Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner

Priory; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Priory is seeking a Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner to join its Adult Care team, supporting individuals with learning disabilities and autism. The role involves implementing behaviour support plans, providing staff training, and ensuring quality care outcomes, with a full-time commitment of 37.5 hours per week.

Benefits

Access to retail and tech discounts

Cycle2Work Scheme

Discounted gym memberships

Healthcare cash plan

Cash for Colleagues referral bonus

Learning and development opportunities

Career Pathways

Qualifications

• Extensive experience with people with learning disabilities or Autism.
• Formal qualification in Positive Behaviour Support.
• Willingness to work towards required certifications.

Responsibilities

• Implement Positive Behaviour Support Plans and assess functional behaviour.
• Lead staff training and development workshops.
• Provide incident analysis and support.

Skills

Communication

Person centred beliefs

Team Leadership

Education

BSc in Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities

MSc in Applied Behaviour Analysis

MA or MSc in Autism Studies

PBS Graduate Diploma

PBS BTEC Level 5

Job description

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Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner

Reference

PRI101366

Location

AC PBS - North - North Central - D83

Priory Group Division

Adult Care

Salary

£35,000

Hours

37.5

Vacancy Type

Permanent - Full Time

Job Advert Location Description

We are looking for a PBS Practitioner to join our Positive Behaviour Support team at Priory Adult Care

At Priory Adult Care we offer 24/7 specialist care in community settings. Our aim is to deliver support that enables individuals to develop and improve their quality of life outcomes. You will enjoy every opportunity to make a positive impact working with the people we support.

The post holder will support a number of services in the Yorkshire region.

The PBS practitioner will work closely with the people we support, colleague teams and stakeholders to develop and deliver Positive Behaviour Support.

Job Advert Role Description

The post holder will use their expertise to support predominantly in the following areas:

• Implementation of Capable Environments including Active Support approaches
• Development and implementation of Positive Behaviour Support Plans including Functional Behaviour Assessment
• Practice Leadership and Practice workshops
• Incident support, analysis and colleague debrief
• Staff training & development

Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner

Reference

PRI101366

Location

AC PBS - North - North Central - D83

Priory Group Division

Adult Care

Salary

£35,000

Hours

37.5

Vacancy Type

Permanent - Full Time

Job Advert Location Description

We are looking for a PBS Practitioner to join our Positive Behaviour Support team at Priory Adult Care

At Priory Adult Care we offer 24/7 specialist care in community settings. Our aim is to deliver support that enables individuals to develop and improve their quality of life outcomes. You will enjoy every opportunity to make a positive impact working with the people we support.

The post holder will support a number of services in the Yorkshire region.

The PBS practitioner will work closely with the people we support, colleague teams and stakeholders to develop and deliver Positive Behaviour Support.

Job Advert Role Description

The post holder will use their expertise to support predominantly in the following areas:

• Implementation of Capable Environments including Active Support approaches
• Development and implementation of Positive Behaviour Support Plans including Functional Behaviour Assessment
• Practice Leadership and Practice workshops
• Incident support, analysis and colleague debrief
• Staff training & development

The ideal candidate will:

• Have extensive experience of direct support experience with people with a learning disability/ Autism
• Hold a formal qualification in: or Positive Behaviour Support i.e. BSc in Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, MSc Applied Behaviour Analysis, MA or MSc in Autism Studies, PBS Graduate Diploma, PBS BTEC Level 5 (advanced professional Diploma)
• Be qualified or willing and able to work towards PROACT-SCIPr-UK Instructor

The post holder will require a full UK driving licence to commute between different sites.

In addition, the candidate will be able to demonstrate:

• Person centred beliefs, values and attitudes
• Excellent communication skills
• The ability to work as part of a team in a leadership capacity, leading and influencing others positively
• An in depth understanding of the principles of Positive Behaviour Support and of Applied Behaviour Analysis
• A history in conducting behavioural assessments and developing, implementing and evaluating interventions for individuals
• A history of reducing the use of restrictive practices
• A history of the delivery of Positive Behaviour Support training
• Excellent record keeping and written skills including report writing
• Detailed understanding of the legal frameworks and policy relevant to the role, e.g. Mental Capacity Act (2005), DOLS, Safeguarding, risk management

Our Benefits:

Access to a variety of retail and tech vouchers/discounts through our Priory Perks platform
Cycle2Work Scheme
Discounted gym memberships
Healthcare cash plan - Pay a monthly fee to cover routine medical and dental expenses (up to a limit) and access GP advice 24/7
Cash for Colleagues - Refer talented people to Priory and earn up to £1,000
Access to plenty of learning & development opportunities through Priory Academy
Career Pathways - Working towards your leadership goals or looking for upskilling opportunities? Whichever direction you're going, we'll help you shape your career with us!

*All benefits (including access to these) are subject to individual Terms & Conditions.

Division DBS info

Disclosure

All roles will be subject to a successful disclosure at an appropriate level from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), Access NI or Disclosure Scotland, and the cost of this will be covered by Priory. We are an equal opportunities employer.

Job Description

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Closing Date

06/07/2025

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