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Recruitment
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Connecting teachers, teaching assistants and educational staff to long-term and permanent jobs through-out Sheffield, Rotherham, Barnsley and Doncaster.

Hero Poster

Recruitment
tailored to you

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.

Caroline - Director. Supporting candidates at the beginning of their Unique School Solutions journey.

Rebecca – Director. Supporting teachers and teaching assistants in Rotherham.

Ellie - Compliance and payroll.

Adele - Supporting SEND in schools across South Yorkshire.

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Devon – Supporting primary schools across Sheffield.

Bex – Supporting private day nurseries across South Yorkshire.

Lydia - Supporting schools across South Yorkshire with non-classroom based roles.

Full-Time, Temporary to Permanent
Sheffield
Posted 8 hours ago
Early Years Practitioner Sheffield, S4 £12.90 per hour Start date: ASAP Contract type: Temp - perm following 12 weeks successful temporary placement  Working hours: Monday – Friday 37.5 hours per week between hours 7.30am – 6pm (on rota)   Unique School Solutions is dedicated to connecting passionate, skilled education professionals with nurturing, high‑quality early years settings. We work closely with early years provisions that share our commitment to giving every child the best possible start in life. Joining us means becoming part of a supportive team that values your expertise, invests in your development, and champions your wellbeing. The role is to start ASAP and for the right person could lead to a permanent job after 12 weeks (With a list of additional benefits!).   About the nursery:
  • A warm, community‑focused preschool inspired by play‑based, child‑led learning
  • Strong emphasis on nurturing confidence, independence, and creativity in early years
  • Inclusive environment celebrating diversity, culture, and individuality
  • Supportive team committed to high‑quality EYFS practice
  • Engaging indoor and outdoor spaces designed to spark curiosity and exploration
  • Strong partnerships with families to ensure holistic support for every child
Essential requirements for the role:
  • Level 3 Early Years qualification
  • Strong understanding of the EYFS and child‑centred practice
  • Experience working in an early years or nursery setting
  • Ability to create a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment
  • Confident in observing, assessing, and planning for children’s development
  • Excellent communication skills with children, families, and colleagues
  • Commitment to safeguarding, equality, and high‑quality care
  • Reliable, proactive, and able to work well as part of a small, supportive team
By working with Unique School Solutions, you will benefit from:
  • 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
  All candidates must adhere to our stringent vetting procedure which includes a face to face registration, professional references, and an Enhanced DBS.   Unique School Solutions is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Unique School Solutions is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.   Please note: the post holder will be engaging in regulated activity, working mainly or wholly with children. This position is exempt from the rehabilitation of offender’s act 1974. It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

Job Features

Job CategoryEarly Years/Nursery Nurse, Private day nurseries
Contract typeTemp to perm following 12 weeks successful temporary placement
LocationSheffield
Employment typeFull-time
Working hoursMonday to Friday, 37.5 hours a week
Salary£12.90 per hour

Early Years Practitioner Sheffield, S4 £12.90 per hour Start date: ASAP Contract type: Temp - perm following 12 weeks successful temporary placement Working hours: Monday – Friday 37.5 hours per we...

Full-Time, Temporary to Permanent
Rotherham
Posted 1 day ago
SEND EYFS Practitioner Rotherham, S65 £95 per day Start date: September 2026 Contract type: Temp - perm following 12 weeks successful temporary placement  Working hours: Monday – Friday, term time only   Unique School Solutions are supporting a warm and welcoming primary school in the S65 area of Rotherham to recruit for an experienced and enthusiastic SEND EYFS Practitioner to work across school, supporting children with Special Educational Needs in the classroom. About the school:
  • Warm and welcoming school with strong community links
  • Supportive and well organised leadership team
  • Supportive SEND team
Essential requirements for the role:
  • Previous experience working within a school (mainstream, nursery or special)
  • Previous SEND experience
  • Personal care and Moving & Handling experience desirable
  • Level 2 or above qualified (or equivalent)
  • The ability to work under the direction of the class teacher as well as using own initiative
  • The ability to support on a 1:1 basis
By working with Unique School Solutions, you will benefit from:
  • 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
  Unique School Solutions are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants will undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers. The role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS certificate, the role is engaged in regulated activity and will therefore require a Barred List Check relevant to the post. Shortlisted Applicants will be required to complete a self-disclosure.   Unique School Solutions is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Unique School Solutions is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.   Please note: the post holder will be engaging in regulated activity, working mainly or wholly with children. This position is exempt from the rehabilitation of offender’s act 1974. It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.   All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay.

