Jobs

Wakefield Council is a former winner of the prestigious national award of Large Employer of the Year for Apprenticeships, that showcased our excellent apprenticeship programme which continues to grow.  In 2023, we had a great result in that 94% of our apprentices gained employment!

The programme can start to build your career, or help you to re-train, becoming a valued, recognised and rewarded team member.  Listen to what our apprentices have to say on the link below.

Why choose a Wakefield Council apprenticeship?  See the many benefits:  

• receive a competitive salary
• 26 days annual leave per year
• gain formal qualification
• have on-the-job training
• welfare support by a dedicated team

• health & wellbeing support
• equality focused environment
• reduced public transport travel passes
• good pension

Qualifications needed to apply:

4 x GCSEs grade 9-4 (formerly A*-C), or level 2 equivalent, including English Language and maths.

1 x A level, any subject, or level 3 equivalent

To know more visit our website Apprenticeships at Wakefield Council - Wakefield Council which has helpful information, downloads and videos providing you with hints, tips and advice in completing application forms and interview support.

• Closing date for applications: SUNDAY 15 DECEMBER 2024
• Interviews take place: January 2025
• Apprenticeship starts: January/February 2025

PLEASE NOTE WE WILL BE ADVERTISING DIFFERENT APPRENTICESHIPS THROUGHOUT 2025

Correspondence will be via e-mail, where possible, so please check your email address before submitting.

To apply please visit the above web page or visit www.wakefield.gov.uk, see ‘Jobs & Training’ click Apprenticeships, select ‘Apprenticeships at Wakefield Council’. Alternatively you can contact the Recruitment Line on 0345 8 506 506 (type talk calls welcome).

APPRENTICESHIP OPPORTUNITIES ARE ADVERTISED THROUGHOUT THE YEAR.

To apply please click the Apply Now link below.