Roles available with Special Needs Teaching Jobs
There are two main types of roles available in special needs teaching.
SEN Teaching Assistant:
As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you'll have a set of daily responsibilities:
- Assist teachers to provide effective support for learning activities
- Work accordingly to the school's policies and procedures
- Support children and young people who have varied complex needs, who may have life-limiting conditions
- Help students understand instructions and support their independent working
- Contribute to planned learning activities
- Participate in the planning of learning activities
- Supervise a class and or small group
- Maintain a clean and safe learning environment
SEN Teacher:
For an SEN Teacher, there's more responsibility involved on a weekly basis.
- Prepare and plan lessons, as well as teach them
- Prepare teaching materials, write reports and take daily registers
- Manage student's behaviour and monitor your student's progress
- Participate in school trips and workshop
If either of these jobs sounds like an opportunity you'd be interested in, call 0121 260 0000 or email info@balfor.co.uk to find out more.

Why Apply for Special Needs Teaching Jobs
Balfor Education has over 25 years of experience in recruiting for the education sector, supplying schools across the West Midlands region with experienced candidates.
Our specialist team of consultants all has experience working in the education sector, including SEN settings.
Whether you're looking for full-time or part-time work, we've got you covered.
A full list of our education vacancies is available to view here.
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SEN HLTA
Expiry: 17th Jul 2025
Wolverhampton
£90 - £95 per day
Full Time
Balfor Education is seeking an experienced SEN HLTA to join a dedicated Special Educational Needs provision in Wolverhampton. This full-time, ongoing role is ideal for a passionate and proactive individual committed to supporting students with complex needs, including ASD, MLD, and SLD, to achieve their full potential.
SEN Support Teaching Assistant
Expiry: 17th Jul 2025
Oldbury
£95 - £105 per day
Full Time
Balfor Education is looking for a dedicated and compassionate SEN Support Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and inclusive school in Oldbury. This full-time role involves providing tailored support to students with a range of special educational needs, helping them thrive both academically and personally in a nurturing environment.
ASD Teaching Assistant
Expiry: 17th Jul 2025
Lichfield
£95 – £105 per day
Temporary
Balfor Education is seeking a compassionate ASD Teaching Assistant to join a thriving special needs school in Lichfield. This long-term, full-time role involves supporting students with ASD, ADHD, MLD, and SLD, helping them achieve positive educational outcomes in a nurturing and structured environment.
Behaviour Support Assistant
Expiry: 17th Jul 2025
Lichfield
£85 - £100 a day
Full Time
Balfor Education is seeking a committed Behaviour Support Assistant to join a supportive special needs school in Birmingham. This full-time role involves working closely with students who have Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, providing 1:1 and small group support to help them thrive in a structured learning environment.
Learning Support Assistant
Expiry: 17th Jul 2025
Birmingham
£85 - £95 per day
Full Time
Balfor Education is recruiting a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to join a vibrant and inclusive SEN school in Birmingham. This full-time, ongoing role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful difference by supporting pupils with a range of special educational needs, including ASD, SLD, and complex non-verbal needs. The school is committed to delivering personalised learning and preparing students to achieve their personal goals.
Inclusive Learning Assistant – SEN Support
Expiry: 17th Jul 2025
Birmingham
£95 – £105 per day
Full Time
Balfor Education is seeking a compassionate and experienced Inclusive Learning Assistant to join a welcoming special needs school in Birmingham. This full-time, long-term role is perfect for individuals with at least two years of experience supporting pupils with special educational needs (SEN), including autism (ASD), ADHD, moderate (MLD), and severe learning difficulties (SLD).
SEMH Teaching Assistant
Expiry: 16th Jul 2025
Birmingham
£85 - £95 per day
Temporary
Balfor Education is currently recruiting a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and inclusive school in Birmingham. This full-time role is ideal for someone passionate about supporting students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. The school offers a personalised curriculum and a supportive environment focused on both academic and emotional development.
PMLD Teaching Assistant
Expiry: 16th Jul 2025
£95 – £105 per day
Temporary
Balfor Education is seeking a committed and compassionate PMLD Teaching Assistant to join a thriving special needs school in Birmingham on a full-time, ongoing basis. This rewarding role involves supporting students with Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD) and other complex needs including SLD, MLD, and ASD.
