Positive Behaviour Support Assistant – Field-Based

LDA Care Limited; Tendring; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Perkbox benefit (Shopping & groceries)

Employee wellbeing assistance package

Free specialist training

Ongoing training & coaching

Opportunities to progress & develop

Pension enrolment

Paid holiday

Sick pay

Weekly Pay

Job summary

LDA Care Limited in Tendring is seeking a Positive Behaviour Support Assistant to support adults with learning disabilities and autism in domiciliary care settings.

The role requires travel and is based at Frinton-on-Sea for at least three days a week; you will develop personalised PBS plans, monitor outcomes, and work with a PBS lead to ensure quality care.

We offer ongoing training, weekly pay, and a supportive team environment to help you grow in your role.

Qualifications

• Qualifications include level 2/3 in Health & Social Care or Mental Health studies.
• PBS qualification desirable.
• Education in behaviour support and willingness to progress toward a PBS diploma.
• Teaching qualification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments to understand the needs and preferences of individuals.
• Develop and implement personalised Positive Behaviour Support plans tailored to enhance quality of life.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure a holistic and integrated approach to support.
• Provide ongoing training to support staff, caregivers, and family members in PBS strategies.
• Utilise evidence-based practices to address challenging behaviours and promote skill development.
• Foster a culture of dignity and respect, valuing each person served.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of interventions, adjusting strategies with PBS lead support.
• Create easy read PBS plans so individuals understand how needs will be met.
• Systematically collect data on target behaviours and intervention effectiveness.

Skills

Communication skills

Collaboration

Empathy

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

Level 2/3 in Health & Social Care or Mental Health studies

PBS qualification

Education in behaviour support

Diploma in PBS

Teaching qualification

Job description

LDA Care Limited in Tendring is seeking a Positive Behaviour Support Assistant to support adults with learning disabilities and autism in domiciliary care settings.

The role requires travel and is based at Frinton-on-Sea for at least three days a week; you will develop personalised PBS plans, monitor outcomes, and work with a PBS lead to ensure quality care.

We offer ongoing training, weekly pay, and a supportive team environment to help you grow in your role.