Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) Therapist

Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) Therapist

Location: Ashbourne

Contract: Vacancy Contract Here

Salary: From £31,000 per annum (pro rata 20 hours per week based on full-time salary range £31,000 – £38,000)

Role Overview

We are looking for a compassionate, skilled, and motivated Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) Therapist to join our dedicated team within our children’s learning disability home. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and young people with learning disabilities, autism, and complex needs.

Typical Work Activities

• Conduct functional behaviour assessments and develop evidence-based Positive Behaviour Support plans.
• Support children and young people to achieve positive outcomes through proactive, person-centred interventions.
• Coach, mentor, and train residential staff in PBS principles and trauma-informed approaches.
• Monitor, review, and evaluate behaviour support strategies, adapting plans where required.
• Work collaboratively with families, education providers, healthcare professionals, and local authorities.
• Promote least restrictive practice and ensure interventions uphold children’s rights, dignity, and wellbeing.
• Contribute to care planning, risk assessments, and multidisciplinary meetings.
• Ensure accurate record keeping and compliance with relevant legislation and best practice guidance.

About You

• A relevant professional qualification in Psychology, Behaviour Analysis, Occupational Therapy, Speech and Language Therapy, Nursing, or another related field.
• Experience working with children or young people with learning disabilities, autism, and complex needs.
• Knowledge and practical experience of Positive Behaviour Support.
• Excellent communication, coaching, and relationship-building skills.
• The ability to analyse behaviour and develop effective, person-centred interventions.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Desirable

• Experience within residential children’s services.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed practice.
• Experience delivering staff training.
• Membership of a relevant professional body.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Supportive multidisciplinary team.
• Opportunities for career progression.
• Generous annual leave.
• A rewarding role where you can positively impact children’s lives every day.

Application

All applicants should apply online or send CV to careers@firstblue.co.uk

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