- Can you manage complex logistics while keeping the needs of students at heart?Are you looking for a temporary role where your skills will be instantly valued?Can you adapt to sudden changes in timetabling?About the RoleThe Exam Manager is a pivotal figure within the secondary school environment. This temporary role is responsible for the end-to-end administration of all internal and external examinations. From the initial registration of candidates to theCan you manage complex logistics while keeping the needs of students at heart?Are you looking for a temporary role where your skills will be instantly valued?Can you adapt to sudden changes in timetabling?About the RoleThe Exam Manager is a pivotal figure within the secondary school environment. This temporary role is responsible for the end-to-end administration of all internal and external examinations. From the initial registration of candidates to the
- Do you believe that education is the key to improving animal welfare standards?Can you transform a classroom into a hub of scientific discovery and practical excellence?Do you possess the drive to lead KS5 students through the complexities of animal biology?About the RoleThis full-time position focuses on delivering high-quality vocational training to Key Stage 5 (KS5) students. The successful candidate will be responsible for bridging the gap between acadDo you believe that education is the key to improving animal welfare standards?Can you transform a classroom into a hub of scientific discovery and practical excellence?Do you possess the drive to lead KS5 students through the complexities of animal biology?About the RoleThis full-time position focuses on delivering high-quality vocational training to Key Stage 5 (KS5) students. The successful candidate will be responsible for bridging the gap between acad
- Engineering Manager RequiredLeeds or London basedThe Engineering Manager will be responsible for the following:Lead and manage engineering activities ensuring safe, compliant, and integrated design and delivery.Act as the Contractors Engineering Manager under Network Rail governance, coordinating multidisciplinary design including civils, structures, MEP, rail systems, and interfaces with operations.Provide technical leadership with a strong civil engineerEngineering Manager RequiredLeeds or London basedThe Engineering Manager will be responsible for the following:Lead and manage engineering activities ensuring safe, compliant, and integrated design and delivery.Act as the Contractors Engineering Manager under Network Rail governance, coordinating multidisciplinary design including civils, structures, MEP, rail systems, and interfaces with operations.Provide technical leadership with a strong civil engineer
- Entry Level Graduate Scheme (Sales, Customer Service and Account Management) Location: Graduate? Ambitious? Ready to launch your career?Fact 1: Many grads enter careers unrelated to their degree.Fact 2: It's a candidate-driven market, opportunities are endless!Fact 3: This could be your best career move yet.At Pareto, we offer entry-level graduate schemes with award-winning training, top-tier companies, and fast-track career growth. Enjoy great packages, fEntry Level Graduate Scheme (Sales, Customer Service and Account Management) Location: Graduate? Ambitious? Ready to launch your career?Fact 1: Many grads enter careers unrelated to their degree.Fact 2: It's a candidate-driven market, opportunities are endless!Fact 3: This could be your best career move yet.At Pareto, we offer entry-level graduate schemes with award-winning training, top-tier companies, and fast-track career growth. Enjoy great packages, f
- 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
- 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
- Our client: An innovative, dynamic recruitment company are on the lookout for ambitious graduates to join their team as a Graduate Recruiters. This multi-award winning company boast a lively atmosphere in a sought after location. With offices across the globe, there are myriad opportunities for progression both across the UK and around the world! Your role: Your role is made up of several different responsibilities, namely providing customers and clients rOur client: An innovative, dynamic recruitment company are on the lookout for ambitious graduates to join their team as a Graduate Recruiters. This multi-award winning company boast a lively atmosphere in a sought after location. With offices across the globe, there are myriad opportunities for progression both across the UK and around the world! Your role: Your role is made up of several different responsibilities, namely providing customers and clients r
- *This is an entry-level opportunity*Our client helps people and organisations worldwide to unleash their sales potential. They do this by helping organisations to hire great sales talent and to develop that sales talent in line with their core business objectives. We help candidates access top-notch sales opportunities and make sure they get the best start possible in their career.What You'll Do:The Junior Recruitment Consultant route can lead through many*This is an entry-level opportunity*Our client helps people and organisations worldwide to unleash their sales potential. They do this by helping organisations to hire great sales talent and to develop that sales talent in line with their core business objectives. We help candidates access top-notch sales opportunities and make sure they get the best start possible in their career.What You'll Do:The Junior Recruitment Consultant route can lead through many
