SEND Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) – Leeds As an HLTA, you will support pupils with a wide range of complex needs, including communication difficulties, sensory needs, learning disabilities, and SEMH challenges. You will also play a key role in delivering and supporting cooking/food tech sessions designed to build independence and life skills. Your responsibilities will include: * Supporting the planning and delivery of accessible lessons * Leading and supervising small groups and occasionally whole classes * Delivering cooking / food technology sessions, including preparation, organisation, and health & safety * Providing targeted interventions tailored to individual needs * Assisting with assessing, tracking, and recording pupil progress * Helping maintain a safe, structured, and inclusive environment * Working collaboratively with teachers, support staff, and external professionals Requirements * HLTA status or strong TA experience with the ability to take on HLTA responsibilities * Experience working with pupils with complex or additional needs * A minimum Level 4 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning (or equivalent) * Cooking / food tech experience (school-based, catering, or life-skills delivery) * Strong behaviour management, patience, and resilience * Excellent communication and teamwork skills * Commitment to safeguarding and support...