Recruitment
Tailored to You
Connecting teachers, teaching assistants and educational staff to long-term and permanent jobs through-out Sheffield, Rotherham, Barnsley and Doncaster.
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.
Browse Our Roles
- Previous experience working within a school (mainstream or special)
- Secondary school employment experience
- Experience supporting students with SEND
- The ability to build positive rapport with 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 | Secondary, SEND, Teaching Assistant |
| Contract type | Long-term and temp to perm following a successful 12 week temporary placement |
| Location | Sheffield |
| Employment type | Full-time |
| Working hours | Monday – Friday, term time only, 8.00 – 16.00 |
| Salary | £100-£115 per day |
SEND Teaching Assistant (Secondary schools) Unique School Solutions are supporting several mainstream secondary schools in Sheffield to recruit SEND Teaching Assistants to work either within the class...
- A Level 3 full and relevant childcare qualification
- A strong working knowledge of the EYFS and current safeguarding procedures
- A genuine passion for early years education
- A paediatric first aid certificate (preferred, but training can be provided)
- A warm, caring, and professional approach when working with children, colleagues, and families
- Flexibility in availability and hours
- Acting as a key person for a small group of children
- Building positive, professional relationships with parents and families
- Working closely with external agencies to support children’s development
- Planning and delivering fun, engaging, and purposeful learning opportunities (under the direction of the Room Leader)
- Observing, assessing, and monitoring children’s progress
- Monday to Friday
- Various shifts available between 7:30 am – 6:00 pm
- Flexibility required
- 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 in-house 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, Private day nurseries |
| Contract type | Short-term and temp to perm following 12 weeks successful temporary placement |
| Location | South Yorkshire |
| Employment type | Full-time |
| Working Hours | Part-time & full-time shifts available, Monday – Friday, term time only |
| Salary | £14.61 per hour |
Level 3 Early Years Practitioner – Flexible & long-term opportunities Unique School Solutions are recruiting Level 3 Early Years Practitioners to join our growing demand for private day nurserie...
- Previous experience working within a school (mainstream or special)
- Primary school employment experience
- Experience supporting students with SEND
- The ability to build positive rapport with 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, SEND, Teaching Assistant |
| Contract type | Long-term and temp to perm following a successful 12 week temporary placement |
| Location | Sheffield |
| Employment type | Full-time |
| Working hours | Monday – Friday, term time only, 8.00 – 16.00 |
| Salary | £100 - £110 per day |
SEND Teaching Assistant (Primary schools) Unique School Solutions are supporting several mainstream primary schools in Sheffield to recruit SEND Teaching Assistants to work either within the classroom...
- 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...
- 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 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 | 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...
- Large school with numerous satellite sites
- Diverse community which the school serves
- Ofsted rated "Good" school
- Supportive and well organised leadership team
- Proven experience managing facilities, estates, or operations across multiple physical sites
- A recognized Health & Safety qualification, such as IOSH Managing Safely or NEBOSH General Certificate
- Multi-site team leadership experience including line management, rota & cover management and training & development
- Health, Safety & Statutory Compliance experience including statutory testing, risk assessments and audit readiness
- Maintenance & capital works experience including planned & reactive maintenance, contractor management and site security
- Cleaning operations & hygiene experience including standards enforcement and stock & equipment control
- Financial & environmental sustainability experience including budget management and energy management
- Full, clean driving licence and access to a vehicle
- 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 | Facilities/Caretaker/Cleaner, SEND |
| Contract type | Permanent or temp to perm following 12 weeks successful temporary placement |
| Location | Sheffield |
| Employment type | Full-time |
| Working hours | Flexible |
Facilities Manager Sheffield Start date: September 2026 Contract type: Permanent or Temp - Perm following 12 weeks successful temporary placement Working hours: Flexible Unique School Solutions are su...
- Large school with numerous satellite sites
- Diverse community which the school serves
- Ofsted rated "Good" school
- Supportive and well organised leadership team
- Financial Administration experience including invoices & orders, income collection, banking and ledger care.
- Budgeting & Reporting experience including monitoring, variance tracking and year-end support.
- Compliance & Procurement experience including value for money, regulations and VAT returns.
- General Administration & Safeguarding experience including communication and safeguarding.
- Experience using school management information systems (e.g., SIMS FMS, Access Education, PS Financials).
- Minimum GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics at Grade C/4 or above.
- A relevant accounting qualification (e.g., AET, AAT Level 2 or 3) is desirable.
- 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 | Admin/HR/Finance, SEND |
| Contract type | Permanent or temp - perm following 12 weeks successful temporary placement |
| Location | Sheffield |
| Employment type | Full-time |
| Working hours | Monday – Friday, 41 weeks |
Finance Officer Sheffield Start date: September 2026 Contract type: Permanent or temp - perm following 12 weeks successful temporary placement Working hours: Monday – Friday, 41 weeks Unique School ...
