Recruitment Specialists In The West Midlands
Balfor recruitment is a West Midlands-based recruiting agency that offers professional workforce solutions. Finding excellent applicants for mid-, senior-, and executive-level roles is our recruiters' area of expertise.
Balfor Recruitment stands apart due to our broad network and relationships throughout the West Midlands. Our extensive local experience guarantees that our experts are aware of the particular requirements of the West Midlands labour market.
In the West Midlands, we hire people for contract, temporary, and permanent jobs in the healthcare and education industries, helping companies grow and create better teams. Knowing the local market trends inside and out, Balfor Recruitment is committed to providing smart, tailored solutions that meet the specific needs of each of our clients.
Contact Details:
Tel: 0121 260 0000
Email: info@balfor.co.uk
Out Of Hours:
Education: 0770 237 2450
Healthcare: 0770 236 9727
Office Address:
3 Brindley Pl
Birmingham
B1 2JB
Jobs In The West Midlands
Balfor Recruitment is a specialist employment and job agency committed to helping you achieve your professional goals by offering exceptional career opportunities in the healthcare and education sectors.
Being the top employment agency, our recruiting professionals are well-versed in the local labour market and use their industry-specific expertise to put you in touch with top businesses.
We are committed to helping you land your dream job with our wide network of employers, which includes both start-ups and well-established businesses. You may approach your job search confidently because many of our recruiting experts have firsthand expertise in their professions.
Our team focuses on supporting job-seekers in the following areas:
Our West Midlands Job Vacancies
Erdington Competitive salary up to £80,000 (DOE) Permanent We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Responsible Individual (RI) to oversee the operation of a Children’s Residential Home in Birmingham. This is a key leadership role, ensuring the home operates in full compliance with regulatory standards while delivering high-quality care and positive outcomes for children and young people.
The successful candidate will work closely with our Registered Manager and senior leadership team to maintain excellence in service delivery and regulatory compliance. Walsall £50,000 – £65,000 per year (DOE) Permanent Balfor Recruitment is proud to be working with a stable and nurturing 3-bed residential home supporting children and young people aged 5–17 with Emotional & Behavioural Difficulties (EBD) and Learning Disabilities (LD). With a committed and experienced team already in place, this is a fantastic opportunity for a strong, child-focused leader to drive excellence and shape positive futures. Wolverhampton £14 p/h Full Time Are you a passionate Children’s Residential Support Worker ready to make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable children and young people?
Balfor Recruitment is looking for resilient, caring professionals to support children with Autism, Learning Disabilities, Emotional & Behavioural Difficulties (EBD), and complex needs in residential homes. Wolverhampton £14 p/h Full Time Are you a passionate Children’s Residential Support Worker ready to make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable children and young people?
Balfor Recruitment is looking for resilient, caring professionals to support children with Autism, Learning Disabilities, Emotional & Behavioural Difficulties (EBD), and complex needs in residential homes. Redditch £13.68 p/h Temporary Balfor Health and Social Care is recruiting Mental Health Support Workers to work within female-only mental health services across the Birmingham and Redditch area.
Due to the nature of the service and the personal care and support provided, this role is open to female applicants only, in line with the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Part 1 – Genuine Occupational Requirement.
You will provide high-quality, person-centred support to adults with complex needs, including mental health conditions, autism, ADHD, and behaviours that may challenge, within residential and supported living environments. Tewkesbury £13.68 p/h Temporary We are looking for compassionate and reliable Mental Health Support Workers to join Balfor Health and Social Care in Tewkesbury. You will support adults with a range of needs, including:
Autism & ADHD
Learning Disabilities
Mental Health Conditions
Brain Injury
Non-Verbal Individuals
Challenging Behaviour
Wheelchair Users Birmingham. £170-£240 PE Teacher with a QTS who has experience working with children in a school setting. Erdington £30,000 - £35,000 (dependent on experience) Full Time We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Deputy Children’s Manager to support the effective running of a children’s residential service in Birmingham. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate individual who is committed to improving the lives of children and young people, ensuring they receive the highest standard of care, support, and safeguarding. Erdington £85 - £100 per day Full Time Balfor Recruitment is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Behaviour Support Assistant to join a well-respected special needs school in Erdington. This full-time, ongoing position offers a rewarding opportunity to support students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs in a nurturing and inclusive environment. Erdington £85 - £100 per day Full Time Balfor Recruitment is currently seeking a compassionate and motivated KS3 Teaching Assistant to join a dedicated special needs school in Erdington. This is a full-time, ongoing opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young people with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. Erdington £95 - £105 per day Full Time Balfor Recruitment is working in partnership with a welcoming and inclusive special