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
1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant
Solihull
£85 - £95 per day
Full Time
Balfor Recruitment is currently seeking a dedicated and experienced Pastoral Teaching Assistant for a full-time, ongoing position at a fantastic SEN school in Solihull. This role offers a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of young people with special educational needs, within a school that prides itself on delivering a supportive and inclusive learning environment.
1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant
Sutton Coldfield
£85 - £95 per day
Full Time
Balfor Recruitment is currently recruiting for a committed and compassionate 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant to work full-time in a well-respected special needs school in Sutton Coldfield. This is an ongoing position offering a daily pay rate of £85 - £95.
SLD Teaching Assistant
Sutton Coldfield
£95 – £105 per day
Full Time
Balfor Recruitment is seeking a dedicated and compassionate SLD Teaching Assistant to join a thriving special needs school in Sutton Coldfield 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
Sutton Coldfield
£85 - £100 a day
Full Time
Balfor Recruitment is seeking a dedicated and compassionate 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant to join a thriving special needs school in Sutton Coldfield 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.
SEN Support Teaching Assistant
Sutton Coldfield
£95 - £105 per day
Full Time
Balfor Education is currently recruiting a dedicated SEN Support Teaching Assistant for a welcoming and inclusive school in Sutton Coldfield. This full-time role involves providing tailored support to students with Special Educational Needs (SEN), helping to create a nurturing environment where every learner can thrive.
Learning Support Assistant
Sutton Coldfield
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Full Time
Balfor Education is seeking a full-time Learning Support Assistant to join a supportive special school in Wolverhampton starting this September. This is a long-term, temp-to-perm opportunity within a community-focused school that supports students with cognition and learning difficulties, physical disabilities, and complex health needs.
Cover Supervisor / Teaching Assistant (SEN)
Oldbury
£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 Secondary school in Kings Heath. This full-time role involves supporting students.
Science Teacher
Oldbury
Paid to scale (MPS/UPS)
Full Time
Balfor Education is currently recruiting for a dedicated and experienced Science Teacher to join an academy in Oldbury on a full-time, ongoing basis. This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about supporting students aged 11–18 who have struggled in mainstream education and require a nurturing, personalised approach to learning.
English Teacher
Selly Oak
Pay to Scale
Full Time
Balfor Education is currently seeking an experienced and enthusiastic English Teacher for a full-time, ongoing position at a supportive and well-resourced school in Selly Oak, Birmingham. This role offers the opportunity to join a committed team focused on delivering high-quality education and fostering a love for English language and literature.
SEMH Teaching Assistant
Birmingham
£85–£100 per day
Full Time
Balfor Education is recruiting for a fantastic special needs community school in Birmingham seeking a full-time SEMH Teaching Assistant. This role involves supporting pupils with social, emotional, and mental health needs through thorough assessment and personalised support, ensuring each child’s unique challenges and strengths are addressed.
Teaching Assistant – SEN Provision
Birmingham
£95 – £105 per day
Full Time
Balfor Recruitment is currently seeking a compassionate and experienced Teaching Assistant to join a vibrant special needs school in Birmingham. This full-time, long-term role offers a rewarding opportunity to support pupils with a range of additional needs including autism (ASD), ADHD, MLD, and SLD.
Learning Support Assistant
Birmingham
£85 – £95 per day
Full Time
Balfor Recruitment is currently seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to join a welcoming and well-resourced special educational needs (SEN) school in Birmingham. This is a full-time, ongoing role that will continue until the end of the academic year, with the potential for extension.
Learning Support Assistant
Wolverhampton
£95 - £105 per day
Full Time
Balfor Education is seeking a full-time Learning Support Assistant to join a supportive special school in Wolverhampton starting this September. This is a long-term, temp-to-perm opportunity within a community-focused school that supports students with cognition and learning difficulties, physical disabilities, and complex health needs.
Sporty SEMH Teaching Assistant
Bilston
£85–£100 per day
Full Time
Balfor Education is recruiting a Sporty SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a dynamic special needs community school in Bilston. This full-time role is ideal for someone energetic, hands-on, and passionate about helping young people with social, emotional, and mental health needs. If you're confident, active, and eager to support students through structure, sports, and trust-building, we want to hear from you.
SEN Support Teaching Assistant
Willenhall
£95 - £105 per day
Full Time
Balfor Education is recruiting a full-time SEN Support Teaching Assistant for a welcoming and inclusive school in Willenhall. This role involves providing 1:1 and small group support to pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN), helping them access a personalised and nurturing learning environment. Ideal for individuals with SEN experience, strong communication skills, and a passion for supporting student progress and wellbeing.
Teaching Assistant – SEN Provision
Birmingham
£95 – £105 per day
Full Time
Balfor Recruitment is currently seeking a compassionate and experienced Teaching Assistant to join a vibrant special needs school in Birmingham. This full-time, long-term role offers a rewarding opportunity to support pupils with a range of additional needs including autism (ASD), ADHD, MLD, and SLD.
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 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 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.
Level 3 Teaching Assistant
Birmingham
£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 Birmingham 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.
Pastoral Teaching Assistant
Birmingham
£95 - 105 per day
Full Time
Balfor Education is currently recruiting for a committed and experienced Pastoral Teaching Assistant to join a vibrant SEN school in Birmingham on a full-time, ongoing basis. This rewarding role is ideal for someone who is passionate about student well-being and creating a nurturing, inclusive learning environment
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