As a Positive Behavioural Support (PBS) practitioner, you will help children and young people with learning disabilities, Autism and sometimes other support needs to transform their lives. 

We are looking for someone to join our team covering maternity leave on a Fixed Term Contract until December 2026.

• Deliver the highest quality and standards of Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) to young people, their families and a range of other professionals, enabling the child or young person to continue to live at home
• Keywork an agreed number of children and young people, delivering PBS interventions and support in the home, in the community, school and other support service settings, including directly supporting the young person, modelling good practice and providing guidance
• Develop meaningful relationships with the young person and the family that is based on trust, reliability and professionalism thus enabling effective support and interventions
• Support the young person to increase independence, increase their community involvement, develop a range of skills, have more meaningful occupation and enhance their wellbeing
• To work as part of a team of PBS Practitioners, including providing cover for other members of the team as require

We’re committed to being Disability Confident and we guarantee to interview all applicants with a disability who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy.

• Previous experience working with Children and young people with learning disabilities and Autism.
• Communication – verbal and written Accurate communication skills with attention to detail. Confident and persuasive communicator. Demonstrable questioning and listening skills 
• Values – Demonstrates company values. Self-motivated and enthusiastic to learn new skills. Demonstrates an inclusive approach at work and supportive to colleagues. Discrete and maintains confidentially of information 
• Safeguarding – Demonstrate knowledge of child protection practices awareness of abuse and neglect and the increased vulnerability of disabled children and young people 
• Ability to deliver Intensive support and interventions to children and young people, families and other professionals 
• Ability to develop positive professional relationships with children and young people, families and a range of professionals
• Ability to work alongside colleagues in school settings and provide guidance and modelling 
• Ability to fully engage with children and young people, families and other professionals- providing guidance and support, gaining feedback and challenging negative practice and attitudes
• Full UK Manual driving licence and access to a vehicle

Please note that we are actively shortlisting candidates throughout the duration of the advert, interviews will be held as soon as possible and we will make an offer immediately if we find the right candidate. Apply without delay!