Practice Development Practitioner

ENABLE Scotland; Motherwell; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

ENABLE Scotland is seeking a Practice Development Practitioner to advance Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) across Scotland. The role supports delivery of PBS workstreams under the Practice Development Team, embedding person-centred approaches and driving continuous improvement through learning, coaching, and reflective practice.

Working with people supported, families and external partners, you will contribute to assessment, planning, implementation and review of PBS and practice development

Qualifications

• SVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent.
• Graduate in recognised Positive Behaviour Support qualification at Certificate level or equivalent or willing to work towards.
• Knowledge of person-centred, outcomes-focused approaches.
• Understanding of PBS and policy/regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Support PBS workstreams and embed PBS across services.
• Collaborate with supported people, families and teams to improve quality of life.
• Assist in assessment, planning, implementation and review of PBS interventions.
• Support learning, coaching and reflective practice to drive improvement.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Interpersonal skills

Learning and development support

Change management

Reflective practice

Data gathering

IT literacy

Driving licence

Education

SVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (or equivalent)

PBS qualification (Certificate level)

Job description

28 HOURS PER WEEK

£28,000 per annum (£35k FTE)

The Best in You Brings Out the Best in Me

Enableis a dynamic and vibrant organisation dedicated to improving the lives of the people we support and we are looking for a dynamic and motivatedPractice Development Practitioner passionate about Positive Behaviour Support (PBS).

The Practice Development Practitioner is an enhanced practice development role within Enable’s Practice Development Team (PDT). The postholder works under the supervision of the Senior Practice Development Lead to support the delivery of PBS workstreams as set within the PDT Strategy. The role requires a particular focus on embedding PBS and person-centred approaches across Enable Cares services.

The Practice Development Practitioner will work collaboratively with people supported, families, teams, and external partners to improve quality of life outcomes and reduce unnecessary restrictions. They will contribute to assessment, planning, implementation, and review of PBS and practice development interventions and support teams to embed systems, processes, and skills that sustain effective PBS practice. They will contribute to learning, coaching, and reflective practice to support continuous improvement and work flexibly across Scotland to meet service and organisational needs.

Essential Criteria

• SVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (or equivalent).
• Graduate in recognised Positive Behaviour Support qualification at Certificate level or equivalent or be willing to work towards.

Knowledge & Understanding

• Knowledge of person-centred, outcomes-focused approaches for the people we support.
• Understanding of PBS and its application to improve the quality of life for the people we support.
• Knowledge of Care Inspectorate, National Care Standards, SSSC requirements, and relevant legislation and policy.

Skills & Attributes

• Strong communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to support the learning and development of others under supervision.
• Ability to prioritise and manage a varied workload.
• Ability to implement and support change within teams.
• Ability to work reflectively and recognise when to elevate concerns.
• Commitment to own learning and professional development.
• Effective and adaptive communication skills.
• Basic data gathering and analysis skills.
• Working knowledge of information technology.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.

Experience

• Minimum of two years experience supporting people with learning disabilities in a social care setting.
• Experience supporting teams to deliver person-centred support.
• Experience contributing to assessment, planning, delivery, and review of care or support.
• Evidence of continued professional development, including PBS-related learning.

Desirable Criteria

• Experience working within a PBS framework in a learning and development or practice development context.
• Experience supporting people with additional needs such as mental health needs, working in forensic services or acquired brain injury.
• Willingness to further develop within the role, including supporting student learning or supervision in the future.