Specialist Education Recruitment
Balfor Recruitment is a specialist Teaching Assistant job agency dedicated to connecting skilled classroom support staff with schools across the UK. We work exclusively within the education sector, supporting Teaching Assistants at every stage of their career while helping schools secure reliable, compliant and high-quality staff.
As an established education recruitment agency, we understand the vital role Teaching Assistants play in supporting learning, behaviour management and pupil development. Our focus is on building long-term relationships and providing recruitment solutions that work for both schools and candidates.
Specialist Teaching Assistant Job Agency
Balfor Recruitment has built a strong reputation as a leading Teaching Assistant job agency by combining local knowledge with sector expertise. We work with a wide network of schools including academies, maintained schools, alternative provisions and special educational needs settings throughout Birmingham and surrounding areas.
Our consultants specialise in education recruitment, meaning we understand safeguarding requirements, compliance standards and the skills required to succeed as a Teaching Assistant. Whether you are an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant, a Level 2 or Level 3 qualified TA, or someone looking to begin a career in education support, our Teaching Assistant job agency provides tailored guidance and access to suitable roles.
We recruit for a wide range of positions including:
- Mainstream classroom Teaching Assistants
- SEN Teaching Assistants
- 1:1 Teaching Assistants
- Behaviour support assistants
- Long-term and permanent Teaching Assistant roles
- Daily supply Teaching Assistant jobs
By maintaining close working relationships with local schools, our Teaching Assistant job agency is able to offer consistent opportunities across the West Midlands region.
Teaching Assistant Jobs to Suit Your Career
Every Teaching Assistant has different career goals. Some are seeking flexible supply work to gain experience across different schools. Others are looking for stability through long-term or permanent Teaching Assistant roles. Our job as a Teaching Assistant job agency is to understand your experience, availability and ambitions, then match you with suitable opportunities.
We work with schools that value professionalism, reliability and commitment to pupil progress. Whether you are an experienced Teaching Assistant or beginning your career in education support, we provide clear communication and ongoing support throughout the recruitment process.
Supporting Schools with Quality Teaching Assistant Recruitment
Balfor Recruitment partners with schools to deliver dependable Teaching Assistant recruitment solutions. We understand the pressure schools face when sourcing support staff and aim to provide efficient, responsive placements.
Every candidate registered with our Teaching Assistant job agency undergoes thorough pre-employment checks, including enhanced DBS verification and professional referencing. Our compliance procedures align with current safeguarding guidance, ensuring schools receive staff who are fully vetted and ready to contribute.
By maintaining strong relationships with education settings, we are able to respond quickly to both short-notice cover requirements and longer-term recruitment needs.
Why Work with Balfor Recruitment?
As a dedicated Teaching Assistant job agency, we offer:
- A specialist education recruitment focus
- Access to a wide range of Teaching Assistant jobs
- Flexible supply, long-term and permanent roles
- Clear communication and professional guidance
- Full safeguarding and compliance support
Our approach is built on trust, consistency and sector knowledge. We aim to support Teaching Assistants not just in securing work, but in building sustainable careers within education.
TA Job Vacancies
Primary Teaching assistant
Runcorn
£85.00-£100.00 Daily
Temporary
Schools in Runcorn are seeking enthusiastic TAs to assist across key stages and support students with diverse learning needs. With flexible hours and roles in both primary and secondary settings, this is a great stepping stone for those wanting to make an impact in education.
Level 3 Teaching Assistant
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.
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.
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.
SLD Teaching Assistant
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.
EYFS Teaching Assistant
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.
PMLD Teaching Assistant
£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.
SEMH Teaching Assistant
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.
ASD Teaching Assistant
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.
Learning Support Assistant
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.
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We are committed to delivering high-quality education recruitment services that support schools and create meaningful opportunities for Teaching Assistants.