PBS Assistant | Bristol

Catalyst Care Group; West of England; On-site; GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A care organization in Bristol is seeking a dedicated PBS Assistant to support positive behaviour support for individuals with learning disabilities. You will work closely with practitioners, assist in creating strategies, and provide one-to-one guidance. This role requires a minimum of 2 years’ experience in supporting vulnerable adults and strong communication skills. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Retail Discount Scheme

Workplace pension scheme

Cycle to Work scheme

Health Cash Plan

Additional wellness days

Extra holiday on birthdays

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience supporting vulnerable adults with complex needs.
• Knowledge of safeguarding practices and legal frameworks.
• Full UK driving license and flexibility to travel.

Responsibilities

• Support development and implementation of Behaviour Support Plans.
• Assist in incident analysis, audits, and post-incident debriefs.
• Provide guidance to frontline staff, carers, and families.

Skills

Understanding of Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) framework

Strong communication skills

Resilience and confidence

Excellent organisational skills

Coaching and training experience

Job description

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent | Hours: 37.5 per week | Salary: £29.500 per year | Location: Bristol

Catalyst Care Group, is looking for a dedicated PBS Assistant to join our Bristol team. In this role, you’ll support the delivery of positive behaviour support for individuals with learning disabilities, autism, and associated mental health conditions, helping to improve their quality of life through ethical, person-centred care.

About the Role

As a PBS Assistant, you will work closely with PBS Practitioners and Specialists to contribute to Behaviour Support Plans (BSPs) and Functional Assessments. Your role will include supporting staff, carers, and families with practical strategies, assisting in incident analysis, audits, and training sessions, and promoting reflective practice and continuous improvement. You will provide one-to-one guidance to frontline staff, encouraging early preventative approaches, positive risk-taking, and person-centred engagement. Collaboration with families, commissioners, and multi-disciplinary professionals is central to ensuring consistent and sustainable outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the development and implementation of Behaviour Support Plans (BSPs) and Functional Assessments
• Assist in incident analysis, audits, and post-incident debriefs
• Provide guidance and coaching to frontline staff, carers, and families
• Promote ethical, person-centred approaches to positive behaviour support
• Contribute to staff training sessions and professional development
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams, families, and commissioners to ensure consistent outcomes

About You

• Understanding of Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) framework, theory, and practice (PBS competencies desirable)
• Knowledge of safeguarding practices and legal frameworks (Care Act, Mental Capacity Act, Human Rights Act)
• Minimum 2 years’ experience supporting vulnerable adults with complex needs and behaviours
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to produce professional reports and engage effectively with stakeholders
• Experience guiding and training staff teams, with facilitation and coaching skills
• Resilient, confident, and able to work under pressure
• Excellent organisational skills and ability to manage competing priorities
• Career-focused, motivated to learn, and passionate about making a positive impact
• Full UK driving license and flexibility to travel across community settings

Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program
• Retail Discount Scheme
• Workplace pension scheme
• My Gym Discounts
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Health Cash Plan
• An additional four wellness days, which will be included in your holiday entitlement
• An extra day holiday to be taken for birthdays
• Group Life Insurance
• Group Critical Illness cover
• Income Protection cover