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Helping teachers, teaching assistants, school support staff and early years practitioners find long-term and permanent roles across Sheffield, Rotherham, Barnsley and Doncaster.
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Meet Unique School Solutions
We specialise in long-term placements, providing continuity for schools and students, while offering consistency and stability for our staff.
With over 60 years of combined experience in education recruitment, we understand what makes the right match — for both schools and education professionals. We are committed to delivering a high-quality, reliable service that makes a lasting impact.
Our values are at the heart of everything we do, with a focus on quality in every placement, building strong and lasting relationships, working with kindness, supporting wellbeing, and creating an environment where everyone feels welcome.
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Devon – Supporting primary schools across Sheffield.
Lydia - Supporting schools across South Yorkshire with non-classroom based roles.
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School Administrator
Sheffield, S2
£14.61 per hour
Start date: Immediate
Contract type: Temporary
Working hours: Monday – Friday, 8.30am – 3.30pm, term time only
Unique School Solutions are supporting a Primary School in Sheffield to appoint a School Administrator. The role will involve using Arbor to support the school admin team with the general day to day running of the school. You will be based in the school reception office so will be dealing with visitors to the school and answering phone calls. The role is to start immediately, and will be full time.
About the school:
- Large primary school in central Sheffield
- Community orientated school
- "Good" school in all areas - Ofsted 2024
- Dedicated and supportive leadership team
- Previous experience working within a school and using Arbor is essential
- The ability to work under direction as well as using own initiative
- Excellent communication skills
- Accurate data management skills
- Good organisational skills
- The support of an experienced team of specialist consultants as well as a dedicated consultant who will be your point of contact from start to finish
- Paid via PAYE only with an inhouse payroll team, no hidden deductions from your pay
- Access to over 74 FREE, high quality training courses
- Refer a friend scheme
- Access to exclusive opportunities via our partner schools
- The opportunity to gain permanent employment after 12 weeks with no barriers due to our free temp – perm offer to schools
Job Features
| Job Category | Admin/HR/Finance, Primary |
| Contract type | Temporary |
| Location | Sheffield |
| Employment type | Full-time |
| Working hours | Monday to Friday, term-time only, 08:30 - 15:30 |
| Salary | £14.61 per hour |
School Administrator Sheffield, S2 £14.61 per hour Start date: Immediate Contract type: Temporary Working hours: Monday – Friday, 8.30am – 3.30pm, term time only Unique School Solutions are suppo...
Foundation Stage 1 Teacher
Rotherham, S60
£26.92 - £37.07 per hour
Start date: ASAP
Contract type: Temp – perm following 12 weeks successful temporary placement
Working hours: Monday – Friday, term time only, mornings only.
Unique School Solutions are supporting a Primary School in the S60 area of Rotherham to appoint a FS1 Teacher to work five mornings per week.
About the school:
This welcoming and inclusive primary school provides a nurturing learning environment for children aged 3–11, with additional provision for younger children. The school is committed to ensuring every child feels valued, supported and encouraged to reach their full potential. With a strong focus on high-quality teaching, early development and an engaging curriculum, the dedicated staff team works collaboratively to inspire a love of learning, raise aspirations and make a positive difference to the lives of children and the wider community.
Essential requirements for the role:
By working with Unique School Solutions, you will benefit from:
- Previous experience working within an early years or school setting, preferably with children aged 2–4 years.
- A good understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Framework and the seven areas of learning and development.
- Knowledge and understanding of child development, particularly communication, language, physical development and personal, social and emotional development.
- The ability to create a warm, welcoming, safe and stimulating learning environment where young children feel secure and valued.
- The ability to build positive relationships with young children, parents, carers and colleagues.
- Experience planning and delivering engaging, age-appropriate activities through play-based learning.
- The ability to observe, assess and record children's progress and use observations to support their individual learning needs.
- A good understanding of safeguarding, child protection, health and safety, and promoting children's welfare.
- The ability to support children's independence, confidence, communication and social skills.
- The ability to manage behaviour positively, using consistent and age-appropriate strategies.
- The ability to work effectively as part of a team, while also using initiative and taking responsibility for children's learning and development.
- Good communication and organisational skills, with the ability to work in partnership
- The support of an experienced team of specialist consultants as well as a dedicated consultant who will be your point of contact from start to finish
- Paid via PAYE only with an inhouse payroll team, no hidden deductions from your pay
- Access to over 30 FREE, high quality training courses
- Refer a friend scheme
- Access to exclusive opportunities via our partner schools
- The opportunity to gain permanent employment after 12 weeks with no barriers due to our free temp – perm offer to schools
Job Features
| Job Category | Early Years/Nursery Nurse, Nursery, Teacher |
| Contract type | Temp to perm following 12 weeks successful temporary placement |
| Location | Rotherham |
| Employment type | Part-time |
| Working hours | Monday to Friday, term time only, 08:30 - 12:30 |
| Salary | £26.92 - £37.07 per hour |
Foundation Stage 1 Teacher Rotherham, S60 £26.92 - £37.07 per hour Start date: ASAP Contract type: Temp – perm following 12 weeks successful temporary placement Working hours: Monday – Friday, t...
