The district is a shopping hotspot, filled with retail stores, restaurants and speciality stores – meaning there are dozens of new jobs available.
Any one of these roles could be perfect for someone looking for a fresh career.
All jobs listed can be found on Indeed.
Here are 14 new job roles in and around Wakefield.
1. National Highways - Control Room Operator
£28,050.00 - £35,062.50 a year. The successful candidate will set road signs and signals, coordinate with emergency services and ensure road workers can safely carry out maintenance and upgrades. Photo: Google Maps
2. Wakefield Grammar School Foundation - Exam Invigilator
£14.45 an hour. The successful applicants will be expected to conduct examinations in accordance with the Joint Council for Qualifications, awarding bodies and Wakefield Grammar School Foundation instructions. Photo: Google Maps
3. Chantry Vets - Trainee Veterinary Nurse
Up to £26,666.64 a year. The ideal applicant would be hard working, passionate and will already have experience of working within the animal care industry and hold relevant qualifications. Photo: Google Maps
4. Ministry of Justice - Prison Officer: HMP Wakefield
£30,001 - £40,000 a year. The successful candidate will have empathy, self-confidence, great communication skills and resilience. They will also take the time to build constructive, positive and professional relationships with prisoners. Photo: Google Maps