Become A Teaching Assistant!
Welcome to Balfor education recruitment! Here, you can find a variety of job opportunities in the education field, from teaching assistant jobs to administrative roles.
If you're passionate about shaping the minds of the next generation and want to make a positive impact in the world, a career in education might be the perfect fit for you. Whether you're just starting out in your career or are looking to make a change, we have opportunities for educators at all levels with Balor – specialists in education recruitment.
Teaching Careers
Balfor has formed many relationships with educational institutions, and we are known to have a high success rate at placing candidates into their dream teaching role. Finding your preferred teaching position can be difficult, as we at Balfor are aware. However, we publish jobs from many schools and educational institutions that are looking for your specialised abilities, whether you're an Early Years teacher, Teaching Assistant, Head Teacher, or Higher Education professional.
Our job listings range from positions in schools, universities, and educational organisations, both in-person and remote. We offer a range of full-time, part-time, and contract positions, so you can find a role that fits your schedule and goals – don’t waste time applying through Balfor Recruitment. We support you at every step of the process and understand what the interview processes are for the education sector.
Why apply for Teaching Assistant Jobs:
With over 25 years of experience in recruitment, Balfor Education is part of an award-winning recruitment agency. As a result of our strong relationship with both clients and candidates in the West Midlands, we are one of the leading recruitment firms in the region.
If you apply for the role of Teaching Assistant with us, you'll receive the following benefits:
- Having flexibility with your work schedule
- Around-the-clock support from our team of recruiters
- Career guidance and support on an ongoing basis
- We offer competitive rates
- Both long and short-term positions are available
When it comes to matching individuals to Teaching Assistant jobs, we have a great deal of experience.
Find your new job as a Teaching Assistant
We have various roles available for Teaching Assistants, whether you're looking for permanent or temporary work.
In your capacity as a Teacher Assistant, you will prepare the classroom for lessons, assist children during lessons, and support teachers in lesson planning.
With average salaries starting at £17,000, the role of a Teaching Assistant doesn't require any previous educational requirements.
Get started on your new career today by browsing our Teaching Assistant job listings!
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Explore our teaching jobs today and take the first step towards a fulfilling career in education. Join a community of dedicated educators and make a difference in the lives of students for many years to come.
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Sporty SEMH Teaching Assistant
Small Heath
£85–£100 per day
Temporary
Balfor Education is recruiting a Sporty SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a dynamic special needs community school in Small 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.
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.
Teaching Assistant – SEN Provision
£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.
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.
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.
Autism Support Assistant
Birmingham
£85–£95 per day
Full Time
Balfor Education is recruiting a full-time Autism Support Assistant for a nurturing SEN primary school in Erdington, Birmingham. This rewarding 1:1 role involves supporting a pupil with autism, learning difficulties, and speech/language needs. You'll help them engage with the curriculum, build communication and social skills, and develop greater independence. Ideal for someone with SEN experience and a genuine passion for autism support.
SEMH Teaching Assistant
Birmingham
£85–£100 per day
Full Time
Balfor Education is recruiting for a fantastic special needs community school in Birmingham seeking a full-time SEMH Teaching Assistant. This role involves supporting pupils with social, emotional, and mental health needs through thorough assessment and personalised support, ensuring each child’s unique challenges and strengths are addressed.
Behaviour Support Assistant
Birmingham
£85 - £100 per day
Full Time
Balfor Recruitment, an award‑winning specialist in education staffing based in Birmingham, is seeking a full‑time Behaviour Support Assistant to join a dedicated SEMH special school team
Pastoral Manager
Birmingham
£180 – £200 per day
Full Time
Balfor Recruitment is seeking an experienced and confident Pastoral Manager to lead behaviour and wellbeing in a dynamic Birmingham-based Pupil Referral Unit (PRU). This full-time, long-term role is ideal for professionals with a strong background in pastoral care, behaviour management, and team leadership. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in developing and implementing the school's behaviour and welfare strategies, directly influencing the success and wellbeing of some of the most vulnerable young people in education.
KS3 SEMH Teaching Assistant
Small 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 Birmingham. 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.
Behaviour Support Assistant
Small 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 Birmingham. 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.
Cover Supervisor / Teaching Assistant (SEN)
Kings Heath
£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 Kings Heath. 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
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.
Inclusive Learning Assistant – SEN Support
Birmingham
£95 – £105 per day
Full Time
Balfor Recruitment is working in partnership with a welcoming and inclusive special needs school in Birmingham to recruit a dedicated Inclusive Learning Assistant. This long-term, full-time role is ideal for someone with at least two years of experience supporting pupils with a range of additional needs including autism (ASD), ADHD, MLD, and SLD.
Level 3 Teaching Assistant
Walsall
£85 - £100 per day
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.
Learning Support Assistant
Wolverhampton
£95 - £105 per day
Full Time
Balfor Education is seeking a full-time Learning Support Assistant to join a supportive special school in Wolverhampton 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.
Autism Support Assistant
Wolverhampton
£85–£95 per day
Full Time
Balfor Education is recruiting a full-time Autism Support Assistant for a nurturing SEN primary school in Wolverhampton. This rewarding 1:1 role involves supporting a pupil with autism, learning difficulties, and speech/language needs. You'll help them engage with the curriculum, build communication and social skills, and develop greater independence. Ideal for someone with SEN experience and a genuine passion for autism support.
EYFS Teaching Assistant
Solihull
£85 - £100 a 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.
1:1 Teaching Assistant
Erdington
£85–£95 per day
Full Time
Balfor Education is recruiting a full-time 1:1 Teaching Assistant for a supportive Secondary PRU in Erdington, Birmingham. You will work closely with a pupil aged 11–16 who presents with social, emotional, and behavioural needs (SEMH), potentially alongside ASD, ADHD, or communication difficulties. This role suits a calm, resilient individual with PRU or SEN experience who is passionate about re-engaging young people in education and supporting positive change.
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.