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.
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.
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SEND EYFS Practitioner Rotherham, S65 £95 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 primary school in the S65 area of Rotherham to recruit for an experienced and enthusiastic SEND EYFS Practitioner to work within a specialist unit for children with complex needs, including medical, ASD and Developmental Delay. The mornings will be working with children aged 6-50 months, and in the afternoons you will be working within a FS1 classroom.
Due to the needs of the students in the unit, previous experience of manual handling and personal care is essential.
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 essential
- Medical experience desirable but not essential
- 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 Category | Early Years |
| Salary | £95 per day |
| Location | Rotherham, S65 |
| Start Date | ASAP |
| Contract Type | Temp - Perm following a successful 12 week placement |
| Working Hours | Monday- Friday 8.30-3.30 TERM TIME ONLY |
| Employment Type | Full-time |
| Setting | Primary School |
SEND EYFS Practitioner Rotherham, S65 £95 per day Start date: ASAP Contract type: Temp – perm Working hours: Monday – Friday (term time only) 8.30 – 3.30 Unique School Solutions are support...
Autism (ASD) 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
Essential requirements for the role:
- 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
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 Category | Level 3 Teaching Assistant |
| Salary | £110.00 per day |
| Location | Rotherham, S63 |
| Start Date | ASAP |
| Contract Type | Temp - Perm following a successful 12 week placement |
| Working Hours | 09:00 - 16:30 |
| Employment Type | Full-time |
| Setting | SEND School |
Autism (ASD) specialist Teaching Assistant Rotherham, S63 £115 per day Start date: ASAP Contract type: Temp – perm following 12 weeks successful temporary placement Working hours: Monday – Fr...
Sheffield, S25
£100 per day
Start date: ASAP
Contract type: Temp - perm
Working hours: Monday – Friday, (term time only) 8.30- 3.30
Unique School Solutions is supporting a friendly and inclusive primary school in the S25 area of Sheffield to recruit a SEND Teaching Assistant to work in a split role throughout school. You will be working 1:1 with a child with complex needs in the morning, and then supporting children in Key Stage 1 and 2 with speech, language, and communication needs in the afternoon.
This is a full-time role to commence ASAP, working Mondays to Fridays 8:30am to 3:30pm.
The school:
- Ofsted ‘Good’ school
- Child-centered and inclusive school
- A stimulating curriculum
- Access to an exceptional, experienced, and positive specialist staff team
- Strong community links
- A chance to make a real difference to the lives of children
The role:
- Supporting children with speech, language and communication needs in a small and bespoke specialist provision within school
- Working under the direction of the teacher
- Providing personalised support and learning to children with SEND
- Working as part of a close-knit team
- High-quality professional development and support
Essential requirements for the role:
- Previous and recent experience of working with children with SEND in a school environment
- Previous experience of working with children with a range of needs, including speech and language difficulties
- Be prepared to support children’s physical needs, including supporting toileting, changing nappies and feeding children
- Have a good understanding of how the fundamentals of reading, writing and maths develop in Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2
- Good literacy and numeracy skills
- Ability to use own initiative
- The ability to build rapport with young learners
- The ability to use own initiative and work with other support staff
- The ability to work 1:1 and support small groups with learning
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 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
Unique School Solutions is 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 Offenders Act 1974. It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in a regulated activity relevant to children.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay.
Job Features
| Job Category | Level 3 Teaching Assistant |
| Salary | £100.00 Per day |
| Working Hours | 08:30 - 15:30 |
Sheffield, S25 £100 per day Start date: ASAP Contract type: Temp – perm Working hours: Monday – Friday, (term time only) 8.30- 3.30 Unique School Solutions is supporting a friendly and inclus...
SEND Teaching Assistant Doncaster £500 per week (term time) Start date: ASAP Contract type: Temp - perm Working hours: Full-time, Monday – Friday (term time only)
Unique School Solutions are working with a specialist school in Doncaster who require an experienced, skilled, and enthusiastic SEND Teaching Assistant to work in lower Key Stage 3, supporting approx 14 students with SEND needs.
The school is an inclusive, warm and welcoming environment which provides specialist educational opportunities to pupils with Moderate Learning Disabilities including Autism, Global Delay and Speech and Language needs. The students will require different and alternative strategies for learning using a range of teaching strategies. Therefore, previous experience supporting SEND learners within a school is essential.
The role:
- Working with approx 14 students with a range of needs, supporting them educationally and emotionally.
