Behaviour Support Practitioner

Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner – Adult Services

Are you passionate about supporting autistic adults and individuals with learning disabilities to reach their full potential? Autism Anglia, a well‑established independent charity, is seeking a Positive Behaviour Practitioner to join our dedicated and compassionate team.

Using the clinical frameworks of PBS, this role will work within a multidisciplinary framework to provide behavioural and wellbeing services for adults with autism and other complex needs.

Location:

Colchester and surrounding areas – access to own car essential.

Salary: £30,000 – £35,000 per annum depending on experience.

Hours:

Full‑time, 37 hours per week. Please note, we do not offer sponsor ships and candidates must have the eligibility to work in the UK.

• Conduct and contribute to Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) assessments, including functional analyses, quality of life, and person‑centred planning.
• Design, implement, and evaluate PBS interventions based on current best practice and national guidance.
• Analyse behavioural data and outcomes to inform decision‑making and continuous improvement.
• Deliver PBS training and workshops internally and externally; contribute to the development of new training materials.
• Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, families, and external professionals to promote positive outcomes.
• Support the development and monitoring of organisational policies, procedures, and record‑keeping systems.
• Stay up to date with developments in PBS through supervision, appraisal, and ongoing professional development.
• Promote Autism Anglia’s values, safeguarding principles, and commitment to equality, inclusion, and best practice in all areas of work.

• Hold a degree or equivalent, or can demonstrate significant experience and knowledge of PBS within a relevant setting.
• Have instructor level qualification for delivering training in restrictive physical interventions and can formulate, train staff in, and implement PBS interventions.
• Have practical experience working with people who have autism and/or learning disabilities.
• Have experience and knowledge of conducting a wide range of PBS assessments and implementing behaviour support strategies.
• Hold a full clean UK driving licence and have access to their own vehicle.

Most importantly, we are looking for individuals with compassion, patience, and a genuine passion for empowering others.

• Staff wellbeing programmes and mental health support
• Free counselling service
• Comprehensive training and supervision
• Free on‑site parking
• Discounts with major retailers, restaurants and more via the Blue Light Card
• Supportive and accessible leadership team, always available for guidance and assistance
• 24/7 access to a GP
• Bereavement counselling
• Probate helpline
• Staff dental support
• Life cover
• Independent financial advice

Autism Anglia is proud to be an inclusive employer. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Flexible working and reasonable adjustments are available to support candidates where needed.

If you have a genuine passion for supporting and uplifting others, your next rewarding role at Autism Anglia could be just a few clicks away. Apply today, and a member of our recruitment team will be in touch.

Autism Anglia is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults and children. This post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check. For all enhanced DBS roles, we are permitted to seek access to spent convictions under The Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, Exceptions Order 1975 (as amended 2013).