Teaching Assistants and Support Staff - Supply Desk

Buckinghamshire Council; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local education provider is offering various roles for Teaching Assistants, Learning Support Assistants, and Behaviour Mentors across Buckinghamshire. Ideal candidates are enthusiastic individuals eager to support students with diverse needs, and previous experience is a plus but not required. This role offers flexibility in hours, ongoing training, and dedicated support to help candidates succeed in their educational journey.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Ongoing training and development

24/7 consultant support

Qualifications

• Passionate about supporting students' learning and wellbeing.
• Prior experience in education or youth support is desirable but not essential.
• Valid DBS or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils 1:1, in small groups or within the classroom alongside the teacher.
• Assist with students' learning and behaviour support.
• Participate in ongoing training and development.

Skills

Enthusiastic individuals

Excellent communication

Patience

Empathy

Adaptability

Job description

Teaching Assistants and Support Staff - Supply Desk

Location:

Supply Desk, in partnership with Buckinghamshire Council, is proud to offer a wide range of opportunities for Teaching Assistants, Learning Support Assistants and Behaviour Mentors across the county. Whether you’re experienced or starting your journey in education, we’ll help you find a role that makes an impact.

Location: Buckinghamshire

Contract: Short-Term/Long-Term

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

About us

Why Join Us?

• Strong Local Partnerships: We work closely with Buckinghamshire schools to ensure you’re matched to the right role.
• Diverse Opportunities: Choose from mainstream, SEN or alternative provision settings.
• Professional Growth: Access ongoing training and development through our CPD Learning Hub, including safeguarding, behaviour support, de-escalation and SEND modules.
• Flexibility: Tailor your schedule with part-time, full-time or term-based roles. Most positions follow school hours and term-time schedules.
• Dedicated Support: Our consultants are here to guide you at every step, with regular check-ins, clear behaviour policies and wellbeing support.
• Competitive pay and pension options, aligned to role type and experience.
• Clear career progression into teaching or specialist roles.
• 24/7 consultant support and wellbeing advice.

About the role

We have a wide range of opportunities for Teaching Assistants, Learning Support Assistants and Behaviour Mentors across the county.

About you

What We’re Looking For:

• Enthusiastic individuals passionate about supporting students’ learning and wellbeing.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patience, empathy and adaptability to work with diverse student needs.
• Prior experience in education or youth support (desirable but not essential).
• Valid DBS (or willingness to obtain one).
• You may support pupils 1:1, in small groups or within the classroom alongside the teacher — full guidance provided, even if this is your first role in education.

Other information

Send your CV [e-mail] call01296 752 499/01494 840 527by the closing date of Thursday 30th April 2026.