44 jobs found in wakefield

Temporary Van Driver / Event Staff Location: North & Central England (A1/M1 Corridor) Contract: Temporary (July – August) Hours: Monday to Friday, hours as required by the business, usually 12pm - 8pm Salary: £14.00ph About the Role We are looking for reliable and hardworking Van Drivers / Event Staff to support our busy school uniform distribution season during July and August. This is a varied, customer-facing role that involves travelling to schools across the North and Central regions of England to deliver stock, set up events, and assist parents collecting school uniform bundles. Schools are predominantly located along the A1/M1 corridor, with travel ranging from Middlesbrough in the north, Nottinghamshire in the south, Scunthorpe in the east, and Haydock in the west. A company van will be provided, and a full UK driving licence is essential. Key Responsibilities * Deliver stock to school distribution and exchange events across the A1/M1 corridor. * Plan and...

Our client Wakefield Hiring is looking for a Senior Social Worker to join their Complex care needs team. Team Structure and Staffing The team is a specialist service supporting children with disabilities aged 0-18, responsible for delivering assessments, safeguarding, support packages, and child protection plans. The service is currently undergoing a restructure as part of wider social care reforms, and the successful candidate will join during this period of transition. Recent staffing changes and absences have resulted in increased caseloads across the team. There are currently six practitioners, with a proportion working part-time. Caseloads typically range between approximately 20-25 cases per worker. Although caseload numbers may appear high, many cases require lower-frequency visits (e.g. every 12 weeks or 6 months), allowing workloads to be balanced effectively. All cases are currently allocated, and there is no significant backlog. Skills and Experience While...

Art and Design Teacher Wakefield Start Date: September 2026 Contract: Full-time, 1-year fixed term Love bringing creativity to life in the classroom? This one’s got your name on it. We’re working with a welcoming secondary school in Wakefield that’s on the lookout for an Art and Design Teacher to join their team for the full academic year starting September 2026. Think supportive leadership, engaged students, and a department that genuinely enjoys what they do. Whether you’re an experienced teacher or an ECT ready to make your mark, this is a chance to step into a role where your ideas are valued and your lessons can really shine. What you’ll be doing: Teaching Art and Design across Key Stages 3 and 4 Inspiring students to explore their creativity and build confidence in their work Planning and delivering engaging, hands-on lessons Contributing to a collaborative and creative department What the school offers: A supportive SLT who’ve got your back A well-resourced Art...

Job Title: Telehandler  Job Type: Temp Location: Wakefield Rate of pay: Paye £16 , Umbrella £21 , CIS £21, Overtime if applicable Are you a Telehandler looking for work? ARC are currently looking for a Telehanlder with Suspended Loads  For this position, you must have the following: •NPORS/CPCS - SUSEPENDED LOADS - A17E •FULL PPE •EXPERINCE  BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR ARC Working with one of the leading Recruitment agencies with 18 years within the marketplace, recruiting for many of the region’s leading companies. In a recent survey 96% of our clients stated ARC are their preferred agency labour supplier. Paid annual leave pro-rata for PAYE (inclusive of statutory holiday) Weekly pay – with a 1 hour pay resolution guarantee. Pension contribution (after 3 months continuous service). On-going assignments Free access to our Health Assured scheme for you and your family. Access to Free online training. Please contact our Recruitment specialists if you are available for this...

Job Title: SEND Learning Support Assistant  Location: Wakefield  Start Date: Immediate Start  Salary: £94 - £110 per day  Are you adaptable and flexible to the needs of others?  Are you pro-active in supporting young people?  Do you have experience working with children with Autism or challenging behaviours?  TeacherActive is proud to be working with several Special Educational Needs and Disabilities providers across Wakefield, and to continue this, we are looking for experienced SEND Learning Support Assistants / SEND LSAs to join us. As one of the UK’s largest education agencies, we also offer in-house career progression for our staff, demonstrating a commitment to providing quality staff.  We have built strong relationships with a multitude of SEND provisions across Yorkshire, supporting a wide range of diagnoses. If you have experience working with children who are diagnosed with Autism / ASD, SLD / Severe Learning Difficulties, PMLD / Profound & Multiple Learning...

