What you could be doing:
We are an award-winning recruitment agency based in Birmingham and we aim to make working with us as rewarding as possible. For this reason, there are a range of benefits you can take advantage of. These include:
- Your objective will be to build on a successful warm temporary recruitment desk with the flexibility to work on permanent vacancies as well
- Build strong working relationships with key clients via regular client visits
- Build a strong portfolio of candidates suitable and relevant for key clients
- Using tools such as LinkedIn, Job boards and other data sources map and source the best talent
- Conducting detailed candidate interviews either in person or via video phone
- Evaluating and selecting candidates to progress through the recruitment process
- You will ensure all candidates are compliant with companywide standards
- You will work as part of a supportive team in a fast-paced environment
All of our consultants are experienced within the education sector and always strive to provide the best possible service for our candidates.
What are the benefits?
- Competitive basic salary
- Market-leading uncapped bonus structure
- Company Pension Scheme
- Monthly & Quarterly incentives
- Internal ongoing training
- External training programme – delivered by market-leading experts
- A great work-life balance
- Flexible home working
- Stunning offices in Brindley Place, Birmingham
- 25 days of holidays plus Bank Holidays
- Highly supportive management team and an enthusiastic, energetic, hardworking, highly skilled and reliable team with a genuine desire to succeed
- The opportunity to progress within the company, with a clear structured career path
- We are a preferred supplier to UK’s largest employers across public, private and voluntary sectors
- We have more than 25 years’ of experience building strong relationships within the educational and healthcare sectors
- We are at a multi award winning company and proud of our success story
- A variety of company and team-based incentives and additional benefits
Could this be your next opportunity to kickstart your career? To view all available vacancies, click here.
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Secondary School Teacher – Alum Rock
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Full Time
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Family Support Worker / Teaching Assistant
Erdington
£90 - £130 a day
Full Time
A supportive Birmingham school seeks a caring, experienced Family Support Worker / Teaching Assistant for a part-time role (Thurs & Fri). You’ll assist in classrooms, support student well-being, and help families access services. Requirements: Experience working with children, strong communication, safeguarding knowledge, and preferably a Level 3 TA qualification. Apply: Send CV to haleemah@balfor.co.uk.
Behaviour Support Assistant
Birmingham
Salary: £85 - £100 per day
Full Time
A dedicated special needs school in Birmingham is seeking a full-time Behaviour Support Assistant to support students with SEMH needs. You’ll help assess and address pupils' social, emotional, and mental health challenges while assisting teachers with lesson preparation, displays, and direct student support (1:1 or small group).
Level 3 Teaching Assistant
Wolverhampton
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Level 3 Teaching Assistant
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.
SLD Teaching Assistant
Dudley
£95 – £105 per day
Full Time
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Pastoral Teaching Assistant
Walsall
Full Time
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Learning Support Assistant
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£85 - £95 per day
Full Time
Balfor Recruitment is currently seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant for a full-time role in a supportive SEN school in Birmingham. This position runs until the end of the academic year and involves working with students with ASD, SLD, and complex needs.
Pastoral Teaching Assistant
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.
ASD Teaching Assistant
Wolverhampton
£95 – £105 per day
Full Time
Join a supportive special needs school as a full-time ASD TA, helping students with ASD, ADHD, and complex needs. Requires 2+ years' SEN experience, PECS/Makaton skills, and safeguarding certification. £95–£105/day with CPD and progression opportunities.
PMLD Special Needs Assistant
Shrewsbury
£85 - £95 per day
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£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.
SEN Support Teaching Assistant
Shrewsbury
£95 - £105 per day
Full Time
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£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.
Learning Support Assistant
Stoke-on-Trent
£90-£105 DOE
Temporary
Balfor Recruitment are working with a School based in Stoke-on-Trent, who are looking for a Learning Support Assistant to join their team from September 2025. The role will be supporting several learners with Special Educational Needs, to support the learners with their academic work, as well as ensuring student’s wellbeing and safety. The role will be available for full time hours, Monday – Friday, however there may be option for part time availability for the right candidate.
PRU Teaching Assistant
Lichfield
£90-£105 DOE
Full Time
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Level 2 and Level 3 Teaching Assistant
Walsall
£85 - £105 DOE
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SEN Teacher with QTS
Walsall
M1 - UPS3 DOE
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History Teacher – Permanent – Birmingham
Birmingham, Hall Green
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Full Time
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