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Ready to make a real impact on the places and communities around you?Join us as a Planning Enforcement Officer and play ...
24/10/2026

Ready to make a real impact on the places and communities around you?

Join us as a Planning Enforcement Officer and play a key role in ensuring planning regulations are upheld across the district. You'll investigate complaints, conduct site visits, assess evidence, liaise with residents, developers and elected members, and help deliver fair and effective planning enforcement that supports sustainable development and thriving communities. 🏘️📍

We're looking for a motivated professional with planning knowledge, strong investigative and report-writing skills, and the ability to manage a varied caseload in a fast-paced environment. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your career within a supportive team while making a visible impact on the local environment and helping maintain high standards across the district.

A current valid driving licence and the use of a vehicle during normal office hours are essential requirements for the role. Occasional out of office hours working may be required.

Apply today! https://orlo.uk/WvZi3

Looking for a rewarding career where you can make a genuine difference every day?Join us as a Night Care Assistant withi...
23/10/2026

Looking for a rewarding career where you can make a genuine difference every day?

Join us as a Night Care Assistant within adult social care and support vulnerable adults to live with dignity, independence and respect. You'll provide person-centred care, build meaningful relationships, and work as part of a dedicated team to help residents maintain their wellbeing, confidence and quality of life. 💙🏡

We're seeking caring, compassionate and reliable individuals who are passionate about supporting others. Whether you already have experience in care or have gained transferable skills through work, volunteering or personal experience, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. In return, you'll receive training, development opportunities and the chance to make a lasting impact on the lives of the people you support every day.

The role involves working on a rota that will include evenings, weekends and bank holidays.

For further information and to apply, please click here. https://orlo.uk/TmIiW

Join our Street Scene Services team as an Administration Assistant and help keep our communities clean, safe and welcomi...
23/10/2026

Join our Street Scene Services team as an Administration Assistant and help keep our communities clean, safe and welcoming.

In this varied and rewarding role, you'll provide essential administrative support to operational teams, coordinate service activities, manage records and enquiries, and help deliver high-quality services that make a visible difference across Wakefield's neighbourhoods. 📋🌳

We're looking for an organised and customer-focused individual with strong administration skills, experience using Microsoft Office, and the ability to thrive in a busy team environment. If you enjoy problem-solving, working with a wide range of people, and contributing to services that enhance community pride and environmental quality, click on the link to apply. https://orlo.uk/n7PGJ

Make a real difference to the lives of children and young people with special educational needs by joining us as a Speci...
22/10/2026

Make a real difference to the lives of children and young people with special educational needs by joining us as a Special Educational Needs Officer.

Based within the Children and Young People Directorate, you'll play a key role in managing statutory SEN processes, developing strong partnerships with schools, families and professionals, and ensuring children receive the support they need to thrive. This is a fantastic opportunity for experienced SEN practitioners, educators, or casework professionals looking to have a lasting impact.

We're looking for someone with strong knowledge of SEN legislation, excellent communication skills, and a passion for improving outcomes for children and families. In return, you'll join a supportive team, contribute to service development, and help shape inclusive education across the local authority.

If you're ready for your next challenge, apply today!🌟📚https://orlo.uk/hepT0

21/10/2026

We're hiring qualified Educational Psychologists to join our team.

Are you an Educational Psychologist who is passionate about applying psychology in meaningful, innovative, and impactful ways?

Do you want a role where your ideas are valued, your development is nurtured, and your work genuinely helps children, young people, families and schools thrive?

If so, Wakefield Educational Psychology Service would love to hear from you.

Salary: Grade EPP SCP 5 £55,482.00 to SCP 10 £65,929.00 + 3 SPA Points
Location: Normanton Town Hall
Contractual hours: 37 per week

Find out more and apply here: https://orlo.uk/d6nl2

🌟 Lead with Purpose. Make a Difference Every Day. 🌟We are looking for an experienced Care Home Manager to lead one of th...
21/10/2026

🌟 Lead with Purpose. Make a Difference Every Day. 🌟

We are looking for an experienced Care Home Manager to lead one of the residential care homes based in our district. This is an exciting opportunity to shape high-quality, person-centred care, inspire and develop a large staff team, and ensure residents are supported to live with dignity, independence and the best possible quality of life. The role includes responsibility for service improvement, regulatory compliance, staff leadership and budget management.

If you are a proven Registered Manager with strong knowledge of CQC standards, experience of leading care services, and a passion for delivering outstanding outcomes for older people, we'd love to hear from you.

Join us and play a key role in creating safe, caring and well-led environments where residents, families and colleagues can thrive. 😊https://orlo.uk/X3E0C

📣 Ready for a role where your organisation and professionalism make a real impact? Join us as a tempoary PA to the Servi...
19/10/2026

📣 Ready for a role where your organisation and professionalism make a real impact? Join us as a tempoary PA to the Service Director and become a key part of supporting senior leadership within a busy and dynamic service. You'll manage complex diaries, coordinate meetings, handle confidential information, and build strong relationships across the organisation while helping to keep essential services running smoothly.

✨ If you're an experienced administrator with excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and the confidence to work with senior stakeholders, this is a fantastic opportunity to develop your career in a rewarding public sector role.

Apply today and help make a difference for the communities we serve. https://orlo.uk/D6CHD

We're looking for an Early Intervention & Prevention Practitioner to join our Children and Young People Service, support...
10/10/2026

We're looking for an Early Intervention & Prevention Practitioner to join our Children and Young People Service, supporting children, young people and families across Wakefield through a strengths-based, whole family approach.

You'll work alongside partners and communities to provide early help, reduce risk, build resilience and improve outcomes before challenges escalate.

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone with experience working with children, young people and families, who is passionate about early intervention, partnership working and helping families access the right support at the right time.

You'll play a key role within our Family Hubs, delivering evidence-based support and coordinating multi-agency approaches that make a real difference.

Apply today. 💜 https://orlo.uk/GnIu8

09/10/2026

We're looking for a Prestige Gardener to help maintain and enhance some of the district's most valued parks, green spaces and horticultural displays. From seasonal bedding schemes and sports grounds to specialist landscaping and grounds maintenance, you'll play a key role in keeping Wakefield cleaner, safer and greener for everyone.

Working as part of our Street Scene team, you'll use your horticultural expertise, attention to detail and practical skills to deliver high-quality environments that communities can enjoy and be proud of. 🌱 You'll work outdoors, operate specialist equipment, and contribute to projects that make a real difference across the district.

If you have experience in horticulture, enjoy hands-on work and are passionate about creating outstanding green spaces, we'd love to hear from you. https://orlo.uk/hEjxs

We're looking for a Youth Engagement Worker to join our Early Intervention and Prevention Team. In this rewarding role, ...
08/10/2026

We're looking for a Youth Engagement Worker to join our Early Intervention and Prevention Team. In this rewarding role, you'll work directly with young people aged 10 to 24, delivering activities, support and interventions that help them thrive in education, employment, training and their wider communities.

You'll build positive relationships, promote health and wellbeing, amplify youth voice, and work alongside schools, community organisations and partners to create opportunities that improve outcomes for young people across Wakefield. The role includes one-to-one support, group work and community-based engagement programmes. 🚀

If you're skilled at engaging young people, passionate about safeguarding, and committed to helping young people reach their full potential, we'd love to hear from you. https://orlo.uk/3F6Yd

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