Details at a glance

Required: ASAP

Hours per week: 37.5 (08:30am – 5pm Monday – Friday) * (Hours are flexible upon request for the right candidate)

Working weeks: 42 weeks (term time)

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children and families? TEAM Multi-Academy Trust has a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated Family Support Teaching Assistant to join our vibrant and supportive team. This is your chance to be part of a purpose-driven organisation where your skills and passion can create lasting change.

As a Family Support Teaching Assistant, you’ll play a vital role in helping children and families thrive. You’ll work across nine schools and in the heart of our community, building strong relationships and delivering meaningful support where it’s needed most.

What You’ll Do

In this impactful role, you will:

• Be a champion for children and families, supporting them through challenges and helping them achieve sustainable, positive outcomes.
• Collaborate with schools, families, and support services to improve attendance, engagement, and outcomes for young people.
• Work within Devon’s Early Help Framework, ensuring the highest-quality support at the earliest stage.
• Bring creativity and flexibility to every situation, meeting families where they are and empowering them to grow.
• Make a difference in the lives of children with complex needs, working with empathy, skill, and determination.

About You

You’re the right fit for this role if you:

• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage meaningfully with children, families, and professionals.
• Are an experienced teaching assistant in supporting school-aged children with complex needs.
• Are a team player with the confidence to work independently when needed.
• Are driven to make a positive and lasting impact in your community.

Why Choose TEAM Multi-Academy Trust?

When you join TEAM, you become part of a community that celebrates teamwork, values professional development, and prioritises well-being. Here’s what we offer:

• A welcoming, supportive environment where you’ll be valued and empowered.
• Generous pension scheme membership (TP/LGPS).
• Free well-being benefits, including access to Thrive, a mental well-being app, through Medigold Occupational Health.
• Cycle-to-work schemes and seasonal flu vaccinations to keep you healthy.
• Dedicated well-being and long-service days to recharge.
• Free on-site parking for hassle-free commuting.
• And, of course, a chance to truly change lives every single day.

Would you like to know more about the role?

There is an opportunity to meet virtually via TEAMS with the Director of Inclusion, Beth Carter, on Friday 6^th December. This will be by appointment only from 11am, so please book your interest via vacancies@team-mat.org.uk