Job Title: Primary Teaching Assistant Location: Wakefield Start Date: September Salary: £90 - £100 per day Are you a passionate Primary Teaching Assistant looking for flexible day-to-day work in a supportive primary school? Do you enjoy supporting pupils across Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2 while making a positive impact on their learning? Do you have a Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification, or experience working as a Primary Teaching Assistant within a UK primary school? TeacherActive is proud to be working with a mainstream primary school in Wakefield that is looking to recruit a dedicated Primary Teaching Assistant for day-to-day cover from September. The school has built a fantastic reputation for providing staff with all the resources they need to succeed and is recognised for maintaining high standards of teaching and learning. The school is looking to appoint a flexible Primary Teaching Assistant on a part-time basis to provide day-to-day cover across Key...

Primary Teacher Location: Wakefield Start Date: September Salary: £140 - £200 per day Can you inspire young minds with engaging and creative lessons across Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2? Do you have excellent classroom management and a passion for delivering high-quality teaching? Are you a qualified Primary Teacher looking for flexible day-to-day work from September? TeacherActive is proud to be working with a mainstream primary school in Wakefield that is looking for a passionate Primary Teacher to join their team from September. The school has built a fantastic reputation for providing staff with excellent resources and support while consistently achieving some of the strongest academic results in the local area. The school is looking to appoint a Primary Teacher on a part-time, long-term basis with regular day-to-day cover opportunities across Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2. The successful Primary Teacher will be responsible for planning and delivering engaging lessons,...

HLTA - SEN School (Wakefield) Location: Wakefield Pay: £100 - £134 per day (depending on experience and HLTA status) Contract: Full-time, Monday to Friday Start: September Tradewind Recruitment are currently recruiting for a confident and experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join a specialist SEN school located in Wakefield. This school is part of a large and well-established multi-academy trust and is recognised for its nurturing, trauma-informed approach to supporting children with complex and high-level special educational needs. The school provides a structured, supportive environment where pupils are encouraged to develop both academically and emotionally. They are seeking an HLTA who can take a leading role in supporting learning, delivering planned sessions, and working closely with teachers and support staff to ensure consistent, high-quality provision. The Role As an HLTA, you will play a key role in supporting teaching and learning across the...

Project Manager – 12-Month Contract | Food Manufacturing CAPEX Project | August Start Lead a Major CAPEX Project with a Growing Principal Contractor Are you an experienced Project Manager looking for your next contract? Do you thrive in live manufacturing environments and enjoy delivering complex installation projects from start to finish? My client, a well-established principal contractor with an excellent reputation across the food, beverage, laboratory and pharmaceutical sectors, is looking to appoint a Project Manager on a 12-month contract to deliver a high-profile CAPEX project starting in August. Take Ownership of a Business-Critical Installation You'll be responsible for leading the installation of new production equipment within an existing food manufacturing facility. Working closely with the end client and project stakeholders, you'll ensure the project is delivered safely, on time, and within budget while maintaining the highest standards throughout. Your...

Position: General Cover Teacher Location: Wakefield, West Yorkshire Contract Type: Temporary – Full time Start Date: September 2026 End Date: Ongoing Trust Education are looking to recruit a motivated and flexible General Cover Teacher to join a large and friendly Primary school in Wakefield. This is a full-time, ongoing and temporary position. The Role As a General Cover Teacher, you'll have the opportunity to teach across a variety of subjects and year groups, delivering pre-planned lessons, managing the classroom effectively and ensuring pupils remain engaged and continue to make progress during teacher absences. This is an ideal role for a confident and adaptable teacherwho enjoys variety and making a positive impact in the classroom. The Ideal Candidate will: * Have Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or relevant UK teaching experience with experience working across a range of subjects and key stages * Have excellent working knowledge of the Primary National...

