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
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.
Pastoral Teaching Assistant
Erdington
£95 - 105 per day
Full Time
Balfor Education is seeking a dedicated and experienced Pastoral Teaching Assistant to join a nurturing SEN school in Erdington 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.
Cover Supervisor / Teaching Assistant (SEN)
Erdington
£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 Erdington. 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
Wolverhampton
£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.
Learning Support Assistant
Birmingham
£95 - £105 per day
Full Time
Balfor Education is seeking a full-time Learning Support Assistant to join a supportive special school in Birmingham 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)
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 SEN Teaching Assistant
Birmingham
£85 - £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.
PMLD Teaching Assistant
Birmingham
£95 – £105 per day
Full Time
Balfor Education is seeking a full-time PMLD Teaching Assistant for a special needs school in Walsall. You’ll work with pupils with PMLD, SLD, MLD, ASD, and complex needs, providing supervision, supporting sensory room activities, and encouraging outdoor play.
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 Dudley. 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)
Walsall
£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 Walsall. 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.
Pastoral Teaching Assistant
Walsall
£95 - 105 per day
Full Time
Balfor Education is seeking a dedicated and experienced Pastoral Teaching Assistant to join a nurturing SEN school in Walsall 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.
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.
Behaviour Support Assistant
Walsall
£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 Walsall. 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.
SEN Support Teaching Assistant
Walsall
£95 - £105 per day
Full Time
Balfor Education is currently recruiting a dedicated SEN Support Teaching Assistant for a welcoming and inclusive school in Walsall. 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.
Teaching Assistant – SEN Support
Wythenshawe
£85.00 - £100 per day
Part Time
Balfor Recruitment is hiring Level 2/3 Teaching Assistants in Wythenshawe to support children and young people with special educational needs (SEN), including Autism, sensory impairments, and physical or medical needs. The roles are day-to-day and ongoing, offering £85–£100 per day. Successful candidates will provide tailored 1:1 or small group support, assist with therapy and learning programmes, and help with personal care. Applicants must hold a relevant TA qualification, have SEN experience, and be DBS-checked (or willing to apply). Balfor offers free CPD, dedicated consultant support, and long-term career opportunities. To apply, send your CV to jasmine@balfor.co.uk or call 0121 260 0000.
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.
SEN Teaching Assistant
Higher Blackley
£85.00 -£105 per day
Part Time
Balfor Recruitment is hiring Level 2/3 Teaching Assistants in Higher Blackley to support students with SEN needs in both mainstream and specialist schools. Roles are flexible, day-to-day or ongoing, paying £85–£110 per day. Applicants should have SEN experience and a relevant TA qualification. Training, free CPD, and dedicated support are provided for all successful candidates.
SEN Support Teaching Assistant
Birmingham
£95 - £105 per day
Full Time
Balfor Education is currently recruiting a dedicated SEN Support Teaching Assistant for a welcoming and inclusive school in Birmingham. 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.
HLTA
Whitefield, Greater Manchester
£105 - £110 per day
Temporary
Balfor Recruitment is hiring a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) in Whitfield, Manchester, paying £105–£110 per day. The role involves leading interventions, supporting KS1/KS2 classes, and occasional whole-class cover. Candidates should hold a Level 4 HLTA qualification (or Level 3 with experience). Apply via jasmine@balfor.co.uk or call 0121 260 0000 to join a supportive school community.
Learning Support Assistant
Birmingham
£95 - £105 per day
Full Time
Balfor Education is seeking a full-time Learning Support Assistant to join a supportive special school in Birmingham 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.
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