Science Technician
Barnsley
Salary: Grade 3 SCP7 – SCP8 - £27,274.00 - £27,709.00 (FTE, Salary to be pro rata)
Start date: January 2027 or sooner
Contract type: Permanent
Unique School Solutions are a long-term and permanent education agency supporting South Yorkshire schools with their staffing needs. We are proud to be supporting a Secondary School in the Barnsley area to appoint a Science Technician.
About the School:
- Part of a large Multi-Academy-Trust
- Strong and supportive leadership team
- Opportunity for CPD and progression
- Ofsted rated "Good" for overall effectiveness – June 2025
- Organise apparatus and resources prior to lessons, including the construction, preparation and checking of any specialist equipment
- Assist with the duties of absent colleagues and ensure work left by absent teachers is delivered to the classroom, as well as any other resources prior to the start of the lesson
- Plan experiments
- Provide support in lessons and where required cover lessons
- Oversee the storage and replacement of resources required for the delivery of science
- Assist teaching staff as required in the demonstration of practical work
- Ensure all risk assessments are carried out and updated accordingly
- Ensure the safety of equipment, laboratories and preparation areas, this includes:
- Annual testing of science apparatus
- Daily visual checks of gas, electricity and water supplies and turning them off at the end of each day
- Safe storage of hazardous apparatus
- Monitoring and maintenance of hazardous sources
- Maintain accurate inventories of departmental resources
- Assess future stock requirements and place orders as required for departmental resources and stationery
- Carry out routine maintenance and minor repairs within the department and to liaise with the site manager regarding more serious maintenance issues
- Clean and remove apparatus at the end of each lesson
- Review and re-organise the storage of apparatus on a regular basis
- Take an active role in ensuring all ‘health and safety’ procedures are met
- Portable appliance testing of all electrical equipment in designated areas
- Participate in appropriate meetings relevant to the above duties
- 5 GCSE’s or equivalent, including English and Maths
- Health and Safety training certificate or willingness to work towards
- Experience of working in a school environment
- Previous experience within specific curriculum area in particular experience in electronics and or physics would be an advantage
- Excellent communication and listening skills
- Ability to respect and maintain confidentiality
- Working knowledge of standard computer packages (word processing, email and spreadsheets)
- Ability to prioritise and manage own workload to meet appropriate deadlines
- Efficient and effective organisational skills
- Ability to relate to students in a pleasant the sympathetic manner and to recognise potential child safeguarding issues
Job Features
| Job Category | Technician |
| Contract type | Permanent |
| Location | Barnsley |
| Employment type | Full-time |
| Working hours | Monday to Friday, term time only, 37 hours a week |
Science Technician Barnsley Salary: Grade 3 SCP7 – SCP8 - £27,274.00 - £27,709.00 (FTE, Salary to be pro rata) Start date: January 2027 or sooner Contract type: Permanent Unique School Solutions a...
Autism specialist Teaching Assistant
Rotherham, S63
£115 per day
Start date: ASAP
Contract type: Temp - perm following 12 weeks successful temporary placement
Working hours: Monday – Friday, term time only
Unique School Solutions are working with a specialist school in Rotherham who are needing Autism (ASD) specialist Teaching Assistants to work in both their primary and secondary units, supporting students with Autism (ASD) and/or Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA). The role is to start ASAP and for the right person could lead to a permanent job after 12 weeks.
About the school:
- UK leading specialist school
- Supports students aged 5-19
- "Good" school in all areas - Ofsted 2023
- Supportive and well organised leadership team
- Previous experience working with children or adults with ASD and/or PDA. This needs to be within the last 2 years, and within a school/residential/social care setting
- A good level of physical fitness. This is a demanding role
- Patience, empathy and calmness
- The ability to work under the direction of the class teacher as well as using own initiative
- Personal care and Makaton experience is desirable but not essential
- The support of an experienced team of specialist consultants as well as a dedicated consultant who will be your point of contact from start to finish
- Paid via PAYE only with an inhouse payroll team, no hidden deductions from your pay
- Access to over 30 FREE, high quality training courses
- Refer a friend scheme
- Access to exclusive opportunities via our partner schools
- The opportunity to gain permanent employment after 12 weeks with no barriers due to our free temp – perm offer to schools
Job Features
| Job Category | SEND, Teaching Assistant |
| Contract type | Temp to perm following 12 weeks successful temporary placement |
| Location | Rotherham |
| Employment type | Full-time |
| Working hours | Monday to Friday, term time only, 09:00 - 16:30 |
| Salary | £115 per day |
Autism specialist Teaching Assistant Rotherham, S63 £115 per day Start date: ASAP Contract type: Temp - perm following 12 weeks successful temporary placement Working hours: Monday – Friday, term t...