SEN Teaching Assistant - Wakefield * Start Date: 1st September 2026 * Salary: £500.00 to £650.00 per week Academics is seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join an Inclusive and welcoming primary school in Wakefield. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting young people and helping them overcome barriers to learning in a nurturing and structured environment. The Role As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting students with learning difficulties and educational needs including social, emotional, and mental health needs. Working closely with teachers and pastoral staff, you will help create a positive learning environment where students can develop both academically and personally. Your responsibilities will include: * Providing individual and small-group support to students * Building positive and trusting relationships with young people * Supporting students with emotional regulation...

HLTAs (Higher Level Teaching Assistants) - Ready for Your next Role for September? 📚 Are you an ambitious Early Career Teacher (ECT) or a qualified HLTA seeking to hone your classroom skills before fully stepping into a permanent teaching role? Academics Educational recruitment is currently supporting primary schools across Wakefield and we're looking for dynamic and proactive practitioners to work this September. This role is the perfect stepping stone for an ECT. You will gain invaluable experience across various key stages, deliver targeted intervention groups, and cover planned lessons across the curriculum. Key Responsibilities: 🔹 Whole class cover: Deliver pre - planned lessons for absent teachers, mamanging classroom behaviour and ensuring continuity of learning 🔹 Targeted Interventions: Lead small group sessions in core subjects (Maths and Literacy) to accelerate pupil progress 🔹 PPA cover: Provide planning, Prep, and Assessment (PPA) cover giving you real teaching...

Early Years Teacher 🌟 Location: Wakefield Contract: Temporary (Supply through Academics) Salary: £160 - £225 per day Start Date: ASAP The Role We are working in partnership with a welcoming primary school setting to recruit a dedicated Early Years Teacher. This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate professional to support children's early development in a nurturing and engaging environment. As an Early Years Teacher you will be responsible for delivering high - quality early years education in line with the EYFS framework, creating a safe, stimulating and inclusive learning space where every child can thrive. Key Responsibilities ✔️ Plan and deliver creative, play - based learning activities in line with EYFS ✔️ Support children's social, emotional and academic development ✔️ Carry out observations, assessments and record progress ✔️ Build positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues ✔️ Follow safeguarding and setting plicies at all times...

KS1 Teacher based in Wakefield To commence: April 2026 Are you an experienced and motivated educator ready to guide pupils through one of the most important years of their primary journey? We are looking for an outstanding KS1 Teacher based in Wakefield who can inspire confidence, build resilience, and prepare children for the transition to secondary school. This is a very welcoming school with supportive SLT and as a KS1 Teacher based in Wakefield you will be expected to follow the ethos and values of the school. They believe in positive rereinforcements to get the best out of their pupils. As a KS1 Teacher based in Wakefield you must ✅ : Hold QTS or equivalent, with a proven track record in Key Stage 1 teaching Be flexible and adaptable Think on your feet Be reliable with good time keeping Possess strong classroom management Adhere to school policies and follow planning when setIn return, Academics can offer you 🎯 : Competitive rates of daily pay- paid to scale from...

KS2 Teacher based in Wakefield To commence: ASAP Full Time - 5 days a week Are you an enthusiastic and dedicated KS2 Teacher based in Wakefield looking to make a real difference in Key Stage 2? We are looking for an outstanding KS2 Teacher based in Wakefield area who can inspire confidence, build resilience, and prepare children for the transition to secondary school. I have partnered with a warm and friendly mainstream nursery, infant and junior school with an incredibly supportive SLT. As a KS2 Teacher you will be expected to follow the ethos and values of the school. They believe in positive reinforcements to get the best out of their pupils. As a KS2 Teacher based in Wakefield you must ✅ : Hold QTS or equivalent, with a proven track record in Key Stage 2 teaching Outstanding KS2 Practitioner Understanding of how trauma can impact a child's behaviour and ability to learn Be flexible and adaptable Think on your feet Be reliable with good time keeping Possess strong...

