Job Introduction
- Role: Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) Manager
- Location: Leicestershire
- Working arrangements: Flexible, with travel to Thame, our support locations in England and Scotland, and working from home
- Salary: £45,000
- Hours: 37.5 per week
- Professional growth: access to relevant PBS and PROACT SCIP qualifications and ongoing development
Make a real impact every day
At Affinity Trust, Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) is all about supporting people to live life on their own terms. We understand that every action tells a story, and we provide the right tools and environment to help each person express themselves in their unique way.
As our PBS Manager, you will play a crucial role in ensuring that everyone receives the support they need. Using your leadership skills and expertise, you will help us to create a culture where every voice is heard, valued, and supported in a way that makes sense to them.
What will I do?
- Lead, coach and develop a small team of dedicated PBS practitioners and a psychologist ensuring their work aligns with best practices and Affinity Trust standards of quality
- Empower teams with guidance and tools to develop and refine approaches that respect the choices and unique voices of the people we support
- Design and deliver high-quality PROACT SCIP and PBS training to build confidence and capability within the team
- Continuously evolve our approach by evaluating the impact of training, using data and best practices to drive meaningful improvements
- Advocate for inclusivity in everything we do, every day.
What do I need to demonstrate in my application?
- A relevant qualification or accredited training in Positive Behaviour Support or Behaviour Analysis at diploma or degree level.
- Willingness to complete a qualification in Positive Behaviour Support and PROACT SCIP instructor training
- Proven experience in Positive Behavioural Support, with a passion for putting people at the forefront of what we do
- Strong leadership skills, particularly in coaching, mentoring and developing people.
- Knowledge of evidence-based approaches to providing support that is not restrictive
- Ability to analyse data and use it to inform practice and decision-making.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to influence and engage diverse stakeholders.
You will be a driver, with access to a vehicle and be prepared to travel for work as required (Mileage paid)
What other benefits will I have?
We have a range of benefits that you can mix and match to suit you, such as:
- Wagestream – an app that gives you access to a percentage of your pay as you earn it, access to coaching, vouchers, discounts, cashback and more.
- Blue Light Card – we will reimburse your Blue Light Card membership which provides discounts in your favourite shops and restaurants
- Simply Health - Fully funded health cash plans giving you access to a 24-hour GP, money back on prescriptions, dental treatment, opticians and access to many more health benefits.
- Vivup – spread the cost of home and electronics items, or a bike to cycle to work through fixed salary reductions throughout the year.
- Buy and sell annual leave – transfer windows open twice a year.
- Pension and Life Assurance – you’ll be enrolled into our Scottish Widows pension scheme and Life Assurance scheme.
Ready to make a real impact? Join our team where every person’s voice is heard, respected and valued? Apply today and be part of something special!
Please contact our recruitment team for further information: recruitment@affinitytrust.org.
Check out more opportunities on our careers page: https://www.affinitytrust.org/about-us/careers/job-search/
