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
Teaching Assistant
Widnes
£85.00-£100.00 per day
Full Time
Join term-time positions in Widnes where you’ll work 1:1 or with small groups to help pupils succeed. Suitable for individuals with a calm and supportive approach, this role offers flexibility and the chance to build experience in education while contributing to pupil development.
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).
SLD Teaching Assistant
Dudley
£95 – £105 per day
Full Time
A fantastic special needs school in Dudley seeks a compassionate Teaching Assistant with strong SLD knowledge to support students with ASD, ADHD, MLD, and complex needs. You’ll assist with supervision, sensory room engagement, outdoor activities, and fostering trusting relationships.
Pastoral Teaching Assistant
Walsall
Full Time
A fantastic special needs school in Dudley seeks a compassionate Teaching Assistant with strong SLD knowledge to support students with ASD, ADHD, MLD, and complex needs. You’ll assist with supervision, sensory room engagement, outdoor activities, and fostering trusting relationships.
Learning Support Assistant
Birmingham
£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.
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
Full Time
Balfor Recruitment is seeking a dedicated and compassionate PMLD Teaching Assistant for a full-time, ongoing role in a well-established special needs school in Shrewsbury. The school supports students aged 2 to 19 with profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD), severe learning difficulties (SLD), and complex health needs, providing a nurturing and secure learning environment.
EYFS Teaching Assistant
Solihull
£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
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.
SLD Teaching Assistant
Dudley
£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.
PRU Teaching Assistant
Lichfield
£90-£105 DOE
Full Time
Balfor Recruitment is working with a school in the Lichfield area. The school is looking for a experienced teaching assistant with experience of working in a PRU. The role starts in September 2025 and is full time.
KS3 SEMH Teaching Assistant – Birmingham
Birmingham
£85 - £100 per day
Full Time
A dedicated special needs school in Birmingham is seeking a compassionate and proactive KS3 Teaching Assistant to support students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. The role involves creating a nurturing learning environment, conducting assessments, and providing tailored support to help students thrive.
SEN Teaching Assistant
Shrewsbury
£95 - £105 per day
Full Time
A welcoming and community-focused school in Shrewsbury is seeking a compassionate and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support for a student with additional needs. This is a full-time, long-term opportunity ideal for someone passionate about enhancing educational outcomes for children with complex needs.
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We are committed to delivering high-quality education recruitment services that support schools and create meaningful opportunities for Teaching Assistants.