- Are you looking for a fulfilling role where your expertise truly matters?Would you thrive in a supportive Leeds-based school community?Are you available to begin a rewarding maternity cover this March?The RoleThis is an exciting opportunity for a Geography Specialist to join a vibrant secondary school in Leeds. As a full-time member of the faculty (5 days a week), the successful candidate will be responsible for delivering high-quality Geography lessons acAre you looking for a fulfilling role where your expertise truly matters?Would you thrive in a supportive Leeds-based school community?Are you available to begin a rewarding maternity cover this March?The RoleThis is an exciting opportunity for a Geography Specialist to join a vibrant secondary school in Leeds. As a full-time member of the faculty (5 days a week), the successful candidate will be responsible for delivering high-quality Geography lessons ac
- Are you passionate about turning complex economic theories into engaging, relatable lessons?Do you have the drive to step into a thriving department and make an immediate impact?Are you looking for a role in Bradford that offers both variety and professional stability?The RoleThis is a rewarding opportunity for a Business Studies Specialist to join a dedicated secondary team in Leeds. This is a maternity cover position starting ASAP, requiring a professionAre you passionate about turning complex economic theories into engaging, relatable lessons?Do you have the drive to step into a thriving department and make an immediate impact?Are you looking for a role in Bradford that offers both variety and professional stability?The RoleThis is a rewarding opportunity for a Business Studies Specialist to join a dedicated secondary team in Leeds. This is a maternity cover position starting ASAP, requiring a profession
- 🏥 Adults Hospital Discharge Social Worker - Leeds (£35/hr)Are you an experienced and proactive Social Worker passionate about supporting adults through hospital discharge? Leeds City Council is seeking a dedicated Adults Hospital Discharge Social Worker to join their fast-paced hospital team, ensuring timely, safe, and person-centred transitions from hospital to home or care settings.🔹 Role: Adults Hospital Discharge Social Worker 🔹 Location: Leeds 🔹 R🏥 Adults Hospital Discharge Social Worker - Leeds (£35/hr)Are you an experienced and proactive Social Worker passionate about supporting adults through hospital discharge? Leeds City Council is seeking a dedicated Adults Hospital Discharge Social Worker to join their fast-paced hospital team, ensuring timely, safe, and person-centred transitions from hospital to home or care settings.🔹 Role: Adults Hospital Discharge Social Worker 🔹 Location: Leeds 🔹 R
- 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
- 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
- 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
- We are seeking social workers with experience of working in children services. The role in based in Barnsley for one of our clients. Please apply for more information. The salary is up to £44k per annum depending on experience. * Work in partnership with children and families and, through building effective relationships, to elicittheir needs and views and promote participation in decision making. Communicate effectively inhighly charged, complex or challWe are seeking social workers with experience of working in children services. The role in based in Barnsley for one of our clients. Please apply for more information. The salary is up to £44k per annum depending on experience. * Work in partnership with children and families and, through building effective relationships, to elicittheir needs and views and promote participation in decision making. Communicate effectively inhighly charged, complex or chall
- 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
- Are you a specialist in Resistant Materials or Product Design looking for a role that fits your lifestyle?Do you thrive in an environment that balances traditional values with modern innovation? Are you looking for a fresh start in a Leeds-based school that truly values its staff?About the RoleThis is a dynamic, part-time opportunity for a dedicated Design & Technology Teacher specialising in Resistant Materials (RM) and Product Design (PD). Starting immedAre you a specialist in Resistant Materials or Product Design looking for a role that fits your lifestyle?Do you thrive in an environment that balances traditional values with modern innovation? Are you looking for a fresh start in a Leeds-based school that truly values its staff?About the RoleThis is a dynamic, part-time opportunity for a dedicated Design & Technology Teacher specialising in Resistant Materials (RM) and Product Design (PD). Starting immed
- Do you have a passion for the French language that you're eager to share?Are you looking for a role that offers the perfect work-life balance?Could you be the missing piece in a modern, forward-thinking MFL department?The RoleThis is an exciting opportunity for a Part-Time French Teacher to join a highly successful secondary school in Leeds. The position is specifically for Mondays and Tuesdays, starting ASAP. The successful candidate will be responsible fDo you have a passion for the French language that you're eager to share?Are you looking for a role that offers the perfect work-life balance?Could you be the missing piece in a modern, forward-thinking MFL department?The RoleThis is an exciting opportunity for a Part-Time French Teacher to join a highly successful secondary school in Leeds. The position is specifically for Mondays and Tuesdays, starting ASAP. The successful candidate will be responsible f
