Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner – Leicester

Location: Leicestershire, with national travel as requiredSalary: £36,776.07 per annum plus mileageHours: 

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.

Your responsibilities will include:

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.

Apply today to find out more about this opportunity and how you could make a positive difference to the lives of adults in supported living.