SEND Teaching Assistant
Doncaster
£100 per day
Start date: ASAP
Contract type: Temp - perm following 12 weeks successful temporary placement
Working hours: Monday – Friday, 8:45am - 3:20pm, term time only
Unique School Solutions are supporting a SEND school in Doncaster, who are needing a specialist Teaching Assistant to work in their upper school ASAP. The role involves working with small groups of students with a range of needs including Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD), Communication Difficulties, Autism (ASD) and Additional/Complex Needs. Working alongside the class teacher and a number of other TA's, you will provide both academic and life learning support to students, as well as provide feedback on progress. You may be required to support with personal care. The role is to start ASAP and for the right person could lead to a permanent job after 12 weeks.
About the school:
- SEND school catering for children and young adults aged 5-19
- Ofsted rating "Good" school
- Supportive and well organised leadership team
- Previous experience working with children with Special Educational Needs
- Personal care support
- The ability to build rapport with young learners
- The ability to work under the direction of the class teacher as well as using own initiative
- The support of an experienced team of specialist consultants as well as a dedicated consultant who will be your point of contact from start to finish
- Paid via PAYE only with an inhouse payroll team, no hidden deductions from your pay
- Access to over 70 FREE, high quality training courses
- Refer a friend scheme
- Access to exclusive opportunities via our partner schools
- The opportunity to gain permanent employment after 12 weeks with no barriers due to our free temp – perm offer to schools
Job Features
| Job Category | SEND, Teaching Assistant |
| Contract type | Temp to perm following 12 weeks successful temporary placement |
| Location | Doncaster |
| Employment type | Full-time |
| Working hours | Monday to Friday, term time only, 08:45 - 15:20 |
| Salary | £100 per day |
SEND Teaching Assistant Doncaster £100 per day Start date: ASAP Contract type: Temp - perm following 12 weeks successful temporary placement Working hours: Monday – Friday, 8:45am - 3:20pm, term ti...
Key Stage 2 Teaching Assistant
Rotherham, S65
£95 per day
Start date: ASAP
Contract type: Temp - perm following 12 weeks successful temporary placement
Working hours: Monday – Friday, term time only, 08:15 - 15:30
Unique School Solutions are supporting a Primary School in the S65 area of Rotherham to appoint a Teaching Assistant to work within lower Key Stage 2 (Years 3 and 4) supporting children in small groups and on a 1:1 basis. The role will be working within the classroom under the direction of the teacher supporting students with the Key Stage 2 curriculum and developmental targets.
About the school:
- Warm and engaging school environment
- Supportive and well organised leadership team
- Large and culturally diverse school community
- Experienced SEND team
- Previous experience working within a school (mainstream or special)
- Key Stage 2 experience
- Good understanding of the lower KS2 curriculum
- The ability to build rapport with young learners
- The ability to work under the direction of the class teacher as well as using own initiative
- The ability to support small groups and on a 1:1 basis
- The support of an experienced team of specialist consultants as well as a dedicated consultant who will be your point of contact from start to finish
- Paid via PAYE only with an inhouse payroll team, no hidden deductions from your pay
- Access to over 30 FREE, high quality training courses
- Refer a friend scheme
- Access to exclusive opportunities via our partner schools
- The opportunity to gain permanent employment after 12 weeks with no barriers due to our free temp – perm offer to schools
Job Features
| Job Category | Primary, Teaching Assistant |
| Contract type | Temp to perm following 12 weeks successful temporary placement |
| Location | Rotherham |
| Employment type | Full-time |
| Working hours | Monday – Friday, term time, 08.15- 15.30 |
| Salary | £95 per day |
Key Stage 2 Teaching Assistant Rotherham, S65 £95 per day Start date: ASAP Contract type: Temp - perm following 12 weeks successful temporary placement Working hours: Monday – Friday, term time onl...
Finance Administrator
Sheffield
£15 - £16 per hour
Start date: ASAP
Contract type: Temp - perm following 12 weeks successful temporary placement
Working hours: Monday – Friday, 37 hours per week, 41 weeks per year
Unique School Solutions are supporting a Primary School in Sheffield who are looking for an experienced administrator to support their Finance Team. The role will initially be short term cover but could lead to a permanent and more senior role. You must have previous experience of working in a school and using a school finance system. The role is to start immediately and for the right person could lead to a permanent job.
