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
Pastoral Teaching Assistant
Birmingham
£95 - 105 per day
Full Time
Balfor Education is seeking a dedicated and experienced Pastoral Teaching Assistant to join a nurturing SEN school in Birmingham 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.
Pastoral Teaching Assistant
Kings Heath
£95 - 105 per day
Full Time
Balfor Education is seeking a dedicated and experienced Pastoral Teaching Assistant to join a nurturing SEN school in Kings Heath 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.
PRU Teaching Assistant
Kings Heath
£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 Kings Heath 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.
Behaviour Support Assistant
Kings Heath
£85 - £100 per day
Full Time
Balfor Recruitment is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Behaviour Support Assistant to join a well-respected special needs school in Kings Heath. This full-time, ongoing position offers a rewarding opportunity to support students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs in a nurturing and inclusive environment.
KS3 SEMH Teaching Assistant – Birmingham
Kings Heath
£85 - £100 per day
Full Time
Balfor Recruitment is currently seeking a compassionate and motivated KS3 Teaching Assistant to join a dedicated special needs school in Kings Heath. This is a full-time, ongoing opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young people with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.
Sporty SEMH Teaching Assistant Wanted
Kings Heath
£85–£100 per day
Full Time
Balfor Education is recruiting a Sporty SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a dynamic special needs community school in Kings Heath. 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
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.
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.
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.
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.
Behaviour Support Assistant
Erdington
£85 - £100 per day
Full Time
Balfor Recruitment is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Behaviour Support Assistant to join a well-respected special needs school in Erdington. This full-time, ongoing position offers a rewarding opportunity to support students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs in a nurturing and inclusive environment.
KS3 SEMH Teaching Assistant – Birmingham
Erdington
£85 - £100 per day
Full Time
Balfor Recruitment is currently seeking a compassionate and motivated KS3 Teaching Assistant to join a dedicated special needs school in Erdington. This is a full-time, ongoing opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young people with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.
PRU Teaching Assistant (Secondary)
Erdington
£95 – £105 per day
Full Time
A PRU Teaching Assistant role in Erdington is available on a full-time, ongoing basis (£95–£105 per day). The position is within a supportive special needs school and requires at least two years’ experience working with challenging behaviour in schools or healthcare.
SEN Teaching Assistant – KS3 KS4
Sandwell, Oldbury
£90.00 - £110.00 per day
Full Time
A leading special school in Sandwell is seeking compassionate SEN Teaching Assistants to support students aged 11–19 with complex, profound, and multiple learning difficulties. The role involves delivering personalised learning, supporting emotional development, and assisting with personal care in a positive, inclusive environment. Competitive pay (£85–£100/day), ongoing training, and a supportive workplace are offered.
1:1 Teaching Assistant – KS1 (SEMH Support)
Dukinfield
£95.00 - £110 per day
Full Time
We are seeking a dedicated 1:1 Teaching Assistant for a Year 2 pupil with SEMH needs at a welcoming Dukinfield primary school. The role requires exceptional behaviour management skills to support a child with ADHD and demand avoidance. You will work closely with staff to implement individual learning and behaviour plans, promoting confidence and independence. This is a full-time, long-term position offering the chance to make a meaningful difference in a child’s development.
SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA) – 1:1 Support
Sutton Coldfield
£85 - £100 per day
Full Time
We’re seeking a caring and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA) to provide 1:1 support at a supportive special needs school in Sutton Coldfield. This full-time, ongoing role (£85–£100 per day) involves working with students with a range of needs, including learning difficulties, physical disabilities, and complex health conditions. You’ll help create a positive, inclusive environment—supporting learning, building confidence, and promoting independence every day.
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.
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.
1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant
Birmingham
£95 - £100 per day
Full Time
Balfor Recruitment is seeking a dedicated and compassionate SLD Teaching Assistant to join a thriving special needs school in Birmingham 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.
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