Balfor Recruitment is a respected Birmingham recruitment agency committed to assisting you in finding your next career in the education sector. If you want to start a fulfilling career as a cover supervisor, advance to a more senior position, or simply explore new prospects, explore our Cover Supervisor Jobs in Birmingham. We are here to support and advise you in your search for the appropriate cover supervisor position that matches your talents, passion, and career goals.
Why be a cover supervisor in Birmingham?
Being on the lookout for a cover supervisor job in Birmingham could mean you end up with a position that engages you in various ways. From classroom management skills to work-life balance and varied experience with kids of different age groups and a variety of topics to cover day-to-day.
Cover supervisors will find themselves working on their professional development as a teacher while being part of a supportive school community. You'll end up working collaboratively with teachers, support staff and students and building relationships to improve the educational experience overall for everyone in your new workplace community.
When it comes to working in Birmingham, you're going to find yourself in a city full of oppurtunity and diversity! Birmingham as a city is full of a variety of industries, meaning you're exposing yourself to a wide range of fields your students could be looking to get into and exposing yourself to a multitude of different cultural backgrounds too.
If you want to work as a cover supervisor in education and have a lucrative and challenging career, Birmingham is a terrific location to be. Birmingham has something for everyone, with its strong need for cover supervisors, variety of schools, and diverse student population.
Land a Cover Supervisor Role with Balfor Recruitment
The next stage in your career may elicit a range of emotions, including enthusiasm, worry, and even anxiety. Balfor Recruitment understand you, and the multitude of feelings that accompany career progression. As one of the leading education recruitment agencies in Birmingham, we're here to help you in finding your ideal cover supervisor position in Birmingham to meet your aspirations.
It is advantageous to have prior experiences in the education sector if you are considering a position as a cover supervisor. Higher academic credentials are also useful, as many cover supervisor roles favour individuals with a strong educational grounding. While research experience and academic publications are not usually necessary for cover supervisor positions, any relevant expertise can help your candidature.
It may seem daunting, but it's also helpful to start developing your professional network if you haven't already. Establishing a network inside the educational community is beneficial for job progression. Participation in professional organisations and interactions with colleagues can help you land that next role a lot easier than if you're lacking in this experience.
If you feel like you're the right fit to become a cover supervisor and are looking for that next step in your career, let Balfor Recruitment help you go further!
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If you want to find your next step with our cover supervisor jobs in Birmingham, or maybe you're looking for something different, submit your CV to Balfor and we can find you the next position you've been looking for.
Cover Supervisor / Teaching Assistant (SEN)
Birmingham
£95 – £130 per day
Full Time
Balfor Education, a specialist recruiter with over 20 years of experience, is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant or Cover Supervisor for a Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) in Birmingham. This full-time role involves supporting students with complex needs, including ASC, challenging behaviour, and SEMH difficulties, helping them re-engage with learning in a structured, supportive environment. Experience with non-verbal students and communication tools like PECS is beneficial.
Geography Teacher
Birmingham, Moseley
£150 – £250 per day (based on experience)
Full Time
Balfor Recruitment is working with an amazing Moseley based secondary school who are looking for a QTS Geography teacher to start as soon as possible. The role is long term maternity cover and will go into the next academic year from September.
Cover Supervisor/ Teaching Assistant
Birmingham
£95 - £160 per day
Full Time
Balfor Recruitment is seeking a dedicated and experienced Cover Supervisor/Teaching Assistant for a full-time, ongoing position at a supportive school in Birmingham. This role involves working closely with children with Special Educational Needs (SEN), particularly those with complex ASC and communication challenges.
Cover Supervisor – Birmingham – Permanent
Bordesley Green, Birmingham
Competitive, based on experience
Full Time
Balfor Recruitment is working with a secondary school in the Bordesley Green area who are looking for an experienced cover supervisor to join them immediately. The role is permanent and full time.
Cover Supervisor – September Start – Birmingham
Tyseley, Birmingham
Competitive, based on experience
Full Time
Balfor Recruitment is working with a secondary school based in Tyseley that is looking for a cover supervisor to start in September 2025. The role is permanent and full time with the opportunity of an immediate start for the right candidate.
Attendance Officer
Birmingham
£90 - £130
Full Time
Balfor Recruitment is currently seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Attendance Officer to join a welcoming and inclusive school in Birmingham on a part-time basis (Thursdays and Fridays). This vital role involves supporting student success by monitoring attendance, communicating with families, and working closely with staff to ensure high levels of punctuality and engagement.
Cover Supervisor / Teaching Assistant (SEN)
Birmingham
£95 – £130 per day
Full Time
Balfor Education, a specialist recruiter with over 20 years of experience, is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant or Cover Supervisor for a Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) in Birmingham. This full-time role involves supporting students with complex needs, including ASC, challenging behaviour, and SEMH difficulties, helping them re-engage with learning in a structured, supportive environment. Experience with non-verbal students and communication tools like PECS is beneficial.
Cover supervisor – Birmingham
Birmingham
£90 - £130 per day
Full Time
Balfor recruitment is working with multiple secondary schools in the Birmingham area. They are looking for regular experienced cover supervisors. The schools are all well established and offer brilliant opportunities for someone to come and not only gain experience but earn more from the role.
Cover Supervisor / Teaching Assistant (SEN)
Birmingham
£95 – £130 per day
Full Time
Balfor Education, a specialist recruiter with over 20 years of experience, is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant or Cover Supervisor for a Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) in Birmingham. This full-time role involves supporting students with complex needs, including ASC, challenging behaviour, and SEMH difficulties, helping them re-engage with learning in a structured, supportive environment. Experience with non-verbal students and communication tools like PECS is beneficial.
Cover Supervisor / Teaching Assistant (SEN)
Birmingham
£95 – £130 per day
Full Time
Balfor Education, a specialist recruiter with over 20 years of experience, is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant or Cover Supervisor for a Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) in Birmingham. This full-time role involves supporting students with complex needs, including ASC, challenging behaviour, and SEMH difficulties, helping them re-engage with learning in a structured, supportive environment. Experience with non-verbal students and communication tools like PECS is beneficial.
Careers Lead
Birmingham
£100 - £180
Full Time
We’re looking for a caring and motivated Careers Lead to join our inclusive Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) in Birmingham. You’ll help students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs explore their future options, build employability skills, and move confidently into college, training, or work. Working with staff, families, and local organisations, you’ll design and deliver a careers programme that inspires ambition and supports personal growth. This is a rewarding full-time, permanent role offering £100–£180 per day.
Humanities Teacher
Birmingham
£220 - £280
Full Time
We’re seeking a dedicated and inspiring Humanities Teacher to join our supportive Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) in Birmingham from January on a maternity cover contract. You’ll teach Humanities, with elements of Health & Social Care and Citizenship, to students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. This rewarding role (£220–£280 per day) offers the opportunity to help young people re-engage with learning, develop confidence, and achieve personal and academic success in a nurturing, small-class environment.