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Job requirements
Essential
4 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Experience
Experience of conducting behavioural assessments and developing PBS plans
- Experience
Strong written & verbal communication
- Qualifications
Recognised qualification in PBS (i.e. Bild Dip in Practice Leadership in PBS, L6 Dip in PBS)
- Qualifications
L5 or above in Psychology, LD. H&SC or relevant subject
Desirable
4 listedAdditional qualities the employer would prefer.
- Experience
Experience working in social care, health or education setting supporting people with complex needs
- Experience
Experience delivering training or workshops
- Experience
membership of a relevant professional body
- Qualifications
Membership of a relevant bidy
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.
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.
Apply today and become part of something truly meaningful, where every conversation, every achievement, and every person matters.
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.
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This advert is for Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) Practitioner with St Anne's Community Services in Leeds, United Kingdom. It is listed as a Mental health professionals role. The advertised salary is £35,538.64 per annum. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 23 Sep 2026.
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