1513 jobs found in Wakefield

Role: Electrician  Location: Wakefield Pay: £27ph CIS or £21ph PAYE plus HP Duration 3 months - 6 months  Must have JIB Card/ECS card 18th edition  2391 testing & inspection You will be assisting with PPM's reactives &  general small works for a Facilities Management team covering commercial properties in Wakefield. Must have driving licence will be given a pool van during day, this is picked up dropped off each evening. Please apply to Joe Firth of 300 North

Job Title: Caretaker Location: Wakefield Start Date: Immediate Start Salary: £28,000 per year Do you have previous experience as a Caretaker for a Secondary School? Are you thorough in carrying out health and safety checks on equipment, hazards and premises? Do you pride yourself on maintaining the overall good condition of the school buildings and grounds? TeacherActive are proud to be working with an Outstanding Secondary School in Wakefield and are actively recruiting for a Caretaker to maintain a safe, secure and well-presented school environment. The ideal candidate will ensure classrooms, corridors, toilets and outdoor areas are clean, safe and in good condition. The role of a caretaker also requires repairing minor fixings, reporting major issues and ensuring the heating, water and electrical systems are working properly. As well as this, the candidate will play a key role in keeping the school environment safe. This involves locking and unlocking the premises,...

Position Overview As a Concrete Repair Operative, you will be responsible for the restoration and maintenance of rail-side structures, including bridges, tunnels, retaining walls, and platforms. This is a technical role that requires precision to ensure the structural integrity and longevity of critical rail assets. Detailed Duties and Responsibilities Surface Preparation: Using mechanical tools (breakers, grinders, or grit-blasting) to remove degraded concrete and expose reinforcement steel. Steel Reinforcement Treatment: Cleaning and applying anti-corrosion coatings to rebar. Repair Application: Mixing and applying specialist repair mortars (hand-placed or flowable) to meet engineering specifications. Finishing: Levelling, smoothing, and curing repaired sections to match existing profiles. Injections: (Where required) Carrying out resin or grout injections to seal structural cracks. Site Safety: Working strictly under the direction of the COSS and ensuring all specialist...

Detailed Duties and Responsibilities 1. Site Preparation and Maintenance Setting up site lighting, fencing, and safety signage as directed by the COSS (Controller of Site Safety). Clearing vegetation, debris, and scrap materials from the trackside to ensure a clear working environment. Maintaining a clean and organized site to prevent slips, trips, and falls. 2. Engineering Support Assisting with the movement and distribution of rail components, including sleepers, clips, and ballast. Supporting skilled trades (e.g., track welders or linesmen) by fetching tools and holding equipment. Operating small plant and hand tools (such as impacts, grinders, or shovels) if qualified and required. 3. Safety and Compliance Participating in every "Point of Work" risk assessment and site briefing. Acting as a second pair of eyes for the team, identifying and reporting potential hazards immediately. Adhering to all Network Rail "Life-Saving Rules" and wearing full specified PPE at all...

Job Title: Secondary Supply Teacher – Choose Your Days Location: Wakefield Salary: £140–£220 per day (PAYE, no umbrella faff) Contract: Flexible supply (day-to-day, short-term, long-term) Start Date: As soon as possible Fancy teaching without the Sunday night planning panic? If you enjoy being in the classroom but want more say over your schedule, supply teaching could be exactly what you’ve been looking for. We’re working with a range of friendly, well-run secondary schools across Wakefield who need confident teachers to step in and keep things ticking along. Whether you want a couple of days a week or something more consistent, we’ll line up roles that fit around you. No chasing bookings, no surprises, just straightforward, reliable work. ‍ What your day might look like: Delivering pre-set lessons across KS3 and KS4 (KS5 if you fancy it) Keeping behaviour on track with calm, confident classroom management Building quick rapport with students and staff Leaving clear...

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Qualified Gas Engineer to join an ever growing company on a sub-contracting basis working with Prestige skills & our clients. Due to the expansion we are giving the right candidates the chance to join our professional and dynamic team. All applicants must be experienced & qualified gas engineers with CCN1/CMA1 and MET1 Qualifications All applicants must have their own van and tools. Skills ·Experience in a similar role ·Must be a team player ·Have a good work ethic ·Fantastic customer service skills About the Role The role will be, working as a metering engineer attending faulty gas meters which would need exchanging, installing or repairing. You will be expected to carry out a number of tasks which include visual inspections of gas appliances, standing and working pressure checks and, alteration of meter locations. The role is fully customer focused, carrying out essential works driven by the HSE. If you would like to be...

Job Title: Behaviour Support Worker (Year 2 Pupil) Location: Wakefield/Leeds area Hours: Afternoons only, Monday to Friday We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Behaviour Support Worker to provide 1:1 support for a Year 2 pupil in a primary school setting. This role is ideal for someone with patience, resilience, and a genuine passion for supporting children with behavioural needs. Key Responsibilities: Provide consistent 1:1 support during afternoon sessions Implement behaviour strategies and support plans Build a positive, trusting relationship with the pupil Work closely with teaching staff and SENCO to support progress Promote a safe, structured, and engaging learning environment Requirements: Experience working with children, ideally with behavioural or additional needs Calm, patient, and proactive approach Strong communication and teamwork skills Relevant qualifications or training (desirable but not essential) What We Offer: Supportive...

