About The Supply Specialists
Who We Are
At The Supply Specialists, we focus on recruiting for both the secondary and special needs education sectors. Our mission is simple: to place young people at the heart of everything we do by supplying expert, compassionate staff who are dedicated to their growth, learning, and well-being.
With extensive experience working in the environments we serve — our team understands the unique challenges that schools face. We are confident in providing tailored staffing solutions, whether you need specialist teachers, teaching assistants, or pastoral staff.
Our Core Values
Young People First
We believe in putting children’s safety, development, and well-being at the forefront of every placement we make — whether in education or care.
Expert Staff
We provide highly specialised professionals who bring not only skill but also passion and empathy to their roles in educational settings.
Experience-Driven
Having worked in schools and care environments ourselves, we offer deep, practical insight into the daily realities of supporting young people and use that to deliver meaningful staffing solutions.
Our Services
We specialise in providing high-quality temporary staff, with occasional permanent placements, to education settings. Our team is ready to assist with a range of essential roles, ensuring the right people are in place to support learning, care, and development.
Whether you’re looking for day-to-day cover or longer-term solutions, we match each placement carefully to meet the specific needs of your setting — with compassion, professionalism, and a shared commitment to making a difference.
For educational settings:
- Teachers (Specialist Subjects)
- Teaching Assistants
- Exam Invigilators
- Pastoral and Behavioural Support Staff
Meet the Team
James Watts
James has over 8 years of extensive experience in education. He has been a Secondary Business Lead in education recruitment for 3 years, supporting schools across Greater Manchester. Prior to that, James spent 5 years working in secondary education as a Head of Year, Teacher of English, and Teacher of PE. He holds an Upper Law with Honours degree and is a Designated Safeguarding Lead. As a Lead Practitioner for mental health and wellbeing, James supports young people through fitness, sports, and social/emotional interventions. Additionally, James is an EAL specialist and plays a key role in offering free CPD training for cover supervisors, teaching assistants, and behavioural specialists, ensuring ongoing support for candidates.