- 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 Opportunity: Social Worker - Learning Disabilities TeamLocation: Leeds, West YorkshireHourly Rate: £28.00 per hourContract Type: Locum / ContractAbout the RoleWe are looking for a passionate and dedicated Social Worker to join a supportive and fast-paced Learning Disabilities Team in Leeds. In this highly rewarding role, you will work closely with adults with learning disabilities, their families, and carers to promote independence, wellbeing, and sociJob Opportunity: Social Worker - Learning Disabilities TeamLocation: Leeds, West YorkshireHourly Rate: £28.00 per hourContract Type: Locum / ContractAbout the RoleWe are looking for a passionate and dedicated Social Worker to join a supportive and fast-paced Learning Disabilities Team in Leeds. In this highly rewarding role, you will work closely with adults with learning disabilities, their families, and carers to promote independence, wellbeing, and soci
- 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
- 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 a detail-oriented professional with a passion for precision? We are currently seeking a highly skilled and motivated CAD Draftsperson to join our clients team. Responsibilities:Develop and maintain accurate building information models and technical drawings.Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure design specifications are met with the highest standards of quality.Analyse project requirements to produce efficient and creative drafting solAre you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for precision? We are currently seeking a highly skilled and motivated CAD Draftsperson to join our clients team. Responsibilities:Develop and maintain accurate building information models and technical drawings.Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure design specifications are met with the highest standards of quality.Analyse project requirements to produce efficient and creative drafting sol
- Empower Young Lives - Specialist Therapeutic Foster CarerDo you have the deep empathy, patience, and professional resilience to reshape the future of a vulnerable child? If you are an experienced care, education, or healthcare professional looking for a deeply rewarding way to utilise your expertise, this opportunity is designed for you.At Randstad, the team is currently partnering with a UK leading fostering charity to support an innovative, life changingEmpower Young Lives - Specialist Therapeutic Foster CarerDo you have the deep empathy, patience, and professional resilience to reshape the future of a vulnerable child? If you are an experienced care, education, or healthcare professional looking for a deeply rewarding way to utilise your expertise, this opportunity is designed for you.At Randstad, the team is currently partnering with a UK leading fostering charity to support an innovative, life changing
- Locum Children's Social Workers - Child Looked After (CLA Team x2)Location: Leeds, West YorkshireAuthority: Leeds City CouncilPay Rate: £30.74 per hour (Umbrella)Contract: Full-Time (Ongoing locum contract)Sector: Children's Services / Looked After Children (CLA / LAC)Are you a dedicated Children's Social Worker passionate about delivering relational, high-quality care planning for children in care?Leeds City Council is currently recruiting two experiencedLocum Children's Social Workers - Child Looked After (CLA Team x2)Location: Leeds, West YorkshireAuthority: Leeds City CouncilPay Rate: £30.74 per hour (Umbrella)Contract: Full-Time (Ongoing locum contract)Sector: Children's Services / Looked After Children (CLA / LAC)Are you a dedicated Children's Social Worker passionate about delivering relational, high-quality care planning for children in care?Leeds City Council is currently recruiting two experienced
- Are you looking for a full-time teaching role that offers structured progression and a fresh start this coming September? Can you maintain high expectations while delivering a deeply inclusive and creative curriculum? Is it time to take the next rewarding step in your educational career? The RoleA highly motivated and enthusiastic Design & Technology Teacher is required for a full-time position starting in September. This third-person role involves deliverAre you looking for a full-time teaching role that offers structured progression and a fresh start this coming September? Can you maintain high expectations while delivering a deeply inclusive and creative curriculum? Is it time to take the next rewarding step in your educational career? The RoleA highly motivated and enthusiastic Design & Technology Teacher is required for a full-time position starting in September. This third-person role involves deliver
- Supervising Social Worker - Fostering ServiceLocation: Barnsley, South YorkshireAuthority: Barnsley Metropolitan Borough CouncilPay Rate: £35.00 per hour (Umbrella)Contract: Full-Time (Locum cover for long-term sick leave)Start Date: ASAP (Immediate Start)Are you an experienced Fostering Social Worker looking for an immediate locum placement in South Yorkshire?Barnsley Council is currently seeking an experienced Supervisory Social Worker to join their FostSupervising Social Worker - Fostering ServiceLocation: Barnsley, South YorkshireAuthority: Barnsley Metropolitan Borough CouncilPay Rate: £35.00 per hour (Umbrella)Contract: Full-Time (Locum cover for long-term sick leave)Start Date: ASAP (Immediate Start)Are you an experienced Fostering Social Worker looking for an immediate locum placement in South Yorkshire?Barnsley Council is currently seeking an experienced Supervisory Social Worker to join their Fost