Primary School Teacher Wakefield Are you a passionate and dedicated teacher looking to make a real difference? We are seeking an enthusiastic KS2 Primary School Teacher to join our friendly and supportive school community in Wakefield. Location: Wakefield Position: Full-Time Primary School Teacher Start Date: Easter 2026 About the Role: You will be responsible for delivering engaging and creative lessons across the primary curriculum, fostering a positive learning environment, and supporting pupils to achieve their full potential. We Are Looking For Someone Who: Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) Has a strong understanding of the primary curriculum Demonstrates excellent classroom management skills Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children Works effectively as part of a team We Offer: A welcoming and inclusive school community Supportive leadership and professional development opportunities Well-resourced...

Empowering Learning are working with a Secondary Special Needs School in Wakefield who are seeking Behaviour Support Workers/Sport Coaches to support in their classrooms on a 1:1 basis or within small groups. These roles are to start ASAP and are temp to perm. Pay: £100-£110 a day Monday to Friday school hours 8.30 - 3.30pm The roles will be temp to perm for the right candidate. The school caters for Primary and Secondary pupils supporting Children with Autism, Complex Needs, Profound Multiple Learning Difficulties and Communication needs. You will be involved in classroom duties and off-site recreational activities. ```Duties``` - Assist the lead teacher in implementing educational programs and activities for students. - Provide support to students with special needs, including those with autism. - Assist in creating a positive and inclusive learning environment. - Help students with daily tasks, such as personal care and hygiene. - Support students in their academic and...

Early Years Teacher Pay Scale: To scale Start Date: May 2026 Location: Wakefield WF1 About the Role Career Teachers are seeking an enthusiastic, nurturing and highly motivated Early Years Teacher to join a warm, inclusive primary setting for a one‑year maternity cover starting in May 2026. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the early development of children within a school community that prioritises inclusion, high expectations and a love of learning. You will become part of a dedicated team that is committed to giving every child the best possible start in their education. The school is outward‑facing, forward‑thinking and continually strives to improve outcomes for all pupils. Children come from a wide range of backgrounds and have diverse needs, and the staff work hard to engage, inspire and support every learner through a rich, stimulating and child‑centred curriculum. This role is ideal for someone with passion, creativity and a genuine...

Payroll and Pensions Officer - Working via Veritas Education Veritas Education is recruiting an experienced Payroll and Pensions Officer to support a respected multi-academy trust in West Yorkshire. This is an excellent opportunity to utilise your specialist payroll and pensions expertise while benefiting from Veritas' ongoing support, flexibility and competitive pay. The Role As Payroll and Pensions Officer, you will play a key role in delivering an accurate, compliant and efficient payroll and pensions service across the Trust. You'll act as the central liaison with outsourced providers, ensure financial controls are upheld, manage monthly reconciliations, maintain payroll records, oversee auto‑enrolment, and provide specialist guidance on Teachers' Pensions and Local Government Pension Scheme requirements. You'll also support year‑end processes, audits, statutory notifications, and assist school administrative teams with technical queries. What We're Looking For We are...

Level 3 EYFS Teaching Assistants Primary School Nursery Roles Kirklees | Wakefield | Bradford Full‑time and Part‑time Positions Available Are you a passionate, nurturing and experienced Early Years practitioner? We're recruiting Level 3 qualified EYFS Teaching Assistants to support nursery classes across a range of welcoming primary schools. If you thrive in early years environments and love helping young children learn, play and grow, we'd love to hear from you. About the Role You'll be working within nursery settings, supporting children aged 3-4 with their early development. Your role may include: Supporting children through play‑based learning Assisting with early phonics, communication and language activities Helping to create a safe, stimulating and inclusive environment Working closely with the class teacher and wider EYFS team Supporting children with personal care routines when neededWhat We're Looking For To apply, you must have: A Level 3 qualification in Early...

Primary Teacher Wakefield Start Date: ASAP Salary: £140 - £170 per day Can you inspire young minds with an engaging and adaptable teaching style? Do you have strong classroom management across a range of behaviours? Are you confident delivering the Primary Curriculum across different year groups? TeacherActive is proud to be working with a number of mainstream primary schools across East Leeds. These schools vary in size and demographic, but all share a commitment to providing a supportive learning environment and maintaining high standards of education, with strong leadership teams in place. The schools are looking to appoint a flexible and resilient Primary Teacher on a day-to-day and long-term basis. The successful Primary Teacher will be expected to work across Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2, adapting quickly to different classroom environments and confidently managing a range of behavioural needs while delivering engaging lessons. The successful Primary Teacher will have: •...

