PBS Practitioner - East Anglia

Swanton Care and Community; Ipswich; Remote; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking care organization as a PBS Practitioner, where you will play a crucial role in delivering training and support to enhance the lives of individuals with complex needs. This dynamic position involves working closely with teams to promote proactive strategies and ensure compliance with training standards. With a focus on empathy and integrity, you will help empower individuals with Autism and learning disabilities to achieve greater independence. Enjoy a supportive work environment with various benefits, including funded qualifications and a cycle-to-work scheme, while making a meaningful impact in the community.

Benefits

Refer a friend scheme

Long service awards

Employee benefits app

Cycle to work scheme

Auto-enrolled pension scheme

Life cover

Funded qualifications

Employee Assistance Programme

Employee Voice events

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience in a PBS role or equivalent.
• In-depth knowledge of support needs for Autism and learning disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Deliver face-to-face RRN accredited training programmes.
• Manage caseloads and develop support plans.

Skills

Proactive PBS & Physical Intervention Training

Knowledge of Autism and Learning Disabilities

Experience in PBS Role

Behavior Management Strategies

Education

NVQ Level 5 in PBS or Equivalent

Job description

About The Role

Are you ready to take the next step in your career to meet the challenge of this exciting role?

Position: PBS Practitioner

Location: Remote working from home - East Anglia coverage with some requirement to travel out of area plus overnight stays. As a large organisation, there will be an expectation that the trainer will travel to different locations and there may be requirement to stay overnight, so must be a driver with access to their own vehicle. All travel and accommodation is paid for, and dates will be agreed at least 3 months in advance.

Hours: Full time, 40 hours per week to be worked to meet the needs of the business.

WE DO NOT OFFER SPONSORSHIP

About you

This is an opportunity for a proactive PBS & Physical Intervention Trainer to join an evolving care company and to be part of our team.

You will need:

• NVQ Level 5 qualification in PBS or equivalent/above (or willing to complete)
• Professional experience working with children and/or adults with Autism and learning disabilities and behaviors of concern. 1 year of working in a PBS role or equivalent.
• In-depth knowledge of support needs of people with Autism, learning disabilities and mental health disorders. Sound understanding of PBS, Active Support, Mental Capacity and how this is used to inform practice.
• Responsible for delivering face-to-face RRN accredited training programmes outlined by NAPPI UK to support maintaining organisational training compliance.
• Equipping teams with the skills and knowledge to manage behavior safely, respectfully, and within legal and organisational guidelines.
• The trainer will promote the use of proactive strategies to minimise the use of restrictive practices and ensure the safety and well-being of staff and people we support.
• There will be an expected delivery of 3-4 days’ worth of training per week with a day to complete administrative tasks.

Our Values and Offerings

At Swanton Care, we value Potential, Responsibility, Integrity, Diversity, and Empathy, which underpin our PRIDE in services.

We offer various benefits including:

• Refer a friend scheme - receive £400 for each successful referral *
• Awards for contributions and excellent inspection feedback
• Long service awards
• Employee benefits app with discounts and development info
• Cycle to work scheme
• Auto-enrolled pension scheme
• Life cover
• Funded qualifications and career pathways including apprenticeships
• Swanton Educates training centre
• Trained mental health first aiders
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Employee Voice events for feedback

*Subject to eligibility & criteria

About The Service

Swanton Care & Community is a national provider supporting individuals with complex needs including autism, learning disabilities, and mental health issues. We believe everyone can achieve greater independence with the right support.

We seek a passionate PBS Practitioner to manage caseloads, conduct assessments, develop support plans, and lead practice development and training in PBS, Active Support, and Physical Intervention within our quality team.