- Locum Social Work Team Manager - Children's ServicesLocation: Farnley Park Hall, LeedsAuthority: Leeds City CouncilPay Rate: £40.00 per hour (Umbrella)Working Pattern: Mainly Office-Based (Flexible home-working options available)Contract: Full-Time (Ongoing locum contract)Sector: Children & Families / Area Social Work TeamAre you an experienced, motivated Social Work Manager looking to lead a dedicated statutory team within an ambitious Children's ServicesLocum Social Work Team Manager - Children's ServicesLocation: Farnley Park Hall, LeedsAuthority: Leeds City CouncilPay Rate: £40.00 per hour (Umbrella)Working Pattern: Mainly Office-Based (Flexible home-working options available)Contract: Full-Time (Ongoing locum contract)Sector: Children & Families / Area Social Work TeamAre you an experienced, motivated Social Work Manager looking to lead a dedicated statutory team within an ambitious Children's Services
- Are you passionate about inspiring young minds to explore belief, ethics, and worldviews?Do you value a workplace where teachers can truly teach and students are eager to learn?Are you eager to work with fully resourced, high-quality schemes of learning from day one?About the RoleThis full-time RE teaching role involves delivering engaging, high-quality Religious Education lessons across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4. The successful candidate will foster deeAre you passionate about inspiring young minds to explore belief, ethics, and worldviews?Do you value a workplace where teachers can truly teach and students are eager to learn?Are you eager to work with fully resourced, high-quality schemes of learning from day one?About the RoleThis full-time RE teaching role involves delivering engaging, high-quality Religious Education lessons across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4. The successful candidate will foster dee
- Are you looking for a vibrant full-time teaching opportunity starting this September? Could you deliver dynamic, hands-on lessons across Resistant Materials, Food Preparation, and Textiles? Do you thrive in an inclusive urban secondary school that actively celebrates diversity and continuous improvement? About the RoleThis is an exciting, full-time temporary position starting in September 2026. The successful candidate will teach Design & Technology acrossAre you looking for a vibrant full-time teaching opportunity starting this September? Could you deliver dynamic, hands-on lessons across Resistant Materials, Food Preparation, and Textiles? Do you thrive in an inclusive urban secondary school that actively celebrates diversity and continuous improvement? About the RoleThis is an exciting, full-time temporary position starting in September 2026. The successful candidate will teach Design & Technology across
- My high profile tier one civil engineering client is looking for an experienced senior quantity surveyor to join their established team in Sheffield.This is the perfect opportunity for individuals to carve out a long-term career and leave a legacy within an established company.As a Senior Quantity Surveyor within the Commercial team, you will be working on the Reactive & Small Scheme Framework. Candidate Responsibilities:Take commercial responsibility forMy high profile tier one civil engineering client is looking for an experienced senior quantity surveyor to join their established team in Sheffield.This is the perfect opportunity for individuals to carve out a long-term career and leave a legacy within an established company.As a Senior Quantity Surveyor within the Commercial team, you will be working on the Reactive & Small Scheme Framework. Candidate Responsibilities:Take commercial responsibility for
- Senior Social Worker - Locality Team (Children's Services)Location: Wakefield, West YorkshireRole: Senior Social Worker (Children's Services)Team: Locality TeamPay Rate: £35.00 per hour (Umbrella)Working Pattern: Hybrid working (flexible home-working split to be negotiated)Caseload: Manageable capped caseloads of ~24 children per Social WorkerContract: Full-Time (Ongoing locum contract)Are you an experienced Senior Social Worker seeking a rewarding statutoSenior Social Worker - Locality Team (Children's Services)Location: Wakefield, West YorkshireRole: Senior Social Worker (Children's Services)Team: Locality TeamPay Rate: £35.00 per hour (Umbrella)Working Pattern: Hybrid working (flexible home-working split to be negotiated)Caseload: Manageable capped caseloads of ~24 children per Social WorkerContract: Full-Time (Ongoing locum contract)Are you an experienced Senior Social Worker seeking a rewarding statuto
- Are you looking for an exciting new challenge in secondary education?Are you skilled in maintaining workshop tools and equipment?Do you thrive in a supportive, fast-paced educational environment?About the RoleThe DT Technician will play a crucial role in supporting the daily operations of the Design & Technology department. Working closely with teaching staff, the post holder will ensure all workshop machinery, tools, and digital technology are prepped, saAre you looking for an exciting new challenge in secondary education?Are you skilled in maintaining workshop tools and equipment?Do you thrive in a supportive, fast-paced educational environment?About the RoleThe DT Technician will play a crucial role in supporting the daily operations of the Design & Technology department. Working closely with teaching staff, the post holder will ensure all workshop machinery, tools, and digital technology are prepped, sa
- I am working with one of my clients who are looking for a reliable cleaner to join their team in Leeds.We need someone who has high standards in cleaning and Basic DBSPay: £12.71Location: : LS1 2RPShift : 3pm - 6:30 pm Contract: Aug 20th - Sep 30th 2026Duties involve:General cleaning of buildingHoover, dusting, and moppingMake sure everything is cleanRequired experience - Must have cleaning experience and BASIC DBSIf this is something you, or anyone you kI am working with one of my clients who are looking for a reliable cleaner to join their team in Leeds.We need someone who has high standards in cleaning and Basic DBSPay: £12.71Location: : LS1 2RPShift : 3pm - 6:30 pm Contract: Aug 20th - Sep 30th 2026Duties involve:General cleaning of buildingHoover, dusting, and moppingMake sure everything is cleanRequired experience - Must have cleaning experience and BASIC DBSIf this is something you, or anyone you k
