Adult social care vacancies and recruitment
Current vacancies
We currently have the following vacancies in adult social care.
Full-time
Our latest full-time vacancies are:
There are no current vacancies.
Part-time
Our latest part-time vacancies are:
- Care Assistant – 245048 – 15 Hours
- Care Assistant (Nights) – 245045 – 15 Hours
- Reablement Care and Support Worker – 245002 – 26.25 Hours
- Senior Care Assistant – 244931 – 28 Hours
- Care Assistant – 244841 – 20 Hours
- Peripatetic Support Assistant x2 – 244621 – 24.5 Hours
- Peripatetic Support Assistant – 244489 – 21 Hours
- Care Assistant (Nights) – 245046 – 30 Hours
Casual Ad/Hoc
Our latest casual ad/hoc vacancies are:
Social Worker vacancies
Our latest social worker vacancies are:
There are no current vacancies.
Personal Assistant
A personal assistant (or PA for short) is a paid carer who is employed directly by a disabled person who needs support to live independently.
If you are interested in joining the PA register, visit the Penderel's website.
This vacancy page is updated weekly with our latest positions across adult social care. If you have any questions, need any CV advice or application support please do not hesitate to reach out to our Wakefield Cares Careers Hub team.
If you’re looking to start or progress your career in adult social care, our recruitment fairs are the perfect opportunity to find out more.
Why attend our recruitment fairs?
Our recruitment fairs are free to attend and you can talk to local care providers and employers across the Wakefield district.
- explore opportunities: Discover a wide variety of roles, from entry-level positions to senior roles
- meet care providers face to face: Meet hiring managers in person and make a great first impression. It is a great opportunity to get to know the company more and ask any questions you may have
- on-the-day interviews: Many providers have the option of an interviews on the day, giving you the chance to walk away with a job offer
- support from us: Speak to the Wakefield Cares Careers Hub team for application tips, and support navigating your career journey
"I thought it was too late for me to start. The Recruitment Event changed everything. I learned so much, had a great experience, and walked away with a job offer!"
"I could hear about everyone’s experiences and meet the team face to face. I decided to accept the opportunity for an interview, and I got offered a position!"
Margaret and Karen
We hold recruitment events regularly throughout the year.
Our next events are:
Thursday 19 March
5pm – 7pm
The Factory, Wakefield Exchange (WX), Union Street, Wakefield, WF1 3AD
If you are looking for a career where you can truly make a difference to other people's lives, then a career in care might just be for you.
Get help with the Wakefield Cares Careers Hub
Wakefield Cares Careers Hub is dedicated to promoting adult social care careers. We’re based within Wakefield Council but we liaise with care providers across the Wakefield district. We can be your gateway to a fulfilling career.
Find out the many ways we can help you on our Guidance from the Wakefield Cares Careers Hub’ page.
Take a look at our programmes designed to help people gain some experience in adult social care:
- Growing Talent - designed specifically for students
- Make A Difference - designed for those with no experience of working in adult social care
And if you are already an experienced and enthusiastic adult social care worker, you might want to inspire others to join the sector. Join our ‘I care... Ambassador’ programme and share your passion.
Help for international care workers
Are you a displaced care worker, actively seeking employment and sponsorship? Do you need to secure a job before your right to remain in the UK expires?
Simply fill in this short questionnaire. We’ll then put you in touch with a regional hub which can help you.
If you need any help or advice, contact internationalrecruitment@wakefield.gov.uk
“I would like to express my sincere gratitude for all the support and assistance you have provided in helping me search for employment. Thank you for your time, encouragement, and dedication. I truly appreciate all that you’ve done to support me during my job search.” - Displaced Worker supported by Wakefield Cares Careers Hub