Wakefield Council Jobs

07/09/2026

Just 2 weeks to go until our FREE Adult Social Care Recruitment Fair!

Come along and meet care providers from across Wakefield District, get support with your CV and applications, and explore current vacancies.

The Chesney Centre, Regent Street, Featherstone, WF7 5EW
10am-12noon

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2 WEEKS TO GO 🚨

Just 2 weeks to go until our FREE Adult Social Care Recruitment Fair!

Come along and meet care providers from across Wakefield District, get support with your CV and applications, and explore current vacancies.

✔ Free event
✔ Meet employers face-to-face
✔ CV and application support
✔ Job opportunities available

📍 The Chesney Centre, Regent Street, Featherstone, WF7 5EW
⏰ 10am-12noon

Register today: 🔗 https://lnkd.in/e57aAxkr

Tag a friend who you think would really enjoy this event! 💜

04/09/2026

We're running a recruitment event for our Children and Young People's service.

If you’re looking for a rewarding career with purpose, we’d love to meet you. Come along and chat with our team about current opportunities.

The event will take place on Wednesday 30 September from 10:30am-1:30pm at The Hut, Airedale, Kershaw Avenue, Castleford, WF10 3ES .

There's no need to register, just turn up on the day. Discover how you can make a difference in the lives of children, young people and families in Wakefield.

Watch the video to hear what some of our staff have to say about working in our Children and Young People's service.

To find out more, visit www.wakefield.gov.uk/workwithchildren

04/09/2026

We're looking for caring, dedicated and resilient people to join our team as a Complex Needs Support Worker within Residential Care.

In this rewarding role, you'll provide practical, personal and emotional support to residents, helping them maintain their independence, wellbeing and quality of life.

Working as part of a supportive team, you'll deliver person-centred care, contribute to care planning, and make a positive impact every day.

Whether you're already working in care or looking to build on your experience, this is a fantastic opportunity to develop your skills, access training and qualifications, and be part of a service that puts people at the heart of everything it does. 🌟

The role involves working a rota including days, evenings, weekends, nights and bank holidays.

If you're compassionate, adaptable and committed to supporting vulnerable adults to live fulfilling lives, we'd love to hear from you. https://orlo.uk/T3fq9

02/09/2026

Dive into a job that matters!

Join our team at Minsthorpe Leisure, South Elmsall! We’re looking for a dedicated Lifeguard (Leisure Assistant) to help keep our community safe, active, and confident in and around the water.

In this full-time, permanent role, you’ll be part of a friendly, proactive team ensuring the highest standards of safety, customer care and cleanliness across our swimming and leisure facilities.

Whether you’re already qualified or looking to build your career in leisure, this is a great opportunity to grow, develop, and make a real impact.

Be part of a supportive, community-focused leisure team. Develop your career across fitness, swimming, and management pathways. Make a difference every day, helping people feel safe and welcome.

Closing date: 06/09/2026

Apply now https://orlo.uk/II7u7

01/09/2026

Can you make a difference to our residents and the district they reside in? 🏡

If so, join our award-winning Commercial Team⭐

We're looking for a qualified and experienced Environmental Health professional to join our innovative, business-focused team. Based within Environmental Health, you'll play a key role in delivering our successful Primary Authority service, helping businesses across the UK navigate regulatory compliance while receiving exceptional support.

What you'll be doing:
• Visiting Primary Authority business partners across the UK
• Providing expert advice on food hygiene, food standards and/or health & safety compliance
• Delivering technical and legal guidance, including formal Primary Authority Advice and inspection plans
• Acting as a key contact between businesses and enforcing authorities
• Peer reviewing advice and supporting colleagues across the service
• Contributing to innovative projects and solving complex regulatory challenges
• Helping to grow and develop new business partnerships

What we're looking for:
• Qualified Environmental Health Officer (Level 3) or Senior Environmental Health Officer (Level 4) requirements met on appointment
• Accredited BSc or MSc in Environmental Health, or equivalent professional qualification
• Extensive regulatory experience and proven technical competence
• Full UK Category B driving licence

Join a friendly, collaborative team with a shared ambition to be the go-to council for business advice while making a meaningful difference to businesses across the UK.💚

Find out more and apply today https://orlo.uk/bTidr

01/09/2026

Are you ready to change the lives of children and young people?

At Wakefield Council, we're passionate about giving children and young people the safe, loving homes they deserve. We're looking for caring, committed individuals to join our Children's Residential Care Team and help create positive experiences that shape futures.

You don't need a degree or previous experience in residential childcare to start your journey with us! ⭐

We're looking for people who are:
• Warm, nurturing and emotionally intelligent
• Enthusiastic, self-motivated and reliable
• Great at building positive, trusting relationships
• Resilient and committed to helping children thrive
• Able to bring transferable skills from work, volunteering or life experience

Working with children and young people aged 5 to 17, you'll help provide a stable, safe and caring environment where they can grow, develop and achieve their potential.

