Behaviour Support Assistant
High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire Part Time / Full Time | Fixed Term Contract / Permanent January 2027 Start
Are you passionate about supporting children and helping them overcome barriers to learning? Do you have experience working with children or individuals with challenging behaviours?
Supply Desk is currently recruiting a Behaviour Support Assistant to work within a welcoming primary school in the High Wycombe area, starting in January 2027.
The school is looking for a patient, resilient and nurturing individual who can provide support to pupils who may display challenging behaviour or require additional assistance to access learning.
Previous experience in a school setting is desirable, but candidates with transferable skills and experience from other professions are also encouraged to apply.
Key responsibilities will include:
Supporting pupils with behavioural, emotional and social needs.
Providing 1:1 and small group support to children across Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2.
Promoting positive behaviour and encouraging engagement in learning.
Building positive and trusting relationships with pupils.
Supporting the class teacher and wider school team to maintain an inclusive learning environment.
Helping pupils develop confidence, independence and positive social skills.
Who would be suitable for this role?
We welcome applications from individuals with backgrounds in:
Sports coaching and youth work.
Psychology and recent graduates.
Social work and care work.
Behaviour support and mentoring.
Residential childcare.
You will need to demonstrate a calm, patient and consistent approach, alongside a genuine passion for supporting children.
Supply Desk can offer you:
Competitive rates of pay.
Recommend a friend bonus scheme.
Out-of-hours on-call service.
Day-to-day and long-term assignments.
A dedicated consultant to support you throughout your placement.
Opportunities for professional development.
Pension contribution scheme.
Supply Desk is working in partnership with Buckinghamshire Local Authority and represent a host of opportunities in Buckinghamshire. In addition to top rates of pay, and a commitment to your professional development we can offer you a pension contribution scheme and a dedicated consultant to support you every step of the way. Please visit our website .
Due to the overwhelming response to online advertising, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Supply Desk offer a £100 ‘Golden Hello’ for anyone who introduces a teacher/teaching assistant. Get in touch for further details.
Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be required to complete an enhanced DBS (formerly CRB) check which must be maintained throughout the period of employment and meet Safer Recruitment standards
