Specialist Education Recruitment in Birmingham
Balfor Recruitment is a specialist Teaching Assistant job agency in Birmingham, providing high-quality education recruitment services to schools and Teaching Assistants across the city and surrounding areas. We work exclusively within the education sector, supplying skilled, fully compliant Teaching Assistants to primary, secondary and specialist SEN settings throughout Birmingham.
With years of experience in education recruitment, we understand the expectations placed on Teaching Assistants and the challenges schools face when sourcing reliable support staff. Our focus is on delivering consistent, professional recruitment solutions that support pupil progress and classroom stability.
Teaching Assistant Jobs in Birmingham
Demand for Teaching Assistants in Birmingham continues to grow across mainstream and specialist education settings. Schools require dependable, well-prepared support staff who can assist with learning, behaviour management and one-to-one pupil support.
As a dedicated Teaching Assistant job agency Birmingham schools rely on, we recruit for a wide range of roles, including:
- Mainstream Teaching Assistant jobs in primary and secondary schools
- SEN Teaching Assistant roles supporting pupils with additional needs
- 1:1 Teaching Assistant positions
- Behaviour and SEMH support roles
- Long-term and permanent Teaching Assistant vacancies
- Flexible daily supply TA work across Birmingham
Whether you are seeking full-time employment or flexible part-time opportunities, we tailor our service to suit your experience and availability.
Our team works closely with you to understand your career goals and match you to suitable Teaching Assistant jobs in Birmingham.
Specialist Teaching Assistant Job Agency in Birmingham
Education recruitment requires specialist knowledge. As a focused Teaching Assistant job agency in Birmingham, we operate to strict safeguarding and compliance standards. Every candidate is subject to enhanced DBS checks, professional referencing and full compliance screening before placement.
Our consultants maintain strong working relationships with schools across Birmingham, including academies, maintained schools and specialist provisions. This allows us to respond quickly to staffing requirements while ensuring that placements are appropriate and sustainable.
Unlike general recruitment agencies, we understand the day-to-day realities of working within a classroom environment. We know that successful Teaching Assistant recruitment is about more than availability, it is about matching skills, temperament and experience to the needs of each school.
Supporting Schools Across Birmingham
Balfor Recruitment partners with schools throughout Birmingham to provide reliable Teaching Assistant recruitment solutions. We support education settings with short-notice cover, long-term absences, maternity cover and permanent recruitment campaigns.
Our reputation as a trusted Teaching Assistant job agency Birmingham schools work with is built on consistency, communication and quality assurance. We understand the importance of placing support staff who can integrate quickly into established school teams and contribute positively to pupil outcomes.
Because we specialise in education recruitment, we are able to maintain a strong network of Teaching Assistants available for immediate placement across different areas of Birmingham.
Building a Career as a Teaching Assistant in Birmingham
Working as a Teaching Assistant offers the opportunity to make a genuine difference in pupils’ academic and personal development. Birmingham’s diverse and growing education sector provides a wide range of career pathways for Teaching Assistants, from entry-level classroom support to specialist SEN roles.
As a specialist Teaching Assistant job agency in Birmingham, we support candidates at every stage of their career. Whether you are newly qualified, experienced in SEN support, or transitioning into education from another sector, we provide guidance, clear communication and ongoing support throughout your placement.
Our goal is not only to place candidates into roles, but to build long-term professional relationships that support sustainable careers within Birmingham’s education sector.
TA Job Vacancies in Birmingham
PRU Teaching Assistant
Erdington
£85 - £95 per day
Full Time
Balfor Education is seeking a resilient and committed Teaching Assistant to join a dynamic Secondary Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) in Erdington on a full-time basis until the end of the academic year. This is a fantastic opportunity to support students aged 11–16 with a range of needs including SEMH, ASD, and other complex learning or behavioural challenges. The role is ideal for someone passionate about inclusion and positive behaviour support.
Cover Supervisor / Teaching Assistant (SEN)
Erdington
£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 Erdington. 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.
SEN Support Teaching Assistant
Birmingham
£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 Birmingham. 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.
SEN Support Teaching Assistant
Birmingham
£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 Birmingham. 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.