About the school:
- Modern school at heart of local community
- Supportive and positive environment for staff and students
- Outstanding values and high expectations
- Latest Ofsted ‘Good’ 2024 report
- Previous experience in financial admin in a school setting
- Familiar with school finance software systems
- Able to track budgets, process invoices and purchase orders
- Excellent communication skills
- High level of numeracy and ICT skills
- The ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team
- The support of an experienced team of specialist consultants as well as a dedicated consultant who will be your point of contact from start to finish
- Paid via PAYE only with an inhouse payroll team, no hidden deductions from your pay
- Access to over 74 FREE, high quality training courses
- Refer a friend scheme
- Access to exclusive opportunities via our partner schools
- The opportunity to gain permanent employment after 12 weeks with no barriers due to our free temp – perm offer to schools
Job Features
| Job Category | Admin/HR/Finance, Primary |
| Job Category | Finance Officer |
| Contract Type | Temp to perm following a 12 week successful placement |
| Location | Sheffield |
| Employment Type | Full-time |
| Working Hours | Monday- Friday |
Finance Administrator Sheffield £15 - £16 per hour Start date: ASAP Contract type: Temp - perm following 12 weeks successful temporary placement Working hours: Monday – Friday, 37 hours per week, ...
School DT Technician
Sheffield, S10
£14.61 per hour
Start date: ASAP
Contract type: Temp - perm following 12 weeks successful temporary placement
Working hours: Monday – Friday, term time only, 8:00 - 16:00
Unique School Solutions are supporting a large secondary school in the S10 area of Sheffield, who are looking to appoint a DT Technician across both their sites. You will play a vital role in maintaining their workshops, preparing resources, and supporting students as they bring their creative designs to life. The role is to start ASAP, and for the right person could lead to a permanent job after 12 weeks.
About the school:
- Large secondary school
- Diverse community which the school serves
- Ofsted rated "Good" school
- Supportive and well organised leadership team
- Material Preparation: Prepare, cut, and distribute timber, metals, plastics, and other materials for daily practical lessons
- Equipment Maintenance: Maintain, clean, and sharpen workshop hand tools and large machinery (e.g., band saws, pillar drills, laser cutters, 3D printers)
- Classroom Support: Provide live technical assistance to teachers and students during busy, practical GCSE and A-Level classes
- Health & Safety: Ensure workshop operations comply strictly with health and safety standards, keeping accurate COSHH records and managing waste disposal
- Stock & Resource Management: Track inventory, carry out regular stock checks, and handle the procurement of raw materials and new equipment.
- Good practical DIY, manufacturing, or workshop skills
- Experience handling hand tools and materials like wood, metal, or acrylics
- Excellent organizational skills with a methodical approach to sorting resources
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a busy team
- Previous experience working within a school or educational setting
- Familiarity with modern manufacturing technologies like CAD/CAM, laser cutting, or 3D printing
- Valid Health and Safety training certificate (e.g., DATA / CLEAPSS certification)
- The support of an experienced team of specialist consultants as well as a dedicated consultant who will be your point of contact from start to finish
- Paid via PAYE only with an inhouse payroll team, no hidden deductions from your pay
- Access to over 70 FREE, high quality training courses
- Refer a friend scheme
- Access to exclusive opportunities via our partner schools
- The opportunity to gain permanent employment after 12 weeks with no barriers due to our free temp – perm offer to schools
Job Features
| Job Category | Secondary, Technician |
| Contract type | Temp to perm following 12 weeks successful temporary placement |
| Location | Sheffield |
| Employment type | Full-time |
| Working hours | Monday to Friday, term time only, 08:00 - 16:00 |
| Salary | £14.61 per hour |
School DT Technician Sheffield, S10 £14.61 per hour Start date: ASAP Contract type: Temp - perm following 12 weeks successful temporary placement Working hours: Monday – Friday, term time only, 8:0...
Teaching Assistant
Primary School
Sheffield, S21
£95 per day
Unique School Solutions are supporting a popular Church of England School in the S21 area of Sheffield to appoint a Teaching Assistant on a full-time basis supporting learners in Key Stage 1 with SEND and/or behavioural needs.
Essential requirements for the role:
- Experience supporting learners in a primary school setting
- A genuine passion for supporting learners with SEND and/or behaviours that challenge
- Patience and a nurturing approach to behaviour management
- Supportive, welcoming Church of England School
- Expected Standard in all areas - Ofsted 2026
- Strong and stable staff team
Job Features
| Job Category | Primary, Teaching Assistant |
| Job Category | Primary, SEND, Teaching Assistant |
| Contract Type | Temp to perm following 12 weeks successful placement |
| Location | Sheffield, S21 |
| Employment Type | Full-time |
| Working hours | Monday- Friday, term-time only |
| Salary | £95 per day |
Teaching Assistant Primary School Sheffield, S21 £95 per day Unique School Solutions are supporting a popular Church of England School in the S21 area of Sheffield to appoint a Teaching Assistant on ...
