Job summary
- Main area
- Learning Disabilities
- Grade
- NHS AfC: Band 6
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time
- Flexible working
- Job ref
- 376-DCGM-0339
- Employer
- Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- 2 Jubilee Close
- Town
- Doncaster
- Salary
- £39,959 - £48,117 per annum
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 03/09/2026 23:59
Employer heading
PBS Practitioner
NHS AfC: Band 6
Job overview
The Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) Practitioner will provide specialist assessment, formulation, intervention and consultation for people with learning disabilities and/or autism whose quality of life is impacted by behaviours of concern.
They will promote evidence-based Positive Behaviour Support approaches, contribute to the development of the PBS pathway, and support service users, families, carers and professionals to achieve improved outcomes through person-centred practice.
Main duties of the job
Main Duties of the Role
- Complete specialist functional assessments and formulations for people with learning disabilities and autism who present with behaviours of concern.
- Develop, implement and review Positive Behaviour Support plans in partnership with individuals, families, carers and professionals.
- Provide specialist PBS advice, guidance and consultation to colleagues, support providers and partner agencies.
- Manage a defined caseload and contribute to holistic assessment, intervention and care planning within the MDT.
- Deliver PBS-related training, coaching and support to staff, carers and other stakeholders.
- Promote trauma-informed, evidence-based and person-centred approaches in all aspects of practice.
- Contribute to service development, clinical governance, quality improvement and audit activities.
- Maintain accurate clinical records and ensure compliance with safeguarding, confidentiality and professional standards.
Working for our organisation
Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 4000 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected.
We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services.
We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first class care while remaining committed to our vision and values. Please view our Strategy using the link below:
https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/documents/clinical-and-organisational-strategy-2023-to-2028/
To find out more about working for RDaSH and the fantastic benefits we offer visit our website:
We are committed to inclusive cultures and really value people in our organisation, view our Allyship video on YouTube to find out more:
The main terms and conditions of service can be found here:
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if there are a high amount of applications
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- Batchelors (Hons) Degree in Psychology / Nursing / Behaviour Therapist or another associated relevant field.
- Specialist training in Positive Behaviour Support (eg. Pg Dip; Level 5 Diploma in PBS or equivalent.) to be completed within first 2 years of employment
Knowledge
Essential criteria
- Post qualification experience in working with people with a learning disability, mental health, and behaviour that challenges.
- Mental Capacity Act
- Experience of working with carers
- Experience of communicating and presenting to a wide range of agencies and forums.
- Experience of use of skills to enable communication with people who have limited or different communication abilities.
- Problem solving skills
- Report writing skills
- Excellent working knowledge of evidence-based practice and current government guidance in learning disabilities
- A team player, but also experience in autonomous working.
- A theoretical understanding of, and experience in, PBS, Functional Assessment and related behaviour management models and strategies.
- ability to making decision regarding client risk and care in complex cases
- Effective skills and experience of multi-disciplinary/agency working
- Able to engage with vulnerable people and work effectively in highly distressing and challenging circumstances.
- Understanding diversity and implementation into practice
- Ability to seek and engage in support and clinical supervision.
Desirable criteria
- Knowledge of STOMP
- Knowledge of Trauma Informed Support
- Training of groups of staff, in-house and external in PBS
- Experience of working within an MDT community team
- Experience of staff coaching/supervision
Skills
Essential criteria
- Ability to work independently and to prioritise workload and manage related demands.
- Self-awareness and emotional resilience in face of distressing situations
- Ability to cope with potentially threatening and violent situations and to use breakaway techniques.
Additional Requirements
Essential criteria
- Able to travel within the local community for appointments.
- Willingness to work flexibly
Desirable criteria
- Access to transport and the ability to travel within the required geographical area
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
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.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Deborah Stocks
- Job title
- Enhanced Nurse Lead
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 03000212878
- Additional information
Rachael Deakin
List jobs with Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust in Nursing and Midwifery or all sectors