Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner

Job Description

Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) Practitioner – 12-Month Fixed Term Contract
Salary: £38,000 + £3,600 Car Allowance
Location: Hertfordshire and surrounding areas (with hybrid/home working)
Contract Type: Full-time, Fixed Term (12 months)

A well-established provider of specialist care and education services is seeking an experienced Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) Practitioner to join their regional team on a 12-month fixed term contract. This is an opportunity to contribute to a values-driven organisation that places quality of life and person-centred care at the core of its approach.
As a PBS Practitioner, you will play a vital role in supporting teams across the region to implement proactive, ethical and evidence-based approaches that reduce restrictive practices and promote meaningful outcomes for individuals. You’ll be part of a committed and collaborative team that values innovation, compassion and positive risk-taking.

Key Responsibilities:

Promoting Quality of Life:

• Ensure the voice of the individual is central to all planning and intervention.
• Support staff teams in reducing restrictive practices by developing proactive strategies and person-centred support plans.
• Collaborate with families, internal colleagues and external professionals to achieve the best possible outcomes.
• Assist teams in capturing and evaluating outcomes to inform best practice and continuous improvement.

Championing Values:

• Model and promote the organisation’s core values in everyday practice.
• Champion Positive Behaviour Support approaches across services and inspire others through guidance and mentoring.
• Support and uphold internal governance and compliance processes in relation to PBS.

Building Capacity:

• Contribute to peer learning networks and reflective practice forums.
• Deliver practice-based training to ensure staff are equipped with the tools and knowledge to support individuals effectively.
• Provide hands-on guidance, leadership and mentoring to PBS Coaches and frontline teams, particularly during times of change or challenge.
• Ensure all strategies and plans are aligned with current legislation, internal policies and sector best practice.

Understanding Behaviour:

• Provide supervision and oversight in the completion of Functional Behaviour Assessments and PBS Plans.
• Offer consultation and feedback to teams to inform and improve support strategies.
• Develop analytical and reflective skills within staff teams and promote data-informed practice.

Candidate Requirements: Essential:

• Recognised PBS qualification (e.g. CAPBS Coaches Award or equivalent).
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a PBS Practitioner or similar role.
• Proven experience facilitating training sessions.
• Demonstrated success in coaching teams to reduce restrictive practices and improve quality of life outcomes.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to adapt to various audiences.
• Strong report writing and analytical skills, with the ability to use data to inform practice.
• A high level of self-motivation and professional standards.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
• Willingness to travel regionally and stay overnight occasionally as required.

Desirable:

• Qualifications in Health and Social Care, Education and Training, or a related degree.
• Experience in service development, quality improvement, or multi-agency collaboration.

Unfortunately, our client is unable to offer sponsorship for this role.