Year Manager
Sheffield, S35
£138 per day
Start date: November 2026
Contract type: Temp – perm following 12 weeks successful temporary placement
Working hours: Monday – Friday, term time only, 08:00 – 16:00
Unique School Solutions are supporting a large secondary school in Sheffield who are needing Year Managers. Your role will cover a number of different elements including pastoral support, attendance, managing behaviour throughout the school and being on call for classroom removals. The roles are to start in November, and for the right people could lead to permanent jobs after 12 weeks.
About the school:
- Large secondary school supporting students aged 11-16
- Strong community links
- Supportive and well organised leadership team
- Previous experience of working with children and/or young adults aged 11-16
- Strong behaviour management skills
- Strong organisational skills
- The ability to build rapport with young people whilst remaining professional and maintaining behaviour boundaries
- Resilient nature
- The support of an experienced team of specialist consultants as well as a dedicated consultant who will be your point of contact from start to finish
- Paid via PAYE only with an inhouse payroll team, no hidden deductions from your pay
- Access to over 70 FREE, high quality training courses
- Refer a friend scheme
- Access to exclusive opportunities via our partner schools
- The opportunity to gain permanent employment after 12 weeks with no barriers due to our free temp – perm offer to schools
Job Features
| Job Category | Secondary, SEND, Teaching Assistant |
| Contract type | Temp to perm following 12 weeks successful temporary placement |
| Location | Sheffield |
| Employment type | Full-time |
| Working hours | Monday to Friday, term time only, 08:00 - 16:00 |
| Salary | £138 per day |
Year Manager Sheffield, S35 £138 per day Start date: November 2026 Contract type: Temp – perm following 12 weeks successful temporary placement Working hours: Monday – Friday, term time only, 08:...
SEND Teaching Assistant (primary)
Sheffield, S21
From £100 per day
Start date: ASAP
Contract type: Temp - perm
Working hours: Monday – Friday, (term time only) 8.30- 3.30
Unique School Solutions are supporting a warm and welcoming community primary school in the S21 area of Sheffield to appoint a SEND Teaching Assistant to work in Key Stage 2. The role will be working within the classroom supporting students with SEND needs on a 1:1 and small group basis.
About the school:
- Warm and welcoming school
- Strong community links
- Supportive senior leadership team
- Previous and recent experience working within a school supporting students with SEND needs
- Previous experience of differentiating learning for students with SEND
- The ability to build rapport with young learners
- The ability to work under the direction of the class teacher as well as using own initiative
- The ability to support small groups
- The support of an experienced team of specialist consultants as well as a dedicated consultant who will be your point of contact from start to finish
- Paid via PAYE only with an inhouse payroll team, no hidden deductions from your pay
- Access to over 70 FREE, high-quality training courses
- Refer a friend scheme
- Access to exclusive opportunities via our partner schools
- The opportunity to gain permanent employment after 12 weeks
Job Features
| Job Category | Primary, SEND, Teaching Assistant |
| Contract Type | Temp to perm following 12 weeks successful placement |
| Location | Sheffield |
| Employment Type | Full-time |
| Working hours | Monday- Friday, term-time only |
| Salary | £100 per day |
SEND Teaching Assistant (primary) Sheffield, S21 From £100 per day Start date: ASAP Contract type: Temp - perm Working hours: Monday – Friday, (term time only) 8.30- 3.30 Unique School Solutions ar...
School Administrator
Sheffield, S6
£14.61 per hour
Start date: Immediately
Contract type: Temporary
Working hours: Monday – Friday, 8am – 4pm, term time only
Unique School Solutions are supporting a secondary school in Sheffield to appoint a School Administrator. The role will involve using BROMCOM to support the school admin team with the general day to day running of school. Inputting student absences from the parent messages, chasing missing registers each period, lunch duties and any General administrative duties including letters to parents and letters to LEA. This is a long term temporary position.
About the school:
- Large Sheffield Secondary School
- "Good" school in all areas - Ofsted 2025
- Supportive and well organised leadership team
- Previous experience working within a school and using BROMCOM or similar school systems
- Previous experience of handling and reporting data
- Excellent communication skills
- Experience of handling confidential data
- Accurate data management skills
- Good organisational skills
- The ability to work under direction as well as using own initiative
- The support of an experienced team of specialist consultants as well as a dedicated consultant who will be your point of contact from start to finish
- Paid via PAYE only with an inhouse payroll team, no hidden deductions from your pay
- Access to over 74 FREE, high quality training courses
- Refer a friend scheme
- Access to exclusive opportunities via our partner schools
- The opportunity to gain permanent employment after 12 weeks with no barriers due to our free temp – perm offer to schools
Job Features
| Job Category | Admin/HR/Finance, Secondary |
| Contract type | Temporary |
| Location | Sheffield |
| Employment type | Full-time |
| Working hours | Monday to Friday, term time only, 08:00 - 16:00 |
School Administrator Sheffield, S6 £14.61 per hour Start date: Immediately Contract type: Temporary Working hours: Monday – Friday, 8am – 4pm, term time only Unique School Solutions are supportin...