SEMH Teacher Location: Wakefield, West Yorkshire Start Date: September 2026 Contract Type: Full-time, Long-term Rate: £140 - £232 per day (dependent on experience and responsibilities) Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am 4:00pm About the School The school provides a safe, nurturing and therapeutic environment where pupils are supported to develop emotional regulation, resilience and positive learning behaviours. You will join a dedicated team focused on delivering high child education that meets each learners individual needs. As an SEMH Teacher, you will Deliver tailored teaching to primary-aged pupils with SEMH needs, using relational and trauma approaches. Plan and differentiate lessons that support EHCP outcomes, emotional development and academic progress. Work collaboratively with the SENCO, pastoral staff, therapists and parents/carers to ensure consistent, holistic support. Embed emotional regulation strategies and promote positive behaviour through...

Primary Teacher Needed - Wakefield – Year 4 Full Time – 5 days a week Salary: Paid to scale The Supply Register are delighted to be working in an exclusive partnership with the Inspire Partnership Multi-Academy Trust in Yorkshire. We are proud of the relationship we hold with the trust and with this, provide staffing for sort, medium and long-term vacancies. We are currently recruiting Year 4 Teachers We welcome ECT’s & experienced teachers, but you must be committed and passionate about Primary School education. Key Responsibilities: Follow and implement creative and effective lessons that cater to the diverse needs of students. Foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment that promotes a love for learning. Use a variety of teaching methods to engage and inspire students. Mark, assess and track student progress, providing timely feedback to students. Create a safe and supportive learning environment that encourages student participation and inquiry. Collaborate...

Head of Human Resources (Head of HR) Location: Wakefield Tradewind Recruitment is delighted to be recruiting for an experienced Head of Human Resources (Head of HR) on behalf of a successful and growing multi-academy trust in Wakefield. This is an exciting opportunity for a strategic and operational HR leader to make an immediate impact within a values-driven education organisation. The successful candidate will lead on a range of high-profile HR projects while providing expert advice and leadership to the Trust's established HR team. The Role As Head of HR, you will take ownership of several key priorities, including: Leading the successful conclusion of an ongoing organisational restructure and redundancy process within one of the Trust's primary schools. Reviewing Teaching and Learning Responsibility (TLR) payments in line with the School Teachers' Pay and Conditions Document 2026, supporting the implementation of any required changes across the Trust. Working...

Head of Finance Location: Wakefield, West Yorkshire Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience Contract: Full Time, Permanent Tradewind Recruitment is proud to be working in partnership with a successful and ambitious school in Wakefield to recruit an experienced and dynamic Head of Finance. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified or experienced finance professional to join a thriving educational setting, leading the school's financial operations and playing a key role in supporting strategic decision-making. The successful candidate will work closely with the Senior Leadership Team to ensure the effective management of the school's finances, compliance, and long-term financial sustainability. The Role As Head of Finance, you will be responsible for: Leading all aspects of the school's financial management, including budgeting, forecasting and financial planning. Preparing accurate monthly management accounts and financial reports for senior leaders and...

Payroll Officer – West Yorkshire Council Fox Morris Group are working to recruit a Payroll Officer Role and Responsibilities: 1. Lead by example and behave in line with the Police Code of Ethics ensuring that the force values and behavioural expectations are clearly understood and considered by managers, officers and staff in their decision making and actions; reinforcing and influencing them through all interactions and processes. 2. Lead by example, treating others with dignity, fairness and respect at all times, regardless of identity, background, status or circumstances. Embrace and invest in West Yorkshire Police’s approach and commitment to Diversity, Equality and Inclusion (DEI), recognising its importance and value. Implement this commitment wherever possible in day to day duties and interactions with colleagues and our communities, with an aim to integrate equality and human rights into everything we do. 3. To provide a consistent, customer focused payroll function...