needs school in Erdington to recruit a dedicated Inclusive Learning Assistant. This long-term, full-time role is ideal for someone with at least two years of experience supporting pupils with a range of additional needs including autism (ASD), ADHD, MLD, and SLD. Erdington £95 – £105 per day Full Time A PRU Teaching Assistant role in Erdington is available on a full-time, ongoing basis (£95–£105 per day). The position is within a supportive special needs school and requires at least two years’ experience working with challenging behaviour in schools or healthcare. Sandwell, Oldbury £90.00 - £110.00 per day Full Time A leading special school in Sandwell is seeking compassionate SEN Teaching Assistants to support students aged 11–19 with complex, profound, and multiple learning difficulties. The role involves delivering personalised learning, supporting emotional development, and assisting with personal care in a positive, inclusive environment. Competitive pay (£85–£100/day), ongoing training, and a supportive workplace are offered. Aston £13.50- £15.00 per hour Part Time A school in Aston is seeking a proactive Bengali-speaking School Administrator to provide essential administrative and reception support. The role involves using SIMS and other school systems, managing records, assisting with communications, and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations. Term-time hours are 8:15 am–1:45 pm, Monday to Friday, with pay between £13.50–£15.00 per hour, and the school values initiative, professionalism, and experience in school administration. Dukinfield £95.00 - £110 per day Full Time We are seeking a dedicated 1:1 Teaching Assistant for a Year 2 pupil with SEMH needs at a welcoming Dukinfield primary school. The role requires exceptional behaviour management skills to support a child with ADHD and demand avoidance. You will work closely with staff to implement individual learning and behaviour plans, promoting confidence and independence. This is a full-time, long-term position offering the chance to make a meaningful difference in a child’s development. 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. Quinton, Birmingham £220 - £280 per day Full Time We’re looking for a passionate and creative Art Teacher to join our supportive Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) in Quinton, Birmingham. You’ll inspire students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs through engaging Art lessons, occasionally teaching RE and PSHE too. This long-term, ongoing role (£220–£280 per day) offers the chance to make a real impact—helping young people re-engage with learning, build confidence, and express themselves creatively in a nurturing environment. 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. Birmingham £85–£95 per day Full Time Balfor Education is recruiting a full-time Autism Support Assistant for a nurturing SEMH school in Birmingham. This rewarding 1:1 role involves supporting a pupil with autism, learning difficulties, and speech/language needs. You'll help them engage with the curriculum, build communication and social skills, and develop greater independence. Ideal for someone with SEN experience and a genuine passion for autism support. Sutton Coldfield £85 - £100 per day Full Time We’re seeking a caring and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA) to provide 1:1 support at a supportive special needs school in Sutton Coldfield. This full-time, ongoing role (£85–£100 per day) involves working with students with a range of needs, including learning difficulties, physical disabilities, and complex health conditions. You’ll help create a positive, inclusive environment—supporting learning, building confidence, and promoting independence every day.Responsible Individual – Children’s Residential Home
Children’s Home Registered Manager – EBD & LD
Children’s Residential Support Worker
Children’s Residential Support Worker
Mental Health Support Worker (Female – Genuine Occupational Requirement)
Mental Health Support Worker
PE Teacher
Deputy Children’s Manager
Behaviour Support Assistant
KS3 SEMH Teaching Assistant – Birmingham
Inclusive Learning Assistant – SEN Support
PRU Teaching Assistant (Secondary)
SEN Teaching Assistant – KS3 KS4
School Administrator
1:1 Teaching Assistant – KS1 (SEMH Support)
Careers Lead
Art Teacher
Humanities Teacher
Autism Support Assistant
SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA) – 1:1 Support
Why choose balfor as your recruitment agency in The West Midlands?
Client Focused
Our organisation places a high value on people, and we are distinguished by our unwavering commitment to offering exceptional client service. Our team of seasoned recruiters has extensive industry knowledge, which allows us to fully understand the unique recruitment and job-search requirements of our clients and potential candidates in the West Midlands. With this information, we can effectively tailor our approach, ensuring that we meet the particular needs of each individual and organisation we collaborate with.
Skilled Recruiters
Extremely brilliant people with in-depth knowledge of the specific sectors and regions they operate in comprise our recruitment team. Since many of our consultants have direct industry experience in their respective fields, we are able to offer insights that are both realistic and strategically orientated. We place a strong emphasis on understanding the unique needs of each business and job seeker in order to find the best candidate or opportunity for you—going above and beyond just matching skill sets to job descriptions!
Knowledge of surrounding areas
Our extensive knowledge of hiring practices in the West Midlands' healthcare and education sectors allows us to help top talent obtain their dream jobs. Using our industry knowledge and local insights, we have a track record of successfully matching individuals with jobs and providing customised recruiting solutions that meet the objectives of both customers and candidates.