge of UK employment law and best practices to join their team.Role Brief:The Senior HR Advisor will support our team with a range of HR projects with a strong focus on recruitment pSenior HR Advisor Required - LeedsMy client have over 30 years of expertise in Civil Engineering and delivering excellence, receiving consistent, outstanding client feedback. They are looking for a Senior HR Advisor with a strong background in Human Resources, and strong knowledge of UK employment law and best practices to join their team.Role Brief:The Senior HR Advisor will support our team with a range of HR projects with a strong focus on recruitment p
- Entry-level Sales ExecutiveThis leading, innovative technology enterprise have an exciting job opportunity for enthusiastic and dynamic candidates! They're searching for ambitious entry-level Sales Executives to join their team! You need a degree, and to be motivated by money and engaging with people!Specialists in their field, our client pride themselves on providing the best possible experience for their customers, offering innovative, integration systemEntry-level Sales ExecutiveThis leading, innovative technology enterprise have an exciting job opportunity for enthusiastic and dynamic candidates! They're searching for ambitious entry-level Sales Executives to join their team! You need a degree, and to be motivated by money and engaging with people!Specialists in their field, our client pride themselves on providing the best possible experience for their customers, offering innovative, integration system
- Do you crave a teaching environment where community, faith, and academic excellence walk hand-in-hand?Can you bridge the gap between complex grammatical structures and real-world communication?Do you believe that every child has a story worth telling and the potential to tell it brilliantly?About the RoleThis is a full-time English Teacher position starting ASAP for a passionate educator ready to make an immediate impact. The successful candidate will be rDo you crave a teaching environment where community, faith, and academic excellence walk hand-in-hand?Can you bridge the gap between complex grammatical structures and real-world communication?Do you believe that every child has a story worth telling and the potential to tell it brilliantly?About the RoleThis is a full-time English Teacher position starting ASAP for a passionate educator ready to make an immediate impact. The successful candidate will be r
- Are you seeking a role where your expertise is valued and your professional growth is a priority?Is your teaching style a perfect blend of high expectations and unwavering support? Are you ready to start a new chapter in your career immediately?About the RoleThis is a full-time position for a dedicated Mathematics Teacher, starting ASAP. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering high-quality lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4, with potentiAre you seeking a role where your expertise is valued and your professional growth is a priority?Is your teaching style a perfect blend of high expectations and unwavering support? Are you ready to start a new chapter in your career immediately?About the RoleThis is a full-time position for a dedicated Mathematics Teacher, starting ASAP. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering high-quality lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4, with potenti
- Do you have the quiet confidence to lead a room of focused students?Could you be the reassuring face a student sees before their most important exam?Do you pride yourself on a level of reliability that a school can depend on daily?About the RoleThis is an essential, full-time position focused on the smooth and secure delivery of the summer examination series. Starting just after the Easter break, the role requires an individual to act as the formal invigilDo you have the quiet confidence to lead a room of focused students?Could you be the reassuring face a student sees before their most important exam?Do you pride yourself on a level of reliability that a school can depend on daily?About the RoleThis is an essential, full-time position focused on the smooth and secure delivery of the summer examination series. Starting just after the Easter break, the role requires an individual to act as the formal invigil
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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.