School Administrator
Sheffield, S26
£14.71 per hour
Start date: Immediate
Contract type: Long Term Temporary
Working hours: Monday – Friday, 8.00am – 3.30pm, term time only
Unique School Solutions are supporting a Primary School in Sheffield to appoint a School Administrator. The role will involve using the schools management system to support the school admin team with the general day to day running of the school. You will be helping with registers and dinner money, using Excel to input data and sitting on main reception, answering phone calls and dealing with visitors. The role is to start immediately, and will be full time, long term.
About the school:
- Close community Primary School
- "Expected Standard” – Ofsted September 2026
- Dedicated and supportive leadership team
- Previous experience working within a school and using a school management system is essential
- The ability to work under direction as well as using own initiative and able to hit the ground running
- Excellent communication skills
- Experience of handling confidential data
- Accurate data management skills
- Good organisational skills
- The support of an experienced team of specialist consultants as well as a dedicated consultant who will be your point of contact from start to finish
- Paid via PAYE only with an inhouse payroll team, no hidden deductions from your pay
- Access to over 74 FREE, high quality training courses
- Refer a friend scheme
- Access to exclusive opportunities via our partner schools
- The opportunity to gain permanent employment after 12 weeks with no barriers due to our free temp – perm offer to schools
Job Features
| Job Category | Admin/HR/Finance, Primary |
| Contract type | Temporary |
| Location | Sheffield |
| Employment type | Full-time |
| Working hours | Monday to Friday, term time only, 08:00 - 15:30 |
| Salary | £14.71 per hour |
School Administrator Sheffield, S26 £14.71 per hour Start date: Immediate Contract type: Long Term Temporary Working hours: Monday – Friday, 8.00am – 3.30pm, term time only Unique School Solution...
SEND Teaching Assistant
Sheffield
£115.00 per day
Start date: ASAP
Contract type: Temp – perm following 12 weeks successful temporary placement
Working hours: Monday – Friday, term time only, 08:00 – 16:00
Unique School Solutions are supporting a school in Sheffield, who are needing specialist teaching assistants to work with vulnerable, disengaged and Looked After students across Key Stages 2, 3 and 4. This could be at their main site just outside of Sheffield city centre, or at one of their numerous satellite sites across the city. The role is to start ASAP and for the right person will lead to a permanent position.
About the school:
- Specialist setting
- Diverse community which the school serves
- Ofsted rated “Good” school
- Supportive and well organised leadership team
- Previous experience working with children/young people for at least 3 months in the last 2 years.
- Previous experience of working in a Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) or Young Offenders Institute (YOI) beneficial but not essential
- The ability to build rapport with learners from a diverse background and with a range of needs
- Strong behaviour management skills – This is a challenging setting!
- A calm, resilient and empathetic nature
- The support of an experienced team of specialist consultants as well as a dedicated consultant who will be your point of contact from start to finish
- Paid via PAYE only with an inhouse payroll team, no hidden deductions from your pay
- Access to over 70 FREE, high quality training courses
- Refer a friend scheme
- Access to exclusive opportunities via our partner schools
- The opportunity to gain permanent employment after 12 weeks with no barriers due to our free temp – perm offer to schools
Job Features
| Job Category | SEND, Teaching Assistant |
| Job Category | SEND, Teaching Assistant |
| Contract Type | Temp to perm following 12 weeks successful temporary placement |
| Location | Sheffield |
| Employment Type | Full time |
| Working Hours | Monday to Friday, term time only, 8.00 -16.00 |
| Salary | £115 per day |
SEND Teaching Assistant Sheffield £115.00 per day Start date: ASAP Contract type: Temp – perm following 12 weeks successful temporary placement Working hours: Monday – Friday, term time only, 08:...
Level 3 EYFS Teaching Assistant
Rotherham, S61
From £100 per day
Start date: ASAP
Contract type: Temp - perm
Working hours: Monday – Friday, (term time only) 8.30- 3.30
Unique School Solutions are supporting a large, vibrant primary school in the S61 area of Rotherham to appoint a Level 3 EYFS Teaching Assistant. The role will be working within the classroom under the direction of the class teacher supporting children to engage with the EYFS curriculum. This is a long-term temporary to permanent position to start as soon as possible.
About the school:
- Large and vibrant school
- Strong community links
- Previous and recent experience working within EYFS in a school or nursery
- Minimum Level 3 EYFS qualification
- The ability to build rapport with young learners
- The ability to work under the direction of the class teacher as well as using own initiative
- The ability to support small groups
- The support of an experienced team of specialist consultants as well as a dedicated consultant who will be your point of contact from start to finish
- Paid via PAYE only with an inhouse payroll team, no hidden deductions from your pay
- Access to over 70 FREE, high-quality training courses
- Refer a friend scheme
- Access to exclusive opportunities via our partner schools
- The opportunity to gain permanent employment after 12 weeks
Job Features
| Job Category | Early Years/Nursery Nurse, Primary, Teaching Assistant |
| Job Category | EYFS, Teaching Assistant |
| Contract Type | Temporary to Permanent |
| Location | Rotherham |
| Employment Type | Full-time |
| Working Hours | Monday-Friday 8.30-3.30 |
| Salary | £100 |
Level 3 EYFS Teaching Assistant Rotherham, S61 From £100 per day Start date: ASAP Contract type: Temp - perm Working hours: Monday – Friday, (term time only) 8.30- 3.30 Unique School Solutions are ...