EYFS Teaching Assistant
Expiry: 16th Jul 2025
Birmingham
£85 - £100
Temporary
Balfor Education is seeking a passionate and resilient EYFS Teaching Assistant to support children with SEN needs in a specialist resource base within a welcoming Birmingham primary school. Starting September 2025, this full-time role will run until the end of the academic year.
SLD Teaching Assistant
Expiry: 16th Jul 2025
Birmingham
£95 – £105 per day
Temporary
Balfor Education is looking for a dedicated and compassionate SLD Teaching Assistant to join a thriving special needs school in Birmingham on a full-time, ongoing basis. This role focuses on supporting students with Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), as well as ASD, ADHD, MLD, and other complex needs.
Pastoral Teaching Assistant
Expiry: 16th Jul 2025
Walsall
£95 - 105 per day
Full Time
Balfor Education is seeking an experienced and compassionate Pastoral Teaching Assistant for a full-time, ongoing position at a highly regarded SEN school in Walsall. This role is ideal for individuals passionate about providing emotional, social, and behavioural support to students with a range of complex needs, including PMLD, SLD, MLD, and ASD.
Level 3 Teaching Assistant
Expiry: 16th Jul 2025
Wolverhampton
£85 - £100 per day
Full Time
Balfor Education is currently seeking a dedicated and compassionate Level 3 Teaching Assistant for a full-time, ongoing role at an outstanding special needs school in Wolverhampton. This rewarding position involves delivering personalised 1:1 and small group support to students with ASD, SLD, complex health needs, and non-verbal communication requirements.
KS3 TA – SEMH
Expiry: 13th Jul 2025
Kings Heath
£85 - £100 per day
Full Time
An exceptional opportunity has arisen at a dedicated special needs school in Kings Heath, seeking a compassionate and proactive Teaching Assistant to support Key Stage 3 students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. The role involves conducting thorough assessments to understand each pupil's unique challenges and strengths, ensuring tailored support that fosters their academic and personal development.
PRU Teaching Assistant
Expiry: 13th Jul 2025
Kingsheath
£85 - £95 per day
Full Time
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a passionate and resilient Teaching Assistant to join a Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) in Kings Heath, Birmingham. In this role, you will support students with diverse academic and behavioural needs, ensuring they receive a high-quality, inclusive education. This full-time position is ongoing until the end of the academic year.
Pupil Support Assistant
Expiry: 13th Jul 2025
Tamworth
£85 - £95 per day
Full Time
A well-regarded SEN school in Tamworth is seeking a dedicated Pupil Support Assistant to join their team full-time. This rewarding role involves supporting students with a range of special educational needs, fostering independence, and creating a safe, inclusive learning environment. The school is known for its supportive staff and commitment to helping students achieve their full potential.
SEN Teaching Assistant
Expiry: 13th Jul 2025
Shrewsbury
£95 - £105 per day
Full Time
A welcoming and community-focused school in Shrewsbury is seeking a compassionate and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support for a student with additional needs. This is a full-time, long-term opportunity ideal for someone passionate about enhancing educational outcomes for children with complex needs.
KS3 SEMH Teaching Assistant – Birmingham
Expiry: 13th Jul 2025
Birmingham
£85 - £100 per day
Full Time
A dedicated special needs school in Birmingham is seeking a compassionate and proactive KS3 Teaching Assistant to support students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. The role involves creating a nurturing learning environment, conducting assessments, and providing tailored support to help students thrive.
SLD Teaching Assistant
Expiry: 11th Jul 2025
Dudley
£95 – £105 per day
Full Time
Balfor Recruitment is currently seeking a compassionate and experienced Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD) Teaching Assistant for a full-time, ongoing position at a special needs school in Dudley. This role involves working closely with students who have SLD, as well as other needs such as ASD, ADHD, and MLD. Applicants should have at least two years of relevant experience in educational or healthcare settings.
SEN Support Teaching Assistant
Expiry: 11th Jul 2025
Shrewsbury
£95 - £105 per day
Full Time
Balfor Education is working in partnership with a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Solihull to recruit a passionate and resilient Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Teaching Assistant. This role is based within the school’s Special Educational Needs (SEN) provision and is ideal for individuals committed to supporting children with a range of academic and emotional needs.
EYFS Teaching Assistant
Expiry: 11th Jul 2025
Solihull
£85 - £100 per day
Full Time
Balfor Education is working in partnership with a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Solihull to recruit a passionate and resilient Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Teaching Assistant. This role is based within the school’s Special Educational Needs (SEN) provision and is ideal for individuals committed to supporting children with a range of academic and emotional needs.