Job Features

Job CategoryEarly Years/Nursery Nurse, Primary, SEND, Teaching Assistant
Salary£95 per day
Start DateSeptember 2026
Contract typeTemp - perm
LocationRotherham, S65
Working HoursMonday – Friday (term time only) 8.30 – 3.30

SEND EYFS Practitioner Rotherham, S65 £95 per day Start date: September 2026 Contract type: Temp - perm following 12 weeks successful temporary placement Working hours: Monday – Friday, term time o...

Full-Time, Temporary to Permanent
Rotherham
Posted 1 day ago
Key Stage 2 Teaching Assistant Rotherham, S65 £95 per day Start date: September 2026 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
Essential requirements for the role:
  • 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
By working with Unique School Solutions, you will benefit from:
  • 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
  Unique School Solutions are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants will undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers. The role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS certificate, the role is engaged in regulated activity and will therefore require a Barred List Check relevant to the post. Shortlisted Applicants will be required to complete a self-disclosure.   Unique School Solutions is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Unique School Solutions is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.   Please note: the post holder will be engaging in regulated activity, working mainly or wholly with children. This position is exempt from the rehabilitation of offender’s act 1974. It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.   All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay.

Job Features

Job CategoryPrimary, Teaching Assistant
Contract typeTemp to perm following 12 weeks successful temporary placement
LocationRotherham
Employment typeFull-time
Working hoursMonday – Friday, term time, 08.15- 15.30
Salary£95 per day

Key Stage 2 Teaching Assistant Rotherham, S65 £95 per day Start date: September 2026 Contract type: Temp - perm following 12 weeks successful temporary placement Working hours: Monday – Friday, ter...

Full-Time, Permanent, Temporary to Permanent
Sheffield
Posted 1 day ago
SEND Teaching Assistant Sheffield £115 per day Start date: September 2026 Contract type: Permanent or 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 to appoint SEND Teaching Assistants for some new sites that are opening in September. Working within the classroom under the direction of the teacher, you will be supporting students across Key Stages 2,3 and 4. The role is to start in September and will either be a permanent position or a temp to perm after a 12 week period.   About the school:
  • Large school with numerous satellite sites.
  • Diverse community which the school serves.
  • Ofsted rated "Good" school.
  • Supportive and well organised leadership team.
Essential requirements for the role:
  • Teaching Assistant qualification beneficial but not essential.
  • Previous experience working with children/young adults for at least 3 months in the last 2 years. This doesn't have to be in a school.
  • The ability to build rapport with learners from a diverse background and with a range of needs.
  • The ability to work under the direction of the class teacher as well as using own initiative.
  • Experience with Phonics is advantageous.
By working with Unique School Solutions, you will benefit from:
  • 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.
  All candidates must adhere to our stringent vetting procedure which includes a face to face registration, professional references, and an Enhanced DBS.   Unique School Solutions is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Unique School Solutions is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.   Please note: the post holder will be engaging in regulated activity, working mainly or wholly with children. This position is exempt from the rehabilitation of offender’s act 1974. It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.   All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay.

Job Features

Job CategoryPrimary, Secondary, SEND, Teaching Assistant
Contract typeTemp to perm following 12 weeks successful temporary placement
LocationSheffield
Employment typeFull-time
Working hoursMonday – Friday, term time only, 08:00 - 16:00
Salary£115 per day

SEND Teaching Assistant Sheffield £115 per day Start date: September 2026 Contract type: Permanent or temp - perm following 12 weeks successful temporary placement Working hours: Monday – Friday, t...

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