PBS & Physical Intervention Trainer: East Anglia

Swanton Care and Community; Ipswich; Remote; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care company is seeking a PBS & Physical Intervention Trainer to join their team. This full-time role involves delivering training to staff on managing behaviors of concern in individuals with Autism and learning disabilities. The position requires travel across the UK, with all travel expenses covered. Candidates should hold an NVQ Level 5 qualification in PBS or equivalent and have relevant experience in the field.

Benefits

Refer a friend scheme

Recognition programs

Long service awards

Employee benefits app

Cycle to work scheme

Pension scheme

Life cover

Funded qualifications

Career pathways

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience in a PBS role or equivalent.
• In-depth knowledge of support needs of people with Autism, learning disabilities, and mental health disorders.
• Ability to equip teams with skills to manage behavior safely.

Responsibilities

• Deliver face-to-face RRN accredited training programmes.
• Promote proactive strategies to minimize restrictive practices.
• Expected delivery of 3-4 days of training per week.

Skills

Knowledge of Autism

Knowledge of learning disabilities

Knowledge of mental health disorders

Training delivery skills

Proactive strategies promotion

Education

NVQ Level 5 in PBS or equivalent

Job description

About The Role

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

Position: PBS & Physical Intervention Trainer - Fixed Term (12 months)

Location: Remote from home - National coverage, ideally East Anglia based. The role requires travel to different locations, with potential overnight stays. Candidates must be drivers with access to their own vehicle. All travel and accommodation are paid, with dates scheduled at least 3 months in advance.

Hours: Full time, 40 hours per week, to meet business needs.

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 be part of our team.

You will need:

• NVQ Level 5 qualification in PBS or equivalent/above (or willingness to complete)
• Professional experience working with children and/or adults with Autism, learning disabilities, and behaviors of concern. At least 1 year of experience in a PBS role or equivalent.
• In-depth knowledge of support needs of people with Autism, learning disabilities, and mental health disorders. Understanding of PBS, Active Support, Mental Capacity, and how these inform practice.
• Responsibility for delivering face-to-face RRN accredited training programmes as outlined by NAPPI UK to ensure organisational training compliance.
• Ability to equip teams with skills to manage behavior safely, respectfully, and legally.
• The trainer will promote proactive strategies to minimize restrictive practices and ensure safety and well-being.
• Expected delivery of 3-4 days of training per week, with a day allocated for administrative tasks.

At Swanton Care, we seek individuals who share our core values: Potential, Responsibility, Integrity, Diversity, Empathy.

What we can offer:

• Refer a friend scheme: Earn £400 for each successful referral *
• Recognition programs: Vouchers and surprises for going the extra mile and positive feedback
• Long service awards
• Employee benefits app: Discounts, learning & development info
• Cycle to work scheme
• Pension scheme
• Life cover
• Funded qualifications: Opportunities to develop your career with Swanton *
• Career pathways: Apprenticeships in Health and Social Care (Level 3)
• Swanton Educates: In-house training qualification centre
• Trained mental health first aiders
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP): Confidential 24hr support
• Employee Voice: Regular feedback events

*Subject to eligibility & criteria