Why join us?
We are an acute trust caring for over one million people in Wakefield and Kirklees. Our 10,000 staff members work in patients’ homes, the community, and our three hospitals in Pontefract, Dewsbury, and Pinderfields (Wakefield).
We prioritise our people and values so we can deliver the best possible care to patients. Our team is friendly, passionate, and innovative, always seeking better ways to work. We support work-life balance and foster a diverse, inclusive environment where everyone belongs.
Some of our benefits include:
Generous holiday entitlement
NHS pension scheme
Extensive Employee Health and Wellbeing services
Learning and career development
If you value caring, high standards, improvement, and respect, we encourage you to join the MY team and help us in making a difference every day.
Find out more about us
You can learn more about our Trust and who we are by visiting our main website. Our strategy documents and annual reports provide valuable insights into our priorities, goals, and accomplishments to date.
Living and working in Wakefield and Kirklees
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The area boasts excellent transport connections, with direct train services to London, Leeds, and other major cities. Its proximity to the M1 and M62 motorways makes commuting by car convenient.
Scenic green spacesaddremove
Residents can enjoy beautiful parks such as Pugneys Country Park, Pontefract Park, Oakwell Hall, and the Yorkshire Sculpture Park. The Yorkshire coastline, Peak District and the Yorkshire Dales are also on the doorstep.
Affordable housingaddremove
Compared to larger cities like Leeds or Manchester, Wakefield and the surrounding areas provide more affordable housing options for both renting and buying.
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There are several good schools in Wakefield, Dewsbury and Pontefract making the area ideal for families, and it is within commuting distance to universities in Leeds and Sheffield.
Culture and eating outaddremove
Wakefield and Kirklees are lively places full of culture and great food. You can visit attractions like The Hepworth Wakefield art gallery, the Yorkshire Sculpture Park, enjoy the yearly Rhubarb Festival, or explore many theatres, cafes, and restaurants.
