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
SEN HLTA
Birmingham
£90 - £95 per day
Full Time
Balfor Recruitment is seeking a skilled and passionate SEN HLTA for a full-time, ongoing role within a dedicated Special Educational Needs (SEN) provision in Birmingham. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a supportive setting where your experience and commitment can make a real difference in the lives of children with SLD, MLD, ASD, and complex needs.
Level 3 Teaching Assistant
Solihull
£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 Solihull 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.
EYFS Teaching Assistant
Solihull
£85 - £100 per day
Full Time
Balfor Recruitment is currently seeking a dedicated and resilient EYFS Teaching Assistant to join a warm and inclusive school in Solihull. This role is based within the school’s specialist provision resource base, supporting children with a range of special educational needs.
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.
Level 3 Teaching Assistant
Walsall
£85 - £100 per day
Full Time
Balfor Education is seeking a dedicated and compassionate 1:1 Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) school in Walsall on a full-time, ongoing basis. This role offers a rewarding opportunity to support students aged 11–16 with a range of complex needs, including SEMH, ASD, ADHD, and communication challenges.
EYFS Teaching Assistant
Walsall
£85 - £100 per day
Full Time
Balfor Recruitment is currently seeking a dedicated and resilient EYFS Teaching Assistant to join a warm and inclusive school in Walsall. This role is based within the school’s specialist provision resource base, supporting children with a range of special educational needs.
Level 3 Teaching Assistant
Walsall
£85 - £100 per day
Full Time
Balfor Education is seeking a dedicated and compassionate 1:1 Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) school in Walsall on a full-time, ongoing basis. This role offers a rewarding opportunity to support students aged 11–16 with a range of complex needs, including SEMH, ASD, ADHD, and communication challenges.
ASD Teaching Assistant
Walsall
£95 – £105 per day
Full Time
Balfor Recruitment is seeking a full-time ASD Teaching Assistant for an outstanding special needs school in Walsall, offering a competitive daily rate of £95–£105. You’ll support students with ASD, ADHD, MLD, SLD, and complex needs—utilising your two-plus years of SEN experience, along with PECS and Makaton proficiency.
PMLD Special Needs Assistant
Walsall
£85 - £95 per day
Full Time
Balfor Recruitment is currently seeking a committed and compassionate PMLD Special Needs Assistant to join a fantastic SEN school in Birmingham. This full-time role involves supporting students with profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD), including physical, cognitive, and complex health needs. The school offers a safe and inclusive environment, with access to sensory rooms, hydrotherapy, and personalised learning plans.
SEN Support Teaching Assistant
Shrewsbury
£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 Shrewsbury. 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.
ASD Teaching Assistant
Shrewsbury
£95 – £105 per day
Full Time
Balfor Recruitment is seeking a full-time ASD Teaching Assistant for an outstanding special needs school in Shrewsbury, offering a competitive daily rate of £95–£105. You’ll support students with ASD, ADHD, MLD, SLD, and complex needs—utilising your two-plus years of SEN experience, along with PECS and Makaton proficiency.
Pastoral Teaching Assistant
Shrewsbuyr
£95 - 105 per day
Full Time
Balfor Education is seeking a dedicated and experienced Pastoral Teaching Assistant to join a nurturing SEN school in Shrewsbury on a full-time, ongoing basis. This rewarding role focuses on supporting the emotional wellbeing, behaviour, and development of students with a range of complex needs. The school prides itself on creating a personalised and inclusive curriculum that helps students achieve their personal goals and prepare for life beyond education.
ASD Teaching Assistant
Birmingham
£95 – £105 per day
Full Time
Balfor Recruitment is seeking a full-time ASD Teaching Assistant for an outstanding special needs school in Birmingham, offering a competitive daily rate of £95–£105. You’ll support students with ASD, ADHD, MLD, SLD, and complex needs—utilising your two-plus years of SEN experience, along with PECS and Makaton proficiency.
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.
EYFS Teaching Assistant
Birmingham
£85- £100 per day
Full Time
Balfor Recruitment is currently seeking a dedicated and resilient EYFS Teaching Assistant to join a warm and inclusive school in Birmingham. This role is based within the school’s specialist provision resource base, supporting children with a range of special educational needs.
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.
1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant
Coventry
£80 – £95 per day
Full Time
We are recruiting for a dedicated 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant to work in a specialist SEN school in Coventry. This role is central to supporting a pupil with additional needs on a one-to-one basis, helping them engage with learning, manage their emotions, and develop independence. You will work closely with teachers and the wider school team to provide consistent support and encouragement tailored to the child’s needs.
1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant
Coventry
£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 Coventry. 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 Support Teaching Assistant
Sutton Coldfield
£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 Sutton Coldfield. 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.
ASD Teaching Assistant
Sutton Coldfield
£95 – £105 per day
Full Time
Balfor Recruitment is seeking a full-time ASD Teaching Assistant for an outstanding special needs school in Sutton Coldfield, offering a competitive daily rate of £95–£105. You’ll support students with ASD, ADHD, MLD, SLD, and complex needs—utilising your two-plus years of SEN experience, along with PECS and Makaton proficiency.
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