- Looking for a role where no two days are the same? Can you keep a cool head when a site issue threatens to close a classroom? Why wait for the perfect opportunity when it's right in front of you?Job RoleDeliver "hands-on" reactive maintenance, from repairing broken school furniture to fixing minor leaks.Manage daily "porterage," including setting up chairs for assemblies and moving heavy deliveries safely.Ensure the school is accessible during winter via gLooking for a role where no two days are the same? Can you keep a cool head when a site issue threatens to close a classroom? Why wait for the perfect opportunity when it's right in front of you?Job RoleDeliver "hands-on" reactive maintenance, from repairing broken school furniture to fixing minor leaks.Manage daily "porterage," including setting up chairs for assemblies and moving heavy deliveries safely.Ensure the school is accessible during winter via g
- Do you have the leadership skills to manage a busy school site team effectively? Are you tired of being micro-managed and ready to take full ownership of an educational facility? Could your organisational skills transform our school grounds?Job RoleProvide strategic leadership for the site team, ensuring the campus is maintained to an "Ofsted-ready" standard at all times.Work closely with the School Business Manager (SBM) to manage the facilities budget anDo you have the leadership skills to manage a busy school site team effectively? Are you tired of being micro-managed and ready to take full ownership of an educational facility? Could your organisational skills transform our school grounds?Job RoleProvide strategic leadership for the site team, ensuring the campus is maintained to an "Ofsted-ready" standard at all times.Work closely with the School Business Manager (SBM) to manage the facilities budget an
- Are you ready to be the backbone of a thriving educational community? Do you take pride in creating a safe, welcoming space for the next generation? Why settle for a standard maintenance job when you could lead the site operations of a premier Leeds school?Job RoleAct as the primary key holder, ensuring the school is opened and secured daily to facilitate a safe learning environment.Manage a team of cleaning staff to maintain high hygiene standards, essentAre you ready to be the backbone of a thriving educational community? Do you take pride in creating a safe, welcoming space for the next generation? Why settle for a standard maintenance job when you could lead the site operations of a premier Leeds school?Job RoleAct as the primary key holder, ensuring the school is opened and secured daily to facilitate a safe learning environment.Manage a team of cleaning staff to maintain high hygiene standards, essent
- Is your technical expertise being wasted in a role without variety? Can you manage complex health and safety compliance with total confidence? Are you looking for a position where your problem-solving skills truly matter?Job RoleSpearhead the school's technical compliance by managing the online Health & Safety portal.Execute the Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) schedule, including fire alarm and emergency lighting tests.Monitor L8 Water Hygiene (LegiIs your technical expertise being wasted in a role without variety? Can you manage complex health and safety compliance with total confidence? Are you looking for a position where your problem-solving skills truly matter?Job RoleSpearhead the school's technical compliance by managing the online Health & Safety portal.Execute the Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) schedule, including fire alarm and emergency lighting tests.Monitor L8 Water Hygiene (Legi
- Are you ready to be the backbone of a thriving educational community? Do you take pride in creating a safe, welcoming space for the next generation? Why settle for a standard maintenance job when you could lead the site operations of a premier Leeds school?Job RoleAct as the primary key holder, managing the daily unlocking and securing of the school gates and buildings.Oversee the cleaning team's daily rotas and performance to ensure a hygienic learning enAre you ready to be the backbone of a thriving educational community? Do you take pride in creating a safe, welcoming space for the next generation? Why settle for a standard maintenance job when you could lead the site operations of a premier Leeds school?Job RoleAct as the primary key holder, managing the daily unlocking and securing of the school gates and buildings.Oversee the cleaning team's daily rotas and performance to ensure a hygienic learning en
- Do you possess the empathy to listen and the firmness to take action?Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same?Are you looking for a role where your impact is measurable and meaningful?About the RoleThe Attendance Welfare Officer is a pivotal position focused on ensuring that every student has the opportunity to succeed by maintaining high levels of school attendance. This is a full-time, role that involves identifying patterDo you possess the empathy to listen and the firmness to take action?Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same?Are you looking for a role where your impact is measurable and meaningful?About the RoleThe Attendance Welfare Officer is a pivotal position focused on ensuring that every student has the opportunity to succeed by maintaining high levels of school attendance. This is a full-time, role that involves identifying patter
