Wakefield Teaching Jobs
About Wakefield
Known as cathedral city, Wakefield lies 9 miles south of Leeds. Wakefield is most famous for its cathedral, rhubarb and coal-mining heritage. This city is home to the National Mining Museum for England, the Hepworth gallery and a transport hub and alternative base for visiting Leeds or York.
Wakefield has a vast amount of schools which creates great opportunity and options for teachers looking to make a move to this city.
With a convenient communications network providing fast connections by rail, road and air, Wakefield offers unsurpassed transport links. Between the M1 and M62 and with the A1, the district is well placed to access other regional centres such as Leeds, Sheffield and York.
How much is the cost of living in Wakefield?
- The estimated cost of living for a family of four in Wakefield is £2, 386 excluding rent.
- The estimated living cost for a single person is £685,97 excluding rent.
What schools are there in Wakefield?
Of the 51 registered schools in Wakefield:
- 8 schools were rated as outstanding in their latest OFSTED inspection, 28 schools rated good and 3 schools require improvement
- 20 are academies, 19 are maintained schools, 5 are independent schools, 5 are special education schools and 2 are colleges
- 40 are primary schools, 13 are secondary schools and 8 are schools for those aged 16 – 18
Why choose teaching jobs in Wakefield?
- Convenient transport links
- Great scenery and rich history
- Excellent and accommodating schools
- Lovely district to relocate to if you are looking for a fresh start
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