Why you should apply for Special Educational Needs Jobs:
Balfor Education has over 25 years of experience recruiting for schools across the West Midlands, providing passionate and enthusiastic candidates.
We have plenty of roles available that are based in an SEN setting, with both part-time and full-time work available.
There are a variety of roles available for you to apply for, whether you are interested in becoming a teacher, a teaching assistant, or a cover supervisor.
As well as this, there are plenty of perks made available to our candidates:
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Around-the-clock support from a personal consultant
- Flexible working hours and locations to choose from
- Competitive and weekly pay
- Opportunities for progression and further training
If this sounds like something you'd be interested in, call 0121 260 0000 or email info@balfor.co.uk to find out more.
Find your new career in Special Educational Needs Jobs:
It's a highly rewarding job to work in the special education sector, as you help children and young people every day.
Balfor Education specialises in working with Education Settings - including Mainstream, Special Needs, or Further Education Settings.
Our current vacancies include:
- SEND TA - Moseley
- SEND TA - Nechells
- One-one Learning Support Assistance
Or you can view all of our current vacancies here.
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Level 3 Teaching Assistant
Erdington
£85 - £100 per day
Full Time
Balfor Education is seeking a dedicated and compassionate 1:1 Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) school in Erdington on a full-time, ongoing basis. This role offers a rewarding opportunity to support students with a range of complex needs, including SEMH, ASD, ADHD, and communication challenges.
SEN Support Teaching Assistant
Erdington
£95 - £105 per day
Full Time
Balfor Recruitment is seeking a compassionate and experienced SEN Support Teaching Assistant for a full-time, ongoing role in a welcoming school in Erdington. This rewarding position involves providing dedicated 1:1 and small group support to students with Special Educational Needs (SEN), helping them access a tailored and inclusive learning experience.
Autism Support Assistant
Erdington
£85–£95 per day
Full Time
Balfor Education is recruiting a full-time Autism Support Assistant for a nurturing SEMH school in Erdington, 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.
Behaviour Mentor
Erdington
£90 - £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.
SLD Teaching Assistant
Solihull
£95 – £105 per day
Full Time
Balfor Education is looking for a full-time PMLD Teaching Assistant to join a supportive special needs school in Solihull. You’ll work with pupils with PMLD, SLD, MLD, ASD, and complex needs, supporting learning through supervision, sensory activities, and outdoor play.
ASD Teaching Assistant
Solihull
£95 – £105 per day
Full Time
Balfor Recruitment is seeking a full-time ASD Teaching Assistant for an outstanding special needs school in Solihull, offering a competitive daily rate of £95–£105. You’ll support students with ASD, ADHD, MLD, SLD, and complex needs—utilising your two-plus years of SEN experience, along with PECS and Makaton proficiency.
1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant
Solihull
£80 – £95 per day
Full Time
Balfor Recruitment is seeking a compassionate and dedicated 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant for a full-time, ongoing role at a specialist SEN school in Solihull. This rewarding role involves providing tailored support to an individual pupil with special educational needs, helping them access learning, build confidence, and thrive in a supportive school environment. You will play a crucial role in promoting both academic progress and personal development.
Level 3 Teaching Assistant
Solihull
£85 - £100 per day
Full Time
Balfor Education is seeking a dedicated and compassionate 1:1 Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) school in Solihull on a full-time, ongoing basis. This role offers a rewarding opportunity to support students with a range of complex needs, including SEMH, ASD, ADHD, and communication challenges.
Level 3 Teaching Assistant
Solihull
£85 - £100 per day
Full Time
Balfor Education is seeking a dedicated and compassionate 1:1 Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) school in Solihull on a full-time, ongoing basis. This role offers a rewarding opportunity to support students with a range of complex needs, including SEMH, ASD, ADHD, and communication challenges.
Cover Supervisor / Teaching Assistant (SEN)
Sutton Coldfield
£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 Sutton Coldfield. 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.
Level 3 Teaching Assistant
Erdington
£85 - £100 per day
Full Time
Balfor Education is seeking a dedicated and compassionate 1:1 Teaching Assistant to join an outstanding special needs school in Erdington on a full-time, ongoing basis. This role offers a rewarding opportunity to support students with a range of needs, including ASD, SLD, complex health needs, and non-verbal communication challenges.
Cover Supervisor / Teaching Assistant (SEN)
Kings Heath
£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 Kings Heath. 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.
Humanities Teacher
Kings Heath
£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.
Careers Lead
Kings Heath
£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.
SEN Teaching Assistant
Aldridge
£85 - £100 per day
Full Time
Join a nurturing special needs school in Aldridge as a 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant, with daily pay ranging from £85 to £100. In this rewarding role, you’ll offer personalised support to students with a variety of learning and physical needs, helping them grow in confidence and independence. This opportunity is perfect for caring, patient individuals who are passionate about inclusive education.
1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant
Lea Marston
£95 - £100 per day
Full Time
Balfor Recruitment is seeking a dedicated and compassionate SLD Teaching Assistant to join a thriving special needs school in Lea Marston on a full-time, ongoing basis. This role offers a competitive daily rate of £95 – £105 and the chance to make a meaningful impact in a supportive educational environment.
1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant
Castle Vale
£95 - £100 per day
Full Time
Balfor Recruitment is seeking a dedicated and compassionate SLD Teaching Assistant to join a thriving special needs school in Castle Vale on a full-time, ongoing basis. This role offers a competitive daily rate of £95 – £105 and the chance to make a meaningful impact in a supportive educational environment.
1:1 Teaching Assistant
Kingstanding
£85–£95 per day
Full Time
Balfor Education is recruiting a full-time 1:1 Teaching Assistant for a supportive SEN primary school in Kingstanding. You will work closely with a pupil who has learning difficulties, autism, and speech/language needs, helping them access the curriculum and develop key skills. This role suits a patient, dedicated individual with SEN experience who is passionate about making a difference in a child’s education.
1:1 Teaching Assistant
Aldridge
£85–£95 per day
Full Time
Balfor Education is recruiting a full-time 1:1 Teaching Assistant for a supportive SEN primary school in Aldridge. You will work closely with a pupil who has learning difficulties, autism, and speech/language needs, helping them access the curriculum and develop key skills. This role suits a patient, dedicated individual with SEN experience who is passionate about making a difference in a child’s education.
SLD Teaching Assistant
Erdington
£95 – £105 per day
Full Time
Balfor Education is looking for a full-time SLD Teaching Assistant to join a supportive special needs school in Erdington. You’ll work with pupils with PMLD, SLD, MLD, ASD, and complex needs, supporting learning through supervision, sensory activities, and outdoor play.