Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) Practitioner
- leeds, england, United Kingdom
- Permanent·On-site
- Full time
Job Description
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Not all jobs give you the satisfaction of seeing someone you work with achieve their true potential. Social Care is a truly rewarding career and St Anne’s is a leading provider of care and support services in Yorkshire and the North East, with a reputation for high quality, person-centred services.
We are often recruiting whether it is for our amazing operational teams or support staff, to discover more see below.
Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) Practitioner
- PBS
- Permanent
- Full time - 37.5 hours per week
- B
- Unit 5, Fountain Court
- Leeds
- £35,538.64 per annum
- 23/09/ :59
Job overview
Join Our Team as a Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) Practitioner
Be the difference. Inspire change. Transform lives.
Every person has a story, a voice, and the right to live a life filled with opportunity, purpose, and belonging. At St Anne’s, we believe that with the right support, people can achieve incredible things. We’re looking for a passionate Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) Practitioner to join our friendly and values driven charity. This isn’t just another job; it’s an opportunity to make a real impact every single day.
Why St Anne’s?
At St Anne’s, our values aren’t just words on a page, they guide everything we do. We are PROUD to create meaningful change every day, building a culture where people feel valued, encouraged, and inspired to grow.
When you join us, you’ll become part of a warm, ambitious, and supportive team that is dedicated to helping people thrive. Your knowledge, creativity, and passion will directly contribute to improving lives while strengthening best practice across our organisation.To be considered for this role, you must possess a PBS qualification and have relevant experience.
Main duties of the job
No two days are the same. As a PBS Practitioner, you’ll work closely with the people we support and the colleagues who support them, helping to create environments where people can flourish.
You will:
Develop innovative, person-centred PBS plans that enable people to live fulfilling lives.
Coach, mentor, and empower colleagues to deliver exceptional support.
Partner with services to embed PBS principles into everyday practice.
Help people build confidence, independence, and meaningful opportunities.
Use insight, data, and curiosity to understand behaviour and drive positive outcomes.
Champion best practice and be a leading voice for PBS across the organisation.
A Career with Purpose
We believe work should be rewarding, meaningful, and enjoyable. We celebrate success, encourage fresh thinking, and support one another to be our best.
If you’re looking for a role where your expertise is valued, your ideas can shape the future, and every day brings the chance to make a lasting impact, this could be the opportunity you’ve been waiting for.
Working for our organisation
St. Anne's wants to reward its employees for their hard work. Employee benefits include;
- New pay framework launched in 2025. Rewarding the dedication and work of staff across the charity. Potential increases after 6 months, 2.5 & 5 years.
- Rising annual leave each year to a maximum of 33 days (including statutory holidays)
- 24 Hour Employee Assistance Programme
- Continuous opportunities for ongoing training and career development
- Cycle To Work scheme
- Refer A Friend recruitment initiative
- Flexible working opportunities (where applicable) upon successful completion of probation period
- Group Personal Pension Scheme
- Discounted income protection scheme
- Free car parking at most services
- Free life assurance cover
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
You’ll bring both expertise and passion to the role. You will:
Have experience conducting behavioural assessments and developing PBS plans.
Understand restrictive practice reduction and person-centred approaches.
Enjoy coaching, mentoring, and supporting others to grow.
Be able to analyse information and turn insight into practical action.
Have excellent communication and record-keeping skills.
Be organised, proactive, and adaptable.
Hold a full UK driving licence and be willing to travel across the UK.
Share our values of kindness, respect, inclusion, and compassion.
Join Us
Help us create brighter futures, stronger communities, and more opportunities for the people we support.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- Recognised qualification in PBS (i.e. Bild Dip in Practice Leadership in PBS, L6 Dip in PBS)
- L5 or above in Psychology, LD. H&SC or relevant subject
Desirable criteria
- Membership of a relevant bidy
Experience
Essential criteria
- Experience of conducting behavioural assessments and developing PBS plans
- Strong written & verbal communication
Desirable criteria
- Experience working in social care, health or education setting supporting people with complex needs
- Experience delivering training or workshops
- membership of a relevant professional body
Applicant requirements
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Further details / informal visits contact
Name: Natallie Shuttleworth
Job title: Head of People Experience
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