- Children's Occupational Therapist - Disability TeamAre you a dedicated healthcare professional with a passion for paediatric care? We are currently seeking an experienced Locum Children's Occupational Therapist to join a specialised Disability Team in the Leeds area. In this role, you will manage a complex caseload, providing essential support to children with diverse physical and behavioural needs. This is an excellent opportunity to make a tangible diffeChildren's Occupational Therapist - Disability TeamAre you a dedicated healthcare professional with a passion for paediatric care? We are currently seeking an experienced Locum Children's Occupational Therapist to join a specialised Disability Team in the Leeds area. In this role, you will manage a complex caseload, providing essential support to children with diverse physical and behavioural needs. This is an excellent opportunity to make a tangible diffe
- Flat Roofers & Roofer's Mates neededOngoing work around Leeds£18 - £25/ Hour CIS Must be able to access leeds and hold Blue CSCS Apply here or call 07920708004 Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reFlat Roofers & Roofer's Mates neededOngoing work around Leeds£18 - £25/ Hour CIS Must be able to access leeds and hold Blue CSCS Apply here or call 07920708004 Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss re
- Salary: Up to £50,000 per annum + £4,200 travel allowance Portfolio: 13 commercial sites Hybrid role - 3 days on-site/office and 2 WFH The roleResponsible for managing the delivery of an effective and compliant facilities management service through in-house staff, suppliers and consultants, across hard and soft services, across a regional portfolio of propertiesResponsibilities* Prepare, monitor and reconcile service charge budgets* Check and approvSalary: Up to £50,000 per annum + £4,200 travel allowance Portfolio: 13 commercial sites Hybrid role - 3 days on-site/office and 2 WFH The roleResponsible for managing the delivery of an effective and compliant facilities management service through in-house staff, suppliers and consultants, across hard and soft services, across a regional portfolio of propertiesResponsibilities* Prepare, monitor and reconcile service charge budgets* Check and approv
- Do you have experience in Children's services?Do you want to be part of a welcoming and experienced team?Or are looking to step up to be a Senior Social Worker? Barnsley Council are looking to recruit a social worker to support their Children and Young People service. The contract will be for an initial 3-6 months with potential for extension subject to internal circumstance and performance.Competitive rate of £40 per hour available.Responsible for:-AssessDo you have experience in Children's services?Do you want to be part of a welcoming and experienced team?Or are looking to step up to be a Senior Social Worker? Barnsley Council are looking to recruit a social worker to support their Children and Young People service. The contract will be for an initial 3-6 months with potential for extension subject to internal circumstance and performance.Competitive rate of £40 per hour available.Responsible for:-Assess
- Wakefield Council is seeking a dedicated and experienced Children in Need Social Worker to join our dynamic team. This role involves working with children and families to provide support, manage risk, and ensure the safety and well-being of children in need.Key Responsibilities:Conducting thorough assessments of children and familiesDeveloping and implementing care plans and interventionsManaging a caseload of children in needCollaborating with multi-agencWakefield Council is seeking a dedicated and experienced Children in Need Social Worker to join our dynamic team. This role involves working with children and families to provide support, manage risk, and ensure the safety and well-being of children in need.Key Responsibilities:Conducting thorough assessments of children and familiesDeveloping and implementing care plans and interventionsManaging a caseload of children in needCollaborating with multi-agenc
- We are looking for a dedicated and dynamic Locality Social Worker to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for supporting individuals and families within their community, providing comprehensive case management, and working collaboratively with other professionals. This role requires excellent communication skills, a strong understanding of social work principles, and the ability to manage a diverse caseload effectively. Up to £35 per hourWe are looking for a dedicated and dynamic Locality Social Worker to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for supporting individuals and families within their community, providing comprehensive case management, and working collaboratively with other professionals. This role requires excellent communication skills, a strong understanding of social work principles, and the ability to manage a diverse caseload effectively. Up to £35 per hour
- Do you want to be part of a well established team?Do you have experience working with children?If the answer was yes we are supporting Leeds City Council's Child Protection Team who are looking for a Qualified Social Worker. Competitive rates on offer, up to £35 per hour for the right candidate.Responsible for:-Working with children on the child protection register, looked after children and children in need-Attending court-Assessments and Core AssessmentsDo you want to be part of a well established team?Do you have experience working with children?If the answer was yes we are supporting Leeds City Council's Child Protection Team who are looking for a Qualified Social Worker. Competitive rates on offer, up to £35 per hour for the right candidate.Responsible for:-Working with children on the child protection register, looked after children and children in need-Attending court-Assessments and Core Assessments
