Behaviour Support Practitioner

About the Company

The PBS Practitioner is responsible for delivering high‑quality, person‑centred Positive Behaviour Support to individuals across all Salutem Care and Education locations. The role involves leading functional assessments, co‑designing person‑centred PBS plans, and building staff capability through coaching and training. The practitioner is committed to reducing restrictive practices while promoting safety, dignity, participation, and skill development. Improving the quality of life for the people we support is central to this role.

40 hours per week

£30,000 – £35,000 depending on qualification and experience

You will lead the delivery of Positive Behaviour Support across our services, helping individuals achieve meaningful outcomes while promoting safety, dignity, and independence. This role combines assessment, planning, coaching, and collaboration to improve quality of life and reduce restrictive practices.

• Conduct functional behaviour assessments to understand needs and triggers
• Develop and implement personalised, strengths‑based PBS plans
• Work closely with individuals, families, and multidisciplinary teams
• Coach and train staff to deliver compassionate, consistent support
• Monitor data and review interventions to ensure effectiveness
• Champion reduction of restrictive practices and promote ethical care

• Experience in Positive Behaviour Support or a related field
• Strong assessment, communication, and coaching skills
• Commitment to person‑centred, trauma‑informed, and inclusive practice
• Passion for improving outcomes and quality of life

• Make a real difference every day
• Ongoing professional development and CPD opportunities
• Collaborative, supportive working environment
• Opportunity to shape best practice across services
• Emotional Support: 24/7 Employee Assistance, mental health resources, meditation apps, and bereavement support
• Medical Support:
  Free Online GP access, Health Cash Plan, Cancer Cover, and Menopause support
• Financial Support:
  Flexible pay with Wagestream, utility bill savings, Money Helper, and Life Assurance
• Physical Support:
  Online workouts, Cycle to Work scheme, gym discounts, and National Trust activities

• Supportive:
  Helping everyone reach their full potential
• Ambitious:
  Striving for the best outcomes
• Loyal:
  Prioritising our staff and the people we support
• Unique:
  Innovating without compromising quality
• Transparent:
  Fostering openness and mutual respect
• Engaging:
  Partnering with everyone involved
• Meaningful:
  Offering fulfilling opportunities

Salutem Care and Education is dedicated to protecting and promoting the well‑being of children, young adults, and vulnerable individuals. As part of our safer recruitment process, the successful candidate will be required to complete thorough pre‑employment checks, including an enhanced DBS and, where applicable, overseas criminal record checks.