Positive Behaviour Support Specialist

Applefields School; Scarborough; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Partners in Care Yorkshire in Scarborough is seeking a dedicated support worker to assist an individual with acquired brain injury living in the community. The role focuses on maintaining independence and quality of life through calm, professional, and consistent approaches.

You will work within a multi‑agency team, use de‑escalation techniques, support emotional regulation, and uphold professional boundaries. A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle are required for this role.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle are required.
• Experience and understanding of positive behaviour support and brain injury rehabilitation.
• Ability to work within emotionally demanding environments and multi-agency teams.

Responsibilities

• Delivering person-centred support within the home and community.
• Supporting emotional regulation and behavioural stability.
• Responding to behaviours that challenge.
• Maintaining consistency of approach across the team.
• Using de-escalation and low-arousal communication techniques.
• Supporting independence and daily living.
• Accurate recording and professional communication.
• Participating in reflective supervision and team development.
• Maintaining clear professional boundaries at all times.
• Support with Personal Care.

Skills

Emotional intelligence

Resilience

Professional boundaries

Reflective practice

Team collaboration

Driving licence

Job description

Partners in Care Yorkshire in Scarborough is seeking a dedicated support worker to assist an individual with acquired brain injury living in the community. The role focuses on maintaining independence and quality of life through calm, professional, and consistent approaches.

You will work within a multi‑agency team, use de‑escalation techniques, support emotional regulation, and uphold professional boundaries. A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle are required for this role.