- Therapeutic Foster Carer Are you looking to shake up your professional routine while making a massive, lasting impact on a young person's life? We're looking to speak with passionate people with a background in social care, education, youth work, or clinical health to join our supportive community as a Therapeutic Foster Carer. This is an amazing chance to use your professional expertise to provide a safe, nurturing home for children who need it most. WhatTherapeutic Foster Carer Are you looking to shake up your professional routine while making a massive, lasting impact on a young person's life? We're looking to speak with passionate people with a background in social care, education, youth work, or clinical health to join our supportive community as a Therapeutic Foster Carer. This is an amazing chance to use your professional expertise to provide a safe, nurturing home for children who need it most. What
- Are you passionate about making a real difference in young people's lives?Do you excel at building strong, positive relationships with pupils and staff alike?Are you ready to deliver impactful small-group interventions?About the RoleRandstad Education is seeking a dedicated Inclusion Support Worker to join a forward-thinking secondary setting in Leeds this September 2026. This full-time position plays a crucial role in removing learning barriers and promotAre you passionate about making a real difference in young people's lives?Do you excel at building strong, positive relationships with pupils and staff alike?Are you ready to deliver impactful small-group interventions?About the RoleRandstad Education is seeking a dedicated Inclusion Support Worker to join a forward-thinking secondary setting in Leeds this September 2026. This full-time position plays a crucial role in removing learning barriers and promot
- Are you an energetic KS1 practitioner looking for consistent, short-term supply placements across Leeds?Do you want the variety of teaching in different local schools while building valuable relationships with leadership teams?Are you eager to work alongside a global recruitment leader that priorities your career and wellbeing?Key RequirementsQualified Teacher Status (QTS).Proven UK teaching experience in Key Stage 1 with a track record of driving pupil enAre you an energetic KS1 practitioner looking for consistent, short-term supply placements across Leeds?Do you want the variety of teaching in different local schools while building valuable relationships with leadership teams?Are you eager to work alongside a global recruitment leader that priorities your career and wellbeing?Key RequirementsQualified Teacher Status (QTS).Proven UK teaching experience in Key Stage 1 with a track record of driving pupil en
- Are you looking for Key Stage 1 teaching roles in Leeds that give you complete control over your work-life balance?Do you thrive on inspiring young learners through early literacy and numeracy without the burden of endless paperwork?Are you ready to join a supportive agency that values your expertise and fits around your availability?Key RequirementsQualified Teacher Status (QTS) or recognised UK equivalent.Essential UK teaching experience within Key StageAre you looking for Key Stage 1 teaching roles in Leeds that give you complete control over your work-life balance?Do you thrive on inspiring young learners through early literacy and numeracy without the burden of endless paperwork?Are you ready to join a supportive agency that values your expertise and fits around your availability?Key RequirementsQualified Teacher Status (QTS) or recognised UK equivalent.Essential UK teaching experience within Key Stage
- Are you a passionate EYFS practitioner searching for your next permanent teaching position in Leeds?Do you want to bypass lengthy application forms and let a dedicated specialist introduce you directly to hiring schools?Are you ready to join a collaborative primary team where you can make a long-term impact on early education?Key RequirementsQualified Teacher Status (QTS).Substantial UK teaching experience within Reception or Nursery settings.Passion for cAre you a passionate EYFS practitioner searching for your next permanent teaching position in Leeds?Do you want to bypass lengthy application forms and let a dedicated specialist introduce you directly to hiring schools?Are you ready to join a collaborative primary team where you can make a long-term impact on early education?Key RequirementsQualified Teacher Status (QTS).Substantial UK teaching experience within Reception or Nursery settings.Passion for c
- Are you an ambitious Early Years teacher looking for a stable, long-term post in a welcoming Leeds school?Do you want to shape young minds across an entire academic term without the stress of constant job hunting?Are you eager to work with a leading education partner that supports your career progression every step of the way?Key RequirementsQualified Teacher Status (QTS) with a primary or Early Years specialisation.Proven track record of UK classroom expeAre you an ambitious Early Years teacher looking for a stable, long-term post in a welcoming Leeds school?Do you want to shape young minds across an entire academic term without the stress of constant job hunting?Are you eager to work with a leading education partner that supports your career progression every step of the way?Key RequirementsQualified Teacher Status (QTS) with a primary or Early Years specialisation.Proven track record of UK classroom expe
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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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graduate jobs and schemes
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.