West Yorkshire

Prosthetics and Orthotics jobs in Wakefield.

Prosthetics and orthotics services support amputee rehabilitation, diabetic foot protection, paediatric mobility and complex musculoskeletal need, usually through contracted specialist providers. Actionus places HCPC-registered prosthetists and orthotists into locum, contract and permanent roles across NHS limb centres and independent providers.

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Hiring in Wakefield

What the Wakefield market looks like.

Mid Yorkshire covers Pinderfields, Dewsbury and Pontefract, and rotas frequently span more than one of those sites. Central West Yorkshire road links mean Leeds and Barnsley work is also within a short commute.

Major employers in West Yorkshire

  • Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust
  • South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
  • Wakefield Council adult social care
  • Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Also covering

Pontefract · Dewsbury · Barnsley · Castleford · Leeds · Huddersfield

Typical settings

  • NHS disablement services centres
  • Contracted orthotics providers
  • Diabetic foot and wound clinics
  • Paediatric mobility services

Common specialities

  • Lower limb prosthetics
  • Upper limb prosthetics
  • Diabetic footwear
  • Paediatric orthotics
  • Spinal orthoses
  • Complex seating

Questions

Prosthetics and Orthotics work in Wakefield, answered.

What prosthetics and orthotics jobs are available in Wakefield?
Actionus advertises locum, contract, bank and permanent prosthetics and orthotics roles across Wakefield and the wider West Yorkshire area, including nhs disablement services centres, contracted orthotics providers, diabetic foot and wound clinics. Live vacancies are listed on this page and updated as they are released.
Which employers hire prosthetists and orthotists in Wakefield?
Major healthcare employers in and around Wakefield include Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust, South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust, Wakefield Council adult social care, Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, alongside independent providers, local authority teams and primary care networks.
What registration do I need to work as a prosthetics and orthotics professional through Actionus?
You will need current registration with the relevant UK regulator, an enhanced DBS, right-to-work documents and satisfactory references. Our compliance team confirms exactly what is required for each assignment before you start.
How quickly can I start a locum assignment in Wakefield?
If your compliance file is already complete, short-notice cover can often start within days. If you are new to Actionus, register first and we will build your file while we match you to suitable roles.
How do I get paid for temporary work?
Temporary and locum workers submit hours weekly through the Actionus online timesheet portal. Once your authoriser approves the timesheet, payment is processed through PAYE, umbrella or your limited company, depending on the payment method agreed on your assignment.

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