- Can you inspire a love for computational thinking in every student you teach?Are you seeking a full-time role that offers immediate, impactful work?Are you looking for a role that values your expertise and supports your development?About the RoleThis is a part-time and highly rewarding position for a dedicated Computer Science professional to join a vibrant academy in Leeds. The role will be expected to start ASAP (As Soon As Possible). The role involves tCan you inspire a love for computational thinking in every student you teach?Are you seeking a full-time role that offers immediate, impactful work?Are you looking for a role that values your expertise and supports your development?About the RoleThis is a part-time and highly rewarding position for a dedicated Computer Science professional to join a vibrant academy in Leeds. The role will be expected to start ASAP (As Soon As Possible). The role involves t
- Can you inspire curiosity about the world in every student?Are you seeking a new challenge to start the new year? Do you thrive in a supportive and progressive environment?About the RoleWe are currently looking for a talented Teacher of Geography for a full-time position starting ASAP at an ambitious secondary school in Bradford. This role is a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated educator to join a supportive Humanities department and play a pivotal roleCan you inspire curiosity about the world in every student?Are you seeking a new challenge to start the new year? Do you thrive in a supportive and progressive environment?About the RoleWe are currently looking for a talented Teacher of Geography for a full-time position starting ASAP at an ambitious secondary school in Bradford. This role is a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated educator to join a supportive Humanities department and play a pivotal role
- Are you passionate about bridging the gap between the classroom and the boardroom?Do you possess the technical expertise to lead students through both GCSE and A-Level success?Can you foster a classroom environment built on respect, resilience, and ambition?About the RoleThis is a high-impact, full-time position starting ASAP. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering high-quality Business Studies across the secondary age range, includingAre you passionate about bridging the gap between the classroom and the boardroom?Do you possess the technical expertise to lead students through both GCSE and A-Level success?Can you foster a classroom environment built on respect, resilience, and ambition?About the RoleThis is a high-impact, full-time position starting ASAP. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering high-quality Business Studies across the secondary age range, including
- Do you pride yourself on your meticulous attention to health and safety?Would you thrive in a school that values academic excellence and personal dignity?Are you the kind of person who finds satisfaction in a perfectly organised workshop?The RoleThis is a full-time Design & Technology (DT) Technician position, starting ASAP. Working as a pivotal member of the support team, the successful candidate will provide essential technical assistance to both staff aDo you pride yourself on your meticulous attention to health and safety?Would you thrive in a school that values academic excellence and personal dignity?Are you the kind of person who finds satisfaction in a perfectly organised workshop?The RoleThis is a full-time Design & Technology (DT) Technician position, starting ASAP. Working as a pivotal member of the support team, the successful candidate will provide essential technical assistance to both staff a
- Are you ready to transform the lives of young people in Wakefield?Are you passionate about bridging the gap between education and the professional world?Do you want to work where your expertise is respected and your impact is visible?About the RoleThe Career Advisor is a pivotal figure within the academy, serving as the primary link between students, parents, and the local labour market. The successful candidate will lead the development of a robust careerAre you ready to transform the lives of young people in Wakefield?Are you passionate about bridging the gap between education and the professional world?Do you want to work where your expertise is respected and your impact is visible?About the RoleThe Career Advisor is a pivotal figure within the academy, serving as the primary link between students, parents, and the local labour market. The successful candidate will lead the development of a robust career
- We are looking for an experienced Mechanical supervisor for one of our top facilities management company. MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES1. Act as 'hands on' lead and front line manager for trades staff2. Provide technical engineering advice and support to trade staff.3. Manage and supervise responsive and planned maintenance of plant, equipment and building fabric through directly employed labour (D.E.L) and external contractors.4. Allocate and monitor tWe are looking for an experienced Mechanical supervisor for one of our top facilities management company. MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES1. Act as 'hands on' lead and front line manager for trades staff2. Provide technical engineering advice and support to trade staff.3. Manage and supervise responsive and planned maintenance of plant, equipment and building fabric through directly employed labour (D.E.L) and external contractors.4. Allocate and monitor t
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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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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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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.