PBS Practitioner - Supported Living.

Optimo Care Group; Tendring; On-site; GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care organization seeks a Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner to empower individuals with complex needs. This role involves developing behaviour support plans, mentoring teams, and collaborating with multidisciplinary professionals. With flexibility and training opportunities, it's perfect for someone passionate about delivering person-centred support.

Benefits

Flexible Working

Comprehensive Training

Career Progression

Supportive Team Environment

Employee Assistance Program

Reward Gateway

£250 Refer-a-Friend Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in PBS, psychology, education, or health & social care.
• Qualified to a level 3 or above.
• Driving and own vehicle essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct descriptive functional assessments and develop behaviour support plans.
• Mentor and coach support teams to deliver proactive, consistent care.
• Help reduce restrictive practices in line with Restraint Reduction Network principles.

Skills

Communication

Team-working

Behaviours of concern management

Education

Level 3 or above qualification

Job description

Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner (PBS Practitioner)

Location: Field-Based (Various Locations in and around Essex)

Salary: £27,500

Job Type: Full-time

About Us

At CFT, we are passionate about empowering people with complex needs to live full,

meaningful lives. Our values-led organisation is dedicated to delivering person-

centred support rooted in Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) and Active Support.

The Role

We are looking for a compassionate and motivated Positive Behaviour Support

Practitioner to join our growing team. In this role, you will:

• Conduct descriptive functional assessments and develop behaviour support plans.
• Work alongside individuals, families, and staff to implement effective PBS
  
  

interventions.

• Mentor and coach support teams to deliver proactive, consistent care.
• Analyse behavioural data to evaluate progress and improve outcomes.
• Help reduce restrictive practices in line with Restraint Reduction Network (RRN)
  
  

principles.

• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary professionals including psychologists, therapists,
  
  

and social workers.

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking someone who:

• Has experience in PBS, psychology, education, or health & social care.
• Is passionate about improving lives and reducing behaviours of concern.
• Has excellent communication and team-working skills.
• Is comfortable working independently and collaboratively.
• Understands and promotes values such as dignity, respect, and compassion.
• Driving and own vehicle essential
• Qualified to a level 3 or above.
  
  

Experience in delivering PROACT-SCIPr-UK training or holding a valid PROACT-SCIPr-UK instructor qualification.

Benefits of Working with CFT Care Ltd:

• Flexible Working: Full-time, permanent contracts with flexibility to accommodate
  
  

work-life balance.

• Comprehensive Training: Optimo learning academy - Ongoing training and
  
  

development to help you grow within the role and the company.

• Career Progression: Opportunities for career advancement within our growing
  
  

organisation.

• Supportive Team Environment: A friendly and supportive team committed to
  
  

delivering the highest standard of care.

• Employee Assistance Program: Everyone receives the Health Assured EAP,
  
  

ensuring professional support is always available for whatever life throws at you,

because your wellbeing matters.

• Reward Gateway: Whether it is giving thanks to colleagues, celebrating
  
  

meaningful anniversaries, or saving money on your day-to-day spending, our reward

and recognition platform provides you with access to a wide range of non-salary

benefits and genuine shopping discounts.

• £250 Refer-a-Friend Scheme: Receive a £250 bonus when you refer someone
  
  

who successfully joins the team.

Apply Now

If you're ready to make a lasting impact and help shape truly person-centred support,

we’d love to hear from you.

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