SEND Teaching Assistant Wakefield Start Date: ASAP Salary: £90 - £105 per day Do you have experience supporting children with additional needs such as ASD, SEMH or learning difficulties? Are you patient, resilient and able to build strong relationships with pupils who require extra support? Do you have a passion for helping young people reach their full potential in a SEND setting? TeacherActive is proud to be working with a range of schools across Wakefield, including mainstream and specialist provisions supporting pupils with a variety of additional needs. These schools are committed to creating inclusive, supportive environments where every child is encouraged to thrive both academically and personally. We are looking for a SEND Teaching Assistant on a day to day or long term basis, supporting pupils across different key stages with needs such as ASD, SEMH and learning difficulties. The successful SEND Teaching Assistant will be expected to provide one to one and small...

English Teacher - Supply Role Across Wakefield Schools | Tradewind Recruitment Are you a passionate and dedicated English Teacher looking for flexible teaching opportunities in Wakefield? Tradewind Recruitment is currently seeking talented English Teachers to work across a variety of secondary schools in Wakefield and the surrounding areas. This is an excellent opportunity for both experienced teachers and Early Career Teachers (ECTs) to gain valuable classroom experience, build professional networks, and enjoy a better work-life balance through supply teaching. About the Role As a Supply English Teacher, you will: Deliver engaging and high-quality English lessons at Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 (Key Stage 5 experience is desirable but not essential) Adapt quickly to different school environments across Wakefield Manage classroom behaviour effectively in line with school policies Inspire students to develop a love of English literature and language Why Choose Supply Teaching...

Temporary FTC Senior Administrator - Finance Duties 🌟 🤰 Maternity Cover - 13 Months (Until May 2027) 💷 Hourly Rate: £18.10 per hour 📍 Location: WF1 - 10 minutes from the train station 🚆 | On‑site parking available (first come, first served) 🚗 🕘 Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 4:30pm 🚀 Start Date: ASAP 🏢 About the Role Office Angels are recruiting on behalf of a well‑established organisation for a Temporary Senior Administrator to cover maternity leave for 13 months. This is a varied and responsible role combining senior administrative support with finance‑related duties, ideal for an experienced administrator who is a confident communicator and enjoys working in a busy, people‑focused environment. Finance experience is desirable but not essential, as training will be provided ✅ 📋 Key Responsibilities 🖥️ Administrative & Membership Support Acting as a first point of contact for members via telephone and email, handling inbound queries professionally and...

Freelance Quantity Surveyor – Civil Engineering Location: Wakefield Contract Type: Freelance Duration: Ongoing Rate: Dependant on Experience The Opportunity We are currently recruiting for a Freelance Quantity Surveyor to support a range of internal civil engineering projects based in Wakefield. This role is focused on commercial management, costing, and forecasting across ongoing works rather than site-based delivery. This is an ideal opportunity for a QS who is commercially strong, detail-oriented, and experienced in managing project finances within a civils environment. Key Responsibilities * Preparation and management of project costings and budgets * Ongoing cost reporting and commercial forecasting * Monitoring project performance against financial targets * Managing and tracking variations and change control * Supporting procurement and subcontractor commercial processes * Producing CVRs and financial reports * Identifying commercial risks and...

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a number of mainstream secondary schools based in Wakefield. The schools promotes a supportive and inclusive environment, with a strong focus on maintaining high standards of behaviour and encouraging students to achieve their full potential. The schools are looking to take on a reliable Cover Supervisor on a part time basis starting immediately. The successful Cover Supervisor will be responsible for delivering pre-set lessons across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4, ensuring students remain on task and managing classroom behaviour effectively. TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and placing teachers and support staff into rewarding roles. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates. The successful Cover Supervisor will have: • Experience working within a secondary school setting • Strong classroom management...

Temporary | Ad Hoc School Cover School First Aid & Administrative Support Roles At Veritas Education we work closely with schools across Wakefield and Bradford to provide reliable, qualified First Aid professionals who can step in at short notice to ensure pupil welfare and continuity of care. Due to ongoing demand, we are recruiting experienced School First Aiders to support schools on a temporary and ad hoc basis, covering staff absence, training days, and periods of increased need. Assignments are term-time only, typically Monday to Friday, 8:00am-4:00pm, with hourly rates from £13, paid weekly. The role: Providing immediate first aid support to pupils, staff, and visitors Responding calmly and professionally to accidents, injuries, and medical incidents Maintaining accurate first aid and incident records Liaising with parents, school staff, and external services when required Supporting with light administrative or reception duties where needed Who we're looking...

Wanting to make a life changing impact in education? Willing to add value to the future leaders? A responsible educator who prides themselves in delivering quality lesson cover? Cover supervisors are highly trained adaptable school staff who supervise students, helping them carry out preplanned lessons when teaching staff are on short term absence. The main responsibility of the role is to manage the classroom, helping students remain on track with their learning by ensuring preplanned work has been completed.  A perfect role for the ideal person who is seeking experience working in a leadership role within a classroom before applying for a teaching qualification. You will gain in return for outstanding service valuable experience to build on within your education career. A confident and enthusiastic leader with strong behaviour management skill would be suited to this role. The ability to communicate effectively with a broad range of learners with various levels of...