SEN, PRU & ARP Specialists - Supply Desk

Buckinghamshire Council; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational support organization is seeking passionate teachers and support staff to work with students with Special Educational Needs in Buckinghamshire. This role involves delivering differentiated lessons, promoting engagement, and collaborating with educational teams to foster a nurturing environment. Ideal candidates are resilient, empathetic, and possess effective communication skills. Opportunities include short-term and long-term roles in primary and secondary settings. Competitive pay rates and comprehensive training are provided.

Benefits

Comprehensive Training & CPD

Flexible Placements

Career Progression

Dedicated Consultant Support

Competitive Pay Rates

Qualifications

• Passion for supporting students with Special Educational Needs.
• Experience in PRUs or ARP settings is desirable.
• DBS clearance or willingness to apply.

Responsibilities

• Deliver tailored lessons to meet individual needs.
• Build positive relationships with students.
• Collaborate with SENCOs to implement effective strategies.

Skills

Support for students with SEN

Effective communication skills

Empathy and resilience

Education

Qualified Teacher or equivalent

Job description

SEN, PRU & ARP Specialists - Supply Desk

Location:

Are you passionate about supporting students with Special Educational Needs (SEN), Pupil Referral Units (PRUs) or in Additionally Resourced Provision (ARP)?

Supply Desk is seeking dedicated teachers (Qualified Teachers or equivalent including overseas-trained teachers), unqualified educators, teaching assistants and behaviour mentors to join schools across Buckinghamshire.

These are roles where your patience, creativity and empathy will genuinely change lives.

Location: Buckinghamshire

Contract: Short-Term/Long-Term

Hours: Full-Time/Part-Time /Day-to-Day

About us

As the preferred recruitment partner of Buckinghamshire Council, Supply Desk has built strong relationships with schools throughout the region. Our team of expert consultants possesses in-depth knowledge of the local education landscape, ensuring we understand the specific staffing needs and requirements of Buckinghamshire schools.

Supply Desk places teachers in a variety of roles, including daily supply, short-term contracts, long-term placements, fixed term contracts and permanent opportunities. We cover all sectors, subject areas and key stages, including Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). Our mission is to match talented teachers with the right schools, thereby raising educational standards and fostering rewarding careers in the field of education.

What We Offer:

• Comprehensive Training & CPD – Behaviour support, de-escalation, safeguarding and specialist SEN training.
• Flexible Placements – Full-time, part-time or block bookings.
• Career Progression – Pathways into permanent SEN roles and leadership routes.
• Dedicated Consultant Support – Regular check-ins, wellbeing support and ongoing guidance.
• Competitive Pay Rates reflecting your skills, experience and the specialist nature of work.

About the role

We’re recruiting for roles in both primary and secondary SEN, PRU and ARP settings, where you’ll:

• Deliver or support differentiated lessons tailored to individual needs, including pupils with ASC, ADHD, SEMH, MLD and other complex needs.
• Build positive relationships with students, promoting confidence and engagement.
• Collaborate with SENCOs and support teams to implement effective strategies.
• Foster a safe, inclusive and nurturing classroom environment that supports emotional regulation and routine.
• You’ll be supported by established school behaviour teams, clear escalation processes and consistent staff ratios to help keep everyone safe.

About you

What We’re Looking For:

• Teachers (Qualified Teacher or equivalent including overseas-trained teachers), unqualified educators or support staff with a passion for inclusion.
• Experience in SEN, PRU, ARP or behavioural support (desirable)
• Resilience, empathy and strong communication skills.
• DBS clearance (or willingness to apply).

Other information

Send your CV to [e-mail] or call 01296 752 499/01494 840 527 by the closing date of Thursday 30th April 2026.