Join our children and young people's team
We want every child in the district to achieve their full potential. For them to be happy, healthy and safe.
We’re an Ofsted rated ‘Good’ authority, with ‘Outstanding’ in social care. Our Local Area SEND partnership received a top Ofsted and CQC rating, recognising strong outcomes and ambitious, effective joint working.
Our team is our greatest and strongest asset in delivering this. And we have created an environment for good social work to thrive.
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Why choose Wakefield?
We know a happy and stable workforce is best placed to deliver the best outcomes for our children and young people. Explore why you should choose Wakefield for children’s social work. -
Support and development
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About children's social work
A career in children’s social work will be both challenging and rewarding. Find out more about children’s social work. -
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Children’s residential care
Every child deserves a safe, loving home and positive experiences that will set them up for life. That’s why residential childcare is so important. Working in a children’s home is a chance to make an enormous difference to the lives of young people.