Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) Practitioner

LLOYD'S REGISTER INTERNATIONAL; Leeds; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay framework

33 days leave

Employee assistance

Flexible working

Cycle to work

Refer a friend

Pension scheme

Income protection

Free parking

Life assurance

Job summary

St Anne’s is seeking a Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner to help develop person-centred PBS plans and mentor colleagues. The role requires a PBS qualification and relevant experience, with opportunities to travel across the UK.

You’ll join a values-driven charity committed to improving lives, with a focus on learning and development, and a supportive, ambitious team culture.

Qualifications

• Recognised qualification in PBS (e.g. Bild Dip in PBS or L5+ in related subjects).
• L5 or above in Psychology, LD, H&SC or relevant subject.
• Experience conducting behavioural assessments and developing PBS plans.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Hold a full UK driving licence and be willing to travel across the UK.

Responsibilities

• Develop innovative, person-centred PBS plans.
• Coach, mentor, and empower colleagues to deliver support.
• Embed PBS principles into everyday practice.
• Help people build confidence, independence and opportunities.
• Use insight and data to drive positive outcomes.
• Champion best practice across the organisation.

Skills

PBS planning

Behavioural assessments

Coaching

Driving licence

Education

PBS qualification

Degree in Psychology or related

Job description

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Work with us

Not all jobs give you the satisfaction of seeing someone you work with achieve their true potential. Social Care is a truly rewarding career and St Anne’s is a leading provider of care and support services in Yorkshire and the North East, with a reputation for high quality, person-centred services.

We are often recruiting whether it is for our amazing operational teams or support staff, to discover more see below.

Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) Practitioner

• PBS
• Permanent
• Full time - 37.5 hours per week
• B0399-8280790
• Unit 5, Fountain Court
• Leeds
• £35,538.64 per annum
• 23/09/2026 23:59

Job overview

Join Our Team as a Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) Practitioner

Be the difference. Inspire change. Transform lives.

Every person has a story, a voice, and the right to live a life filled with opportunity, purpose, and belonging. At St Anne’s, we believe that with the right support, people can achieve incredible things. We’re looking for a passionate Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) Practitioner to join our friendly and values driven charity. This isn’t just another job; it’s an opportunity to make a real impact every single day.

Why St Anne’s?

At St Anne’s, our values aren’t just words on a page, they guide everything we do. We are PROUD to create meaningful change every day, building a culture where people feel valued, encouraged, and inspired to grow.

When you join us, you’ll become part of a warm, ambitious, and supportive team that is dedicated to helping people thrive. Your knowledge, creativity, and passion will directly contribute to improving lives while strengthening best practice across our organisation.To be considered for this role, you must possess a PBS qualification and have relevant experience.

Main duties of the job

No two days are the same. As a PBS Practitioner, you’ll work closely with the people we support and the colleagues who support them, helping to create environments where people can flourish.

You will:

Develop innovative, person-centred PBS plans that enable people to live fulfilling lives.

Coach, mentor, and empower colleagues to deliver exceptional support.

Partner with services to embed PBS principles into everyday practice.

Help people build confidence, independence, and meaningful opportunities.

Use insight, data, and curiosity to understand behaviour and drive positive outcomes.

Champion best practice and be a leading voice for PBS across the organisation.

A Career with Purpose

We believe work should be rewarding, meaningful, and enjoyable. We celebrate success, encourage fresh thinking, and support one another to be our best.

If you’re looking for a role where your expertise is valued, your ideas can shape the future, and every day brings the chance to make a lasting impact, this could be the opportunity you’ve been waiting for.

Working for our organisation

St. Anne's wants to reward its employees for their hard work. Employee benefits include;

• New pay framework launched in 2025. Rewarding the dedication and work of staff across the charity. Potential increases after 6 months, 2.5 & 5 years.
• Rising annual leave each year to a maximum of 33 days (including statutory holidays)
• 24 Hour Employee Assistance Programme
• Continuous opportunities for ongoing training and career development
• Cycle To Work scheme
• Refer A Friend recruitment initiative
• Flexible working opportunities (where applicable) upon successful completion of probation period
• Group Personal Pension Scheme
• Discounted income protection scheme
• Free car parking at most services
• Free life assurance cover

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

You’ll bring both expertise and passion to the role. You will:

Have experience conducting behavioural assessments and developing PBS plans.

Understand restrictive practice reduction and person-centred approaches.

Enjoy coaching, mentoring, and supporting others to grow.

Be able to analyse information and turn insight into practical action.

Have excellent communication and record-keeping skills.

Be organised, proactive, and adaptable.

Hold a full UK driving licence and be willing to travel across the UK.

Share our values of kindness, respect, inclusion, and compassion.

Join Us

Help us create brighter futures, stronger communities, and more opportunities for the people we support.

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential criteria

• Recognised qualification in PBS (i.e. Bild Dip in Practice Leadership in PBS, L6 Dip in PBS)
• L5 or above in Psychology, LD. H&SC or relevant subject

Desirable criteria

• Membership of a relevant bidy

Experience

Essential criteria

• Experience of conducting behavioural assessments and developing PBS plans
• Strong written & verbal communication

Desirable criteria

• Experience working in social care, health or education setting supporting people with complex needs
• Experience delivering training or workshops
• membership of a relevant professional body

Applicant requirements

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Further details / informal visits contact

Name: Natallie Shuttleworth

Job title: Head of People Experience

Email address: [e-mail]