- Working alongside 3 other TA's under the direction of the class teacher.
About the school:
- Ofsted rated "Outstanding" school.
- Offers exceptional learning experiences to students.
- Supportive and well-organised leadership team.
Essential requirements for the role:
- Previous experience working with children with SEND, including but not limited to Autism, Global Delay, and Speech and Language needs. PLEASE NOTE this must have been within a school/college environment, and within the last 2 years.
- A good understanding of providing differentiated learning opportunities.
- 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 are desirable but not essential.
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 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
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 Category | Level 3 Teaching Assistant |
| Salary | £100.00 per day |
| Location | Doncaster, DN5 |
| Start Date | ASAP |
| Contract Type | Temporary |
| Working Hours | 27.5 hours a week |
| Employment Type | Full-time |
| Setting | SEND School |
SEND Teaching Assistant Doncaster £500 per week (term time) Start date: ASAP Contract type: Temp – perm Working hours: Full-time, Monday – Friday (term time only) Unique School Solutions are ...
SEMH Teaching Assistant (Primary) Rotherham, S65 £100 per day Start date: ASAP Contract type: Temp - perm Working hours: Monday – Friday, (term time only) 8.15- 3.30
Unique School Solutions are supporting a Primary School in the S65 area of Rotherham to appoint a specialist SEMH Teaching Assistant to work as part of the SEND team supporting children in small groups and on a 1:1 basis with SEMH. The role will be working within the classroom under the direction of the teacher supporting students with the 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)
- Primary school experience
- Previous SEMH experience
- 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 Category | Level 3 Teaching Assistant |
| Salary | £100.00 per day |
| Location | Rotherham, S65 |
| Start Date | ASAP |
| Contract Type | Temp - Perm following a successful 12 week placement |
| Working Hours | 08:15 - 15:30 |
| Employment Type | Full-time |
| Setting | Primary School |
SEMH Teaching Assistant (Primary) Rotherham, S65 £100 per day Start date: ASAP Contract type: Temp – perm Working hours: Monday – Friday, (term time only) 8.15- 3.30 Unique School Solutions a...
Level 3 Teaching Assistant Rotherham, Maltby £95 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 primary school in the S66 area of Rotherham to recruit for an experienced and enthusiastic Level 3 Teaching Assistant to work supporting in the classroom in both Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2. This is an inclusive school with a rich and engaging curriculum and supportive staff team.
About the school:
- Warm and welcoming school with strong community links
- Supportive and well organised leadership team
-Essential requirements for the role:
- Previous experience working within a school (mainstream, nursery or special)
- Level 3 or above qualified
- Experience supporting children with SEND
- 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 Category | Level 3 Teaching Assistant |
| Salary | £95.00 per day |
| Location | Rotherham, S66 |
| Start Date | ASAP |
| Contract Type | Temp - Perm following a successful 12 week placement |
| Working Hours | 08:30 - 15:30 |
| Employment Type | Full-time |
| Setting | Primary School |
Level 3 Teaching Assistant Rotherham, Maltby £95 per day Start date: ASAP Contract type: Temp – perm Working hours: Monday – Friday (term time only) 8.30 – 3.30 Unique School Solutions are ...
SEND Teaching Assistant
Sheffield, S36
£100 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 supporting a small, community primary school in the S36 area of Sheffield, who are needing a Special Needs Teaching Assistant to work in their specialist SEND resource. The role will be working within the resource unit, supporting a small group of students with Special Educational Needs - predominantly Autism and non-verbal, under the direction of the teacher. The role is to start ASAP and for the right person could lead to a permanent job after 12 weeks.
About the school:
- Small, community 1 form entry primary school
- Supportive and well organised leadership team
Essential requirements for the role:
- Previous experience working within a school or similar setting
- Experience working with children with Special Educational Needs
- EYFS curriculum knowledge
- 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
- 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 Category | Level 3 Teaching Assistant |
| Salary | £100.00 per day |
| Location | Sheffield, S36 |
| Start Date | ASAP |
| Contract Type | Temp - Perm following a successful 12 week placement |
| Working Hours | 08:30 - 15:30 |
| Employment Type | Full-time |
| Setting | Primary School |
SEND Teaching Assistant Sheffield, S36 £100 per day Start date: ASAP Contract type: Temp – perm following 12 weeks successful temporary placement Working hours: Monday – Friday, term time onl...
