Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) Practitioner to join the Community Learning Disability Team in Doncaster. The role delivers evidence-based PBS to individuals with complex needs, aiming to improve quality of life and independence through person-centred approaches.

The post operates within an MDT, offering professional development, supervision and opportunities to contribute to service development and quality improvement while

Qualifications

• Post-qualification experience with learning disabilities.
• Understanding of PBS, trauma-informed care.
• Ability to work in an MDT and with carers.

Responsibilities

• Complete specialist functional assessments and formulations for people with learning disabilities and autism who present with behaviours of concern.
• Develop, implement and review Positive Behaviour Support plans with individuals, families and professionals.
• Provide specialist PBS advice and consultation to colleagues, support providers and partner agencies.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and ensure safeguarding and professional standards.

Skills

PBS knowledge

MDT collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Psychology / Nursing / Behaviour Therapist / AHP

Job description

Employer Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site Tickhill Road Hospital Town Doncaster Salary £39,959 - £48,117 per annum Salary period Yearly Closing 11/11/2026 23:59 Interview date 26/11/2026

NHS AfC: Band 6

Job overview

Are you passionate about improving the lives of people with learning disabilities? We have an exciting opportunity for a skilled and motivated Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) Practitioner to join our multidisciplinary Community Learning Disability Team in Doncaster.

Working as part of an experienced and supportive MDT, you will play a key role in delivering evidence-based Positive Behaviour Support to individuals with complex needs, helping to improve quality of life, promote independence, and reduce behaviours of concern through
person-centred approaches.

This is an excellent opportunity for a professional with experience in learning disabilities and positive behaviour support who is committed to delivering high-quality, compassionate care and making a meaningful difference to the lives of people and their families.

The service offers a supportive multidisciplinary working environment where professional development, supervision and continuous learning are actively encouraged. This role provides the opportunity to contribute to service development, quality improvement initiatives and
specialist PBS pathways, while making a real difference to the lives of people with learning disabilities and their families across Doncaster.

If you're looking for a role where you can work within an experienced MDT and make a lasting impact on the lives of adults with learning disabilities, we'd love to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

• Complete specialist functional assessments and formulations for people with learningdisabilities and autism who present with behaviours of concern.
• Develop, implement and review Positive Behaviour Support plans in partnership withindividuals, families, carers and professionals.
• Provide specialist PBS advice, guidance and consultation to colleagues, supportproviders and partner agencies.
• Manage a defined caseload and contribute to holistic assessment, intervention andcare planning within the MDT.
• Deliver PBS-related training, coaching and support to staff, carers and otherstakeholders.
• Promote trauma-informed, evidence-based and person-centred approaches in allaspects of practice.
• Contribute to service development, clinical governance, quality improvement and auditactivities.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and ensure compliance with safeguarding,confidentiality and professional standards.

Working for our organisation

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 4000 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected.

We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services.

We are dedicated to the development of our our people and hold a learning half day every month for our colleagues.

We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first class care while remaining committed to our vision and values. Please view our Strategy using the link below:

To find out more about working for RDaSH and the fantastic benefits we offer visit our website:

We are committed to inclusive cultures and really value people in our organisation, view our Allyship video on YouTube to find out more:

The main terms and conditions of service can be found here:

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if there are a high amount of applications.

Qualifications

• Bachelors (Hons) Degree in Psychology / Nursing / Behaviour Therapist/ AHP or another associated relevant health and social care field.
• Current registration with the HCPC, NMC or Social Work England, as appropriate to professional background.
• Hold a recognised qualification in Positive Behaviour Support, Applied Behaviour Analysis, or equivalent postgraduate PBS training, with evidence of applying PBS methodologies in practice (eg. Pg Dip; Level 5 Diploma in PBS or equivalent.)

Knowledge

• Post qualification experience in working with people with a learning disability, mental health, and behaviour that challenges.
• Mental Capacity Act
• Experience of working with carers
• Experience of communicating and presenting to a wide range of agencies and forums.
• Experience of use of skills to enable communication with people who have limited or different communication abilities.
• Report writing skills
• A theoretical understanding of, and experience in, PBS, Functional Assessment and related behaviour management models and strategies.
• Ability to seek and engage in support and clinical supervision.
• Knowledge of STOMP
• Knowledge of Trauma Informed Support
• Training of groups of staff, in-house and external in PBS.
• Experience of working within an MDT community team
• Experience of staff coaching/supervision

Skills

• Ability to work independently and to prioritise workload and manage related demands.
• Self-awareness and emotional resilience in face of distressing situations
• Ability to cope with potentially threatening and violent situations and to use breakaway techniques.

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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.