Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner

Care First UK Recruitment Solutions; Leicester; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Career development

Supportive organisation

Job summary

Care First Recruitment is seeking a passionate Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner to support adults with learning disabilities, autism and mental health needs in Leicester and surrounding services. You will develop and implement person-centred PBS plans, travel between services across Leicestershire and nationally, and work with supported living teams to promote independence and wellbeing.

The role offers a generous salary (£36,776.07 per annum) and mileage along with career development

Qualifications

• A Level 5 PBS qualification or Level 4 with willingness to upgrade.
• Experience supporting adults with learning disabilities, autism and/or mental health conditions.
• Strong person-centred approaches and PBS knowledge.
• Good communication, assessment and care-planning skills.
• Full UK driving licence with access to own vehicle.
• Willingness to travel across Leicestershire and nationally

Responsibilities

• Developing, implementing and reviewing individualised PBS plans.
• Supporting adults with learning disabilities, autism and mental health conditions.
• Identifying triggers and developing proactive strategies.
• Promoting dignity, independence and quality of life.
• Collaborating with staff, families and professionals.
• Providing guidance, training and embedding PBS principles.
• Monitoring progress and adapting strategies.
• Travelling between services as required

Skills

PBS Level 5

Driving Licence

Communication

Care Planning

Travel willingness

Education

Level 5 PBS qualification

Level 4 PBS (willing to progress)

Job description

Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner – Leicester

Location: Leicestershire, with national travel as required. Salary: £36,776.07 per annum plus mileage. Hours: Monday to Friday - 37.5 hours per week, including travel time.

Make a meaningful difference every day.

Care First Recruitment is partnering with a reputable charitable trust that provides specialist support to vulnerable adults with learning disabilities, autism and a range of mental health conditions across several supported living services in the Leicester area.

We are looking for a passionate and experienced Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) Practitioner to help improve the quality of life, independence and wellbeing of the people supported by the organisation.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a values-led organisation where person-centred care, dignity and positive outcomes are at the heart of its approach.

The role

As a Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner, you will work closely with individuals, support teams and other professionals to develop and implement effective, person-centred strategies that promote independence and improve outcomes.

• Developing, implementing and reviewing individualised Positive Behaviour Support plans.
• Supporting adults with learning disabilities, autism and mental health conditions within supported living environments.
• Identifying potential triggers and developing proactive strategies to reduce behaviours that may present challenges.
• Promoting dignity, choice, independence and a better quality of life for the people supported.
• Working collaboratively with support staff, families and multidisciplinary professionals to ensure consistent approaches.
• Providing guidance, training and practical support to teams to embed positive behaviour support principles into everyday practice.
• Monitoring progress and adapting strategies to meet changing individual needs.
• Travelling between services across Leicestershire and nationally when required.

About you

We are keen to hear from practitioners who have experience supporting adults with learning disabilities, autism and/or mental health conditions and who are passionate about delivering positive, person-centred support.

Ideally, you will have:

• A Level 5 qualification in Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) or the relevant PBS Practitioner accreditation.
• Previous experience supporting adults with learning disabilities, autism and/or complex needs.
• A good understanding of person-centred approaches and positive behaviour support principles.
• Strong communication, assessment and care-planning skills.
• A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle.
• The flexibility and willingness to travel as required.

Candidates qualified to Level 4 in PBS who are willing to work towards Level 5 will also be considered. This could be an excellent opportunity for someone looking to further develop their expertise and progress their career in positive behaviour support.

What’s on offer?

• Salary of £36,776.07 per annum, plus mileage.
• 37.5 hours per week, including travel time.
• The opportunity to work with a reputable charitable trust committed to supporting vulnerable adults.
• A varied role across several supported living services.
• The opportunity to make a tangible difference to people's independence, wellbeing and quality of life.
• Career development opportunities for the right candidate.

Interested?

If you are an experienced PBS Practitioner, hold a Level 4 or Level 5 qualification, and are looking for a rewarding opportunity in the Leicester area, we would love to hear from you.