Thank you for your interest in coming to work in Wakefield

"The percentage of vocational qualifications attained at 16 is well above statistical neighbours and nationally" Ofsted Report - February 2001

Wakefield is one of the largest Metropolitan LEAs in England, and in many respects, one of the most successful. 

Examination and test results are showing consistent improvement; school inspection reports confirm that the quality of teaching and learning is high; and schools have the confidence to design new courses and new ways of delivering the curriculum.

We have a large and diverse education service which offers outstanding opportunities to build a career in teaching while still being small enough for relatinships between schools and the LEA to be close and productive.  We take pride in knowing our schools, and the people who work in them, very well.

Teachers who come to the Wakefield District tend to stay with us - it's a good place to work and live.

This information is designed to give you a brief insight into the Wakefield District, but please contact us for more information if you need to.