Many of the children we support have experienced trauma and need additional understanding, patience and consistency. Our aim is simple - to provide loving homes close to family, friends and communities, ensuring children can remain in Wakefield and receive the very best care and support.

What Our Children Say💚
"I love my carers."

"They mean the world to me."

"My carers care about my family as well."

This is more than just a job, it is a chance to change lives ✨

If you're looking for a rewarding career where every day brings the opportunity to make a lasting difference, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now! https://orlo.uk/n2VjW

31/08/2026

We're looking for a talented Graphic Designer to join our award-winning Communications and Marketing team, helping us tell stories, engage audiences, and showcase the services that matter most to our residents! ✨

About the Role:
This is a fantastic opportunity for a creative professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys working on a diverse range of projects.⭐

You'll be creating high-quality design work across:
• Social media
• Websites and digital platforms
• Digital screens and campaigns
• Publications and printed materials
• Corporate branding and marketing materials

We're Looking For Someone Who:
• Holds a qualification in Graphic Design
• Has a strong portfolio showcasing creative and innovative work
• Can confidently manage multiple projects and deadlines
• Has experience designing for both print and digital channels
• Is a great communicator and enjoys collaborating with others
• Loves finding creative solutions to communication challenges

You'll be part of a supportive and creative environment where your ideas are valued and your work has a genuine impact across the district.

💚 We champion:
• Collaboration
• Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
• Wellbeing and Work-Life Balance
• Professional Development and Career Growth

If you're a confident designer with a passion for creativity, collaboration, and delivering brilliant results, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply here: https://orlo.uk/w1Vp1

31/08/2026

Are you ready to make a difference in our communities? 💚

We're looking for an enthusiastic and driven professional to lead the business development of our Adult Education Service, helping us grow our reach, create new opportunities, and support learners to achieve their career aspirations!✨

This is an exciting opportunity to combine leadership, networking, and business growth in a role that makes a real difference to people and communities.

As part of our leadership team, you will:
- Lead and support a team of Careers Information, Advice and Guidance Officers
- Manage our Business Development Officer
- Build and maintain strong relationships with employers, partners, and stakeholders
- Identify and develop new business opportunities
- Represent the service at networking events and community engagements
- Increase awareness of our programmes and services
- Help learners access opportunities that support their career goals
- Drive innovation and growth across Adult Education

We're Looking For Someone Who:
- Loves building relationships and making connections
- Has experience identifying opportunities for growth and development
- Is a confident communicator and presenter
- Enjoys working with a wide range of stakeholders across public, private, and voluntary sectors
- Has strong leadership and team management skills
- Takes a proactive and organised approach to delivering results

If you feel this could be the role for you, we would love to hear from you, apply here: https://orlo.uk/2Z5bQ

29/08/2026

Can you support people to live independently and make a real difference in your community? ⭐

We're looking for two caring and dedicated Support Assistants to join our Peripatetic Service at DeLacy Gardens, Pontefract!

Our service operates 7 days a week, 52 weeks a year, providing high-quality support to people in their own homes and helping them maintain their independence.💚

This role will be 21 hours per week (AM shifts only)

Within this role you will be on a 2-week rolling rota, including:
Morning shifts: 07:00am - 2:00pm
Weekends and Bank Holidays (with enhanced pay rates)

Salary: £25,583 - £25,989 FTE

In this role you'll be:

- Supporting people to remain independent and comfortable in their own homes.
- Providing person-centred care, including support with:
- Washing
- Dressing
- Toileting
- Preparing meals
- Administering medication
- Working closely with health professionals, colleagues and partner agencies to ensure the best possible outcomes for the people you support.
- Promoting dignity, respect and choice in everything you do.
- Building positive relationships and helping individuals maintain their confidence, wellbeing and independence.

This is more than just a job. It's an opportunity to make a genuine difference every day, supporting people to live safely, independently and with dignity in their own homes.💜

Apply here and make a difference https://orlo.uk/Q5uC5

28/08/2026

Are you passionate about making a difference to children and young people's wellbeing? 💜

We're looking for an inspiring leader to head up our SEMH Casework Team, driving positive outcomes for children, young people and families across the district.✨

In this role, you'll:

- Lead and inspire a team of dedicated practitioners, providing supervision, support and guidance to ensure high-quality interventions that make a lasting impact.
- Build strong partnerships with schools, health professionals, social care teams and community organisations to create joined-up support for children and young people with social, emotional and mental health needs.
- Provide strategic leadership, working collaboratively with internal teams and external partners to improve emotional wellbeing, resilience, inclusion and opportunities for children and young people.
- Champion innovation and continuous improvement, using performance data, quality assurance and best practice to shape services and deliver better outcomes across Family Help and SEND services.
- Drive a child-centred approach, overseeing the assessment, planning and delivery of SEMH interventions while ensuring safeguarding remains at the heart of everything we do.

This is an exciting opportunity to shape services, influence strategic developments and lead meaningful change for children, young people and families. If you're a collaborative and ambitious leader who is passionate about improving outcomes, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply here - https://orlo.uk/KHD8e