Positive Behaviour Support Assistant Practitioner

Salutem Care And Education; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A supportive educational institution in the UK seeks a Positive Behaviour Support Assistant to create a safe and inclusive learning environment for pupils with additional needs. You will implement PBS principles, work with challenging behaviours, and ensure pupil wellbeing through collaboration with staff and parents. Ideal candidates will have experience in Positive Behaviour Support and strong communication skills. Join us to make a meaningful impact on the lives of our pupils.

Benefits

Emotional Support

Medical Support

Financial Support

Physical Support

Qualifications

• Experience or knowledge of Positive Behaviour Support in an educational setting.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil wellbeing.
• Willingness to undertake relevant training and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Embed PBS principles into daily school practice.
• Work directly with pupils who present behaviours that challenge.
• Collect and analyse behavioural data.
• Monitor and review interventions.
• Support transitions for new pupils.

Skills

Experience or knowledge of Positive Behaviour Support in an educational setting

Strong communication skills

Teamwork skills

Commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil wellbeing

Education

Level 4 PBS or commitment to achieve Level 4 or 5

Job description

About The Company

Cavendish View School provides a nurturing and stimulating education for pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition (A.S.C) and special education needs (S.E.N) from the ages of 5 to 11 years.

We provide every child with an exceptional educational experience which is enjoyable, stimulating and supportive, enabling them to reach their full potential.

We are a small school but we have big ideas and do not set limits on what our children can both aspire to and achieve.

Our goal is to give the children at Cavendish View School a window on the wider world.

Pupils benefit from a multi-disciplinary team consisting of teachers, a family liaison officer, teaching assistants, a speech and language therapist, an occupational therapist and a mental health practitioner.

About The Role

Positive Behaviour Support Assistant (PBS Practitioner)

Salary: £30,000 per annum

We’re looking for a dedicated Positive Behaviour Support Assistant (PBS Practitioner) to join our school team and help create a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment for pupils with additional needs.

What you’ll do:

• Embed PBS principles into daily school practice to promote positive behaviour and reduce restrictive interventions.
• Work directly with pupils who present behaviours that challenge, supporting staff to implement effective strategies.
• Collect and analyse behavioural data, contribute to functional assessments, and assist in developing person‑centred PBS plans.
• Monitor and review interventions, attend multi‑disciplinary meetings, and provide clear reports.
• Support transitions for new pupils and engage with parents/carers through meetings and workshops.
• Deliver staff training and promote best practice across the school.

What we’re looking for:

• Experience or knowledge of Positive Behaviour Support in an educational setting.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil wellbeing.
• Willingness to undertake relevant training and professional development.
• Level 4 PBS or willing to work towards Level 4 or 5.

Apply Now!

Don’t meet every single requirement? We still encourage you to apply! At Salutem Care and Education, we’re committed to creating an inclusive and diverse environment guided by our core values. Your potential and alignment with our values might be exactly what we’re looking for—sometimes more so than your current experience. If you’re excited about the opportunity to grow with us, we’d love to hear from you!

Our Core Values:

• ➡️Supportive: Helping everyone reach their full potential.
• ➡️Ambitious: Striving for the best outcomes.
• ➡️Loyal: Prioritising our staff and the people we support.
• ➡️Unique: Innovating without compromising quality.
• ➡️Transparent: Fostering openness and mutual respect.
• ➡️Engaging: Partnering with everyone involved.
• ➡️Meaningful: Offering fulfilling opportunities.

Why Choose Us?

• ✅Emotional Support: 24/7 Employee Assistance, mental health resources, meditation apps, and bereavement support.
• ✅ Medical Support: Free Online GP access, Health Cash Plan, Cancer Cover, and Menopause support.
• ✅ Financial Support: Flexible pay with Wagestream, utility bill savings, Money Helper, and Life Assurance.
• ✅ Physical Support: Online workouts, Cycle to Work scheme, gym discounts, and National Trust activities.

Salutem Care and Education is dedicated to protecting and promoting the well‑being of children, young adults, and vulnerable individuals. As part of our safer recruitment process, the successful candidate will be required to complete thorough pre‑employment checks, including an enhanced DBS and, where applicable, overseas criminal record checks.