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.
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ASD Teaching Assistant
Expiry: 18th Jul 2025
Birmingham
£95 – £105 per day
Temporary
Balfor Recruitment is currently seeking a compassionate and experienced ASD Teaching Assistant to join a thriving and supportive special needs school in Birmingham. This long-term, full-time role involves working with students with ASD, ADHD, MLD, and SLD, helping to enhance their educational outcomes in a safe, structured, and nurturing environment.
Learning Support Assistant
Expiry: 18th Jul 2025
Birmingham
£85 - £95 per day
Temporary
We are seeking an experienced Learning Support Assistant to join a supportive SEN school in Birmingham. This full-time role involves working closely with students with diverse academic needs, including those with ASD, SLD, and complex, non-verbal needs. The ideal candidate will have relevant SEN experience, qualifications, and skills in PECS and Makaton, demonstrating patience and commitment to creating a safe, inclusive learning environment. The school offers a collaborative team atmosphere focused on personalised education and helping students achieve their goals.
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.
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: 11th Jul 2025
Birmingham
£95 - 105 per day
Temporary
Balfor Recruitment is seeking an experienced and dedicated Pastoral Teaching Assistant for a full-time role in a vibrant SEN school in Birmingham. The school offers an inclusive and personalised curriculum, focused on supporting students with a range of complex needs including ASD, PMLD, SLD, and MLD.
Level 3 Teaching Assistant
Expiry: 10th Jul 2025
Wolverhampton
£85 - £100 per day
Temporary
An outstanding special needs school in Wolverhampton is seeking a full-time 1:1 Teaching Assistant to support students with cognition, learning difficulties, physical disabilities, and complex health needs. You’ll assist with lesson preparation, displays, and provide direct 1:1 or small group support.
Level 3 Teaching Assistant
Expiry: 10th Jul 2025
Wolverhampton
Temporary
An outstanding special needs school in Wolverhampton is seeking a full-time 1:1 Teaching Assistant to support students with cognition, learning difficulties, physical disabilities, and complex health needs. You’ll assist with lesson preparation, displays, and provide direct 1:1 or small group support.
Business/Computing Specialist Teacher
Expiry: 16th May 2025
Birmingham
Temporary