SEN Teaching Assistant
Atherstone
£80.00 - £100.00 per day
Temporary
We are seeking compassionate and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistants to support pupils aged 5–16 in Atherstone (CV9). You will provide 1:1 and small group support for learners with additional needs including ADHD, Autism (ASD), SEMH, Dyslexia, and Learning Difficulties. Roles are available on a flexible basis—day-to-day, part-time, or long-term—within supportive and inclusive school environments. Competitive pay (£80–£110 per day), ongoing training, and opportunities to make a meaningful difference are all included. Apply now to join Balfor Recruitment, a trusted education agency with over 25 years of experience.
Level 3 Teaching Assistant
Tamworth
£85.00 - £105 per day
Temporary
We are seeking enthusiastic and experienced Level 3 Teaching Assistants to support EYFS and KS1 pupils within welcoming Primary Schools in Tamworth. The role involves assisting teachers, supporting small groups and individual learners, and helping deliver engaging lessons at a crucial stage in children’s development. Positions are available on a flexible basis, with competitive pay ranging from £85–£105 per day.
1:1 Teaching Assistant
Stechford
£85–£95 per day
Full Time
Balfor Education is recruiting a full-time 1:1 Teaching Assistant for a supportive SEN primary school in Stechford, Birmingham. 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.
SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA) – 1:1 Support
Birmingham
£85 - £100 per day
Full Time
Join a nurturing special needs school in Birmingham 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 Teaching Assistant
Birmingham
£85–£95 per day
Full Time
Balfor Education is recruiting a full-time 1:1 Teaching Assistant for a supportive SEN primary school in Stechford, Birmingham. 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.
SEN Support Teaching Assistant
Birmingham
£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 Birmingham. 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.
Pupil Support Assistant
Birmingham
£85 – £95 per day
Full Time
Balfor Education is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Pupil Support Assistant to join a specialist SEN school in Birmingham on a full-time, ongoing basis. This role offers a rewarding opportunity to support students with a range of complex needs, including ASD, SLD, non-verbal communication, and other learning difficulties.
SEN HLTA
Birmingham
£90 - £95 per day
Full Time
We are seeking a Level 4 HLTA for a full-time, ongoing role in a Special Educational Needs provision in Birmingham, supporting pupils with SLD, MLD, ASD and complex needs. Applicants must have relevant SEN experience, a Level 1 safeguarding certificate, valid photo ID, recent school-based references, and a full DBS on the update service.
1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant
Birmingham
£85 – £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 Birmingham. 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.
ASD Teaching Assistant
Birmingham
£95 – £105 per day
Full Time
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SLD Teaching Assistant
Birmingham
£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 Birmingham. You’ll work with pupils with PMLD, SLD, MLD, ASD, and complex needs, supporting learning through supervision, sensory activities, and outdoor play.
Cover Supervisor / Teaching Assistant (SEN)
Birmingham
£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 Birmingham. 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.
1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant
Sutton Coldfield
£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 Sutton Coldfield. 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.
SEN Teaching Assistant
Sandwell
£ 85.0 - 100 per day
Temporary
Join a supportive SEN school in Sandwell as a Teaching Assistant, helping children with autism, ADHD, and other learning needs reach their full potential. With pay from £85–£100 per day, this role offers the chance to provide one-to-one and small-group support, assist with lesson adaptation, and contribute to positive, inclusive learning environments. Ideal for compassionate, patient individuals with SEN experience and a DBS on the update service.
SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA) – 1:1 Support
Birmingham
£85 - £100 per day
Full Time
Join a nurturing special needs school in Birmingham 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.
Behaviour Mentor
Erdington
£90 - £105 per day
Full Time
A special needs Pupil Referral Unit in Erdington is seeking a full-time Behaviour Mentor to support students with SEMH needs and challenging behaviour. The role involves providing 1:1 and small-group support, assisting teachers with lesson preparation, and helping create a calm, structured environment. Candidates should be patient, nurturing, and experienced in SEMH or similar settings, with a valid DBS and relevant training. For more details, contact Haleemah at Balfor on 0121 260 0000.
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