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School Administrator
Sheffield, S2
£14.61 per hour
Start date: Immediate
Contract type: Temporary
Working hours: Monday – Friday, 8.30am – 3.30pm, term time only
Unique School Solutions are supporting a Primary School in Sheffield to appoint a School Administrator. The role will involve using Arbor to support the school admin team with the general day to day running of the school. You will be based in the school reception office so will be dealing with visitors to the school and answering phone calls. The role is to start immediately, and will be full time.
About the school:
- Large primary school in central Sheffield
- Community orientated school
- "Good" school in all areas - Ofsted 2024
- Dedicated and supportive leadership team
- Previous experience working within a school and using Arbor is essential
- The ability to work under direction as well as using own initiative
- Excellent communication skills
- Accurate data management skills
- Good organisational skills
- The support of an experienced team of specialist consultants as well as a dedicated consultant who will be your point of contact from start to finish
- Paid via PAYE only with an inhouse payroll team, no hidden deductions from your pay
- Access to over 74 FREE, high quality training courses
- Refer a friend scheme
- Access to exclusive opportunities via our partner schools
- The opportunity to gain permanent employment after 12 weeks with no barriers due to our free temp – perm offer to schools
Job Features
| Job Category | Admin/HR/Finance, Primary |
| Contract type | Temporary |
| Location | Sheffield |
| Employment type | Full-time |
| Working hours | Monday to Friday, term-time only, 08:30 - 15:30 |
| Salary | £14.61 per hour |
School Administrator Sheffield, S2 £14.61 per hour Start date: Immediate Contract type: Temporary Working hours: Monday – Friday, 8.30am – 3.30pm, term time only Unique School Solutions are suppo...
Foundation Stage 1 Teacher
Rotherham, S60
£26.92 - £37.07 per hour
Start date: ASAP
Contract type: Temp – perm following 12 weeks successful temporary placement
Working hours: Monday – Friday, term time only, mornings only.
Unique School Solutions are supporting a Primary School in the S60 area of Rotherham to appoint a FS1 Teacher to work five mornings per week.
About the school:
This welcoming and inclusive primary school provides a nurturing learning environment for children aged 3–11, with additional provision for younger children. The school is committed to ensuring every child feels valued, supported and encouraged to reach their full potential. With a strong focus on high-quality teaching, early development and an engaging curriculum, the dedicated staff team works collaboratively to inspire a love of learning, raise aspirations and make a positive difference to the lives of children and the wider community.
Essential requirements for the role:
By working with Unique School Solutions, you will benefit from:
- Previous experience working within an early years or school setting, preferably with children aged 2–4 years.
- A good understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Framework and the seven areas of learning and development.
- Knowledge and understanding of child development, particularly communication, language, physical development and personal, social and emotional development.
- The ability to create a warm, welcoming, safe and stimulating learning environment where young children feel secure and valued.
- The ability to build positive relationships with young children, parents, carers and colleagues.
- Experience planning and delivering engaging, age-appropriate activities through play-based learning.
- The ability to observe, assess and record children's progress and use observations to support their individual learning needs.
- A good understanding of safeguarding, child protection, health and safety, and promoting children's welfare.
- The ability to support children's independence, confidence, communication and social skills.
- The ability to manage behaviour positively, using consistent and age-appropriate strategies.
- The ability to work effectively as part of a team, while also using initiative and taking responsibility for children's learning and development.
- Good communication and organisational skills, with the ability to work in partnership
- The support of an experienced team of specialist consultants as well as a dedicated consultant who will be your point of contact from start to finish
- Paid via PAYE only with an inhouse payroll team, no hidden deductions from your pay
- Access to over 30 FREE, high quality training courses
- Refer a friend scheme
- Access to exclusive opportunities via our partner schools
- The opportunity to gain permanent employment after 12 weeks with no barriers due to our free temp – perm offer to schools
Job Features
| Job Category | Early Years/Nursery Nurse, Nursery, Teacher |
| Contract type | Temp to perm following 12 weeks successful temporary placement |
| Location | Rotherham |
| Employment type | Part-time |
| Working hours | Monday to Friday, term time only, 08:30 - 12:30 |
| Salary | £26.92 - £37.07 per hour |
Foundation Stage 1 Teacher Rotherham, S60 £26.92 - £37.07 per hour Start date: ASAP Contract type: Temp – perm following 12 weeks successful temporary placement Working hours: Monday – Friday, t...
