Trainee Behaviour Specialist

Skybound Therapies Ltd; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 15,399 - 21,933; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Structured clinical supervision

Funded professional development

Access to qualifications

Clear progression pathway

Job summary

Skybound Therapies Ltd is seeking a motivated Trainee Behaviour Specialist to join their team in the UK. This role offers the opportunity to develop a career in Positive Behaviour Support and Applied Behaviour Analysis.

As a Trainee Behaviour Specialist, you will support individuals with complex needs, assist in developing behavioural strategies, and participate in structured training. The company values evidence-based practices that improve quality of life and offers opportunities for professional development and flexible working.

Qualifications

• Experience with learning disabilities or behaviours that challenge.
• Willingness to learn and develop professionally.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Support implementation of Positive Behaviour Support plans.
• Assist with behavioural observations and data collection.
• Help develop meaningful goals and skill-building programmes.
• Work directly with children, young people, and adults.
• Support staff teams in implementing behavioural strategies.

Skills

Experience supporting individuals with autism

Strong communication skills

Passion for Positive Behaviour Support

Ability to build relationships

Job description

Are you somebody who can make a real difference to people's lives?

Are you passionate about improving the lives of children, young people and adults with learning disabilities, autism and behaviours that challenge?

At Skybound Therapies, we are looking for a motivated and ambitious Trainee Behaviour Specialist to join our growing team. This is an exciting development opportunity for someone who wants to progress and build a rewarding career in Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) and Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA).

You will work alongside experienced Behaviour Specialists and Behaviour Analysts, receiving structured training, supervision and mentoring while developing the skills needed to support complex behavioural needs.

Job Description:

As a Behaviour Specialist in Training, you will:

• Support the implementation of Positive Behaviour Support plans
• Assist with behavioural observations and data collection
• Help develop meaningful goals and skill-building programmes
• Work directly alongside children, young people and adults in their homes, schools and communities
• Support staff teams to understand and implement behavioural strategies
• Contribute to person‑centred planning and outcome monitoring
• Learn how to conduct functional assessments and behaviour support planning
• Participate in specialist training, supervision and competency assessments

What we can offer you:

• Structured clinical supervision and mentoring
• Funded professional development opportunities
• Access to PBS and behavioural science qualifications
• Clear progression pathway into specialist and analyst roles
• Opportunities to work across community and specialist residential services
• A supportive and values‑led team culture
• Flexible working opportunities where service needs allow

At Skybound Therapies, we believe that behaviour support should be compassionate, evidence‑based and focused on improving quality of life. We are committed to developing the next generation of behaviour specialists and creating meaningful career opportunities for people who share our values.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and become part of an organisation that genuinely invests in your development, we’d love to hear from you.

What we ask of you:

• Experience supporting individuals with autism, learning disabilities or behaviours that challenge
• Passion for Positive Behaviour Support and improving quality of life
• Strong communication and relationship‑building skills
• Willingness to learn and develop professionally
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
• Life insurance
• Private medical insurance including dental and opticians cover (after probation)
• Additional leave

Schedule:

• Part‑time or full‑time roles

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Brynamman: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (required)

Pay: From £13.55 per hour