PBS Practitioner

NHS; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Manchester is seeking a dedicated Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner. The role involves conducting assessments, developing and implementing strong support plans, and leading training sessions for staff. Candidates must hold a formal qualification in Positive Behaviour Support or a related field, have experience with challenging behaviours, and be capable of working in demanding situations. This full-time position emphasizes teamwork and offers support in mental health services, making it ideal for those passionate about helping others in need.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in developing, implementing, and evaluating interventions for challenging behaviours.
• Ability to work effectively within a team and to lead others.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for business use.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Functional Behaviour Assessments.
• Develop and implement PBS plans.
• Provide staff training and development.

Skills

Experience in conducting behavioural assessments

Understanding of legal frameworks including the Mental Health Act

Excellent record-keeping and report-writing skills

Ability to reduce restrictive practices

Education

Formal qualification in Positive Behaviour Support or related field

Job description

Our work is rewarding but can be challenging, so resilience is key. No two days are the same! Your natural empathy will help you support others through both the highs and lows.

The ideal candidate will hold a formal qualification in Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) or a related field, such as a BSc in Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, an MSc in Applied Behaviour Analysis, an MA or MSc in Autism Studies, or a PBS/ABA Graduate Diploma. They will have proven experience in conducting behavioural assessments and in developing, implementing, and evaluating interventions for individuals who present with behaviours that challenge, alongside a strong history of providing direct support to people with learning disabilities and/or autism. The role requires a detailed understanding of relevant legal frameworks and processes, including the Mental Health Act (1983), safeguarding, and risk management, as well as the willingness and ability to work in physically and emotionally demanding situations. The successful applicant will demonstrate the ability to work effectively within a team while also leading and positively influencing others, supported by excellent record‑keeping, report‑writing, and written communication skills. Experience in delivering PBS training and a demonstrated history of reducing the use of restrictive practices are essential. A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for business use are also required.

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Main duties of the job

You will be part of a compassionate team who are committed to our patients wellbeing. We take a personalised approach, using proven therapies to help people move forward with confidence and build a healthier, more fulfilling future. You will play a key part in their recovery, assisting qualified staff with the assessment and implementation of individual patient care plans, undertaking routine tasks and activities as directed or delegated to facilitate wellbeing, dignity and treatment of patients

• Demonstrate best practice in the implementation of PBS, working with individuals, colleagues, key stakeholders, internal and external multidisciplinary teams, and families.
• Conduct Functional Behaviour Assessments.
• Develop and implement PBS plans.
• Provide staff training and development, including PBS, practice workshops, and other associated training.

About us

Priory is the UKs leading independent provider of mental health and adult social care. With 13,000 colleagues and a network of 280 services, we support over 26,000 people each year to live their lives as fully and independently as possible. We treat more than 70 conditions including depression, anxiety, eating disorders and childrens mental health and provide residential and supported living care for autistic adults, people with a learning disability, PraderWilli Syndrome, brain injuries and older people.

We are an equal opportunities employer committed to providing an inclusive, accessible recruitment process. Learn more about the accessibility support we offer here.

All roles are subject to a successful disclosure at an appropriate level from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), Access NI or Disclosure Scotland. Priory will cover the cost of a DBS check.

We kindly request that recruitment agencies do not contact us regarding this vacancy.

Job responsibilities

Priory Hospital Cheadle is looking to recruit a Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner to join the team .This is a full time role of 37.5 hours.

Set within picturesque landscaped gardens in Stockport, Priory Hospital Cheadle Royal offers a range of comprehensive inpatient mental health services for young people and adults. The focus of our service is to help people to live their best life in a safe and supportive environment.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Formal qualification in PBS or related field (e.g., BSc in Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, MSc, Applied Behaviour Analysis, MA or MSc in Autism Studies, PBS/ABA Graduate Diploma).

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.