Science Technician
Barnsley
Salary: Grade 3 SCP7 – SCP8 - £27,274.00 - £27,709.00 (FTE, Salary to be pro rata)
Start date: January 2027 or sooner
Contract type: Permanent
Unique School Solutions are a long-term and permanent education agency supporting South Yorkshire schools with their staffing needs. We are proud to be supporting a Secondary School in the Barnsley area to appoint a Science Technician.
About the School:
- Part of a large Multi-Academy-Trust
- Strong and supportive leadership team
- Opportunity for CPD and progression
- Ofsted rated "Good" for overall effectiveness – June 2025
- Organise apparatus and resources prior to lessons, including the construction, preparation and checking of any specialist equipment
- Assist with the duties of absent colleagues and ensure work left by absent teachers is delivered to the classroom, as well as any other resources prior to the start of the lesson
- Plan experiments
- Provide support in lessons and where required cover lessons
- Oversee the storage and replacement of resources required for the delivery of science
- Assist teaching staff as required in the demonstration of practical work
- Ensure all risk assessments are carried out and updated accordingly
- Ensure the safety of equipment, laboratories and preparation areas, this includes:
- Annual testing of science apparatus
- Daily visual checks of gas, electricity and water supplies and turning them off at the end of each day
- Safe storage of hazardous apparatus
- Monitoring and maintenance of hazardous sources
- Maintain accurate inventories of departmental resources
- Assess future stock requirements and place orders as required for departmental resources and stationery
- Carry out routine maintenance and minor repairs within the department and to liaise with the site manager regarding more serious maintenance issues
- Clean and remove apparatus at the end of each lesson
- Review and re-organise the storage of apparatus on a regular basis
- Take an active role in ensuring all ‘health and safety’ procedures are met
- Portable appliance testing of all electrical equipment in designated areas
- Participate in appropriate meetings relevant to the above duties
- 5 GCSE’s or equivalent, including English and Maths
- Health and Safety training certificate or willingness to work towards
- Experience of working in a school environment
- Previous experience within specific curriculum area in particular experience in electronics and or physics would be an advantage
- Excellent communication and listening skills
- Ability to respect and maintain confidentiality
- Working knowledge of standard computer packages (word processing, email and spreadsheets)
- Ability to prioritise and manage own workload to meet appropriate deadlines
- Efficient and effective organisational skills
- Ability to relate to students in a pleasant the sympathetic manner and to recognise potential child safeguarding issues
Job Features
| Job Category | Technician |
| Contract type | Permanent |
| Location | Barnsley |
| Employment type | Full-time |
| Working hours | Monday to Friday, term time only, 37 hours a week |
Science Technician Barnsley Salary: Grade 3 SCP7 – SCP8 - £27,274.00 - £27,709.00 (FTE, Salary to be pro rata) Start date: January 2027 or sooner Contract type: Permanent Unique School Solutions a...
Autism specialist Teaching Assistant
Rotherham, S63
£115 per day
Start date: ASAP
Contract type: Temp - perm following 12 weeks successful temporary placement
Working hours: Monday – Friday, term time only
Unique School Solutions are working with a specialist school in Rotherham who are needing Autism (ASD) specialist Teaching Assistants to work in both their primary and secondary units, supporting students with Autism (ASD) and/or Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA). The role is to start ASAP and for the right person could lead to a permanent job after 12 weeks.
About the school:
- UK leading specialist school
- Supports students aged 5-19
- "Good" school in all areas - Ofsted 2023
- Supportive and well organised leadership team
- Previous experience working with children or adults with ASD and/or PDA. This needs to be within the last 2 years, and within a school/residential/social care setting
- A good level of physical fitness. This is a demanding role
- Patience, empathy and calmness
- The ability to work under the direction of the class teacher as well as using own initiative
- Personal care and Makaton experience is desirable but not essential
- The support of an experienced team of specialist consultants as well as a dedicated consultant who will be your point of contact from start to finish
- Paid via PAYE only with an inhouse payroll team, no hidden deductions from your pay
- Access to over 30 FREE, high quality training courses
- Refer a friend scheme
- Access to exclusive opportunities via our partner schools
- The opportunity to gain permanent employment after 12 weeks with no barriers due to our free temp – perm offer to schools
Job Features
| Job Category | SEND, Teaching Assistant |
| Contract type | Temp to perm following 12 weeks successful temporary placement |
| Location | Rotherham |
| Employment type | Full-time |
| Working hours | Monday to Friday, term time only, 09:00 - 16:30 |
| Salary | £115 per day |
Autism specialist Teaching Assistant Rotherham, S63 £115 per day Start date: ASAP Contract type: Temp - perm following 12 weeks successful temporary placement Working hours: Monday – Friday, term t...
