At a Glance
- Tasks: Empower young people and adults with learning disabilities and Autism to thrive and gain independence.
- Company: Affinity Trust, dedicated to professional growth and support for staff.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, health plan, buy & sell annual leave, and ongoing professional development.
- Other info: Join a Disability Confident employer committed to inclusivity and career advancement.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while developing your skills in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Experience with young people and adults (16+) with learning disabilities and Autism; driving licence required.
The predicted salary is between 26363 - 26363 £ per year.
Location: Bristol, South Gloucestershire and North Somerset
Salary: £26,363.57 per annum, plus mileage
Hours per week: 37.5 hours, including travel time
Required: Previous experience working with young people and adults (16+) with learning disabilities and Autism. Full UK manual driving licence, access to a vehicle and a willingness to travel across the area. Sponsorship is not available for this position.
A meaningful career starts here. Empower people to develop the tools they need to thrive. As a Positive Behavioural Support (PBS) practitioner, you will help young people and adults (16+) with learning disabilities, Autism and sometimes other support needs to transform their lives. Using techniques built on the principles of inclusion, choice and participation, your support could be the difference between a locked door and an open path to independence.
Who will I support? You will work with young people (16+) and adults to provide support that will significantly improve their quality of life and avoid admission to a General Adolescent Unit.
How will I make a difference? Your support will enable the people you support to stay in their current placements and access their communities. You will take time to understand the lived experience of the person you’re supporting. You’ll help them build tools they will use for the rest of their lives to live great, independent lives. You’ll also support their families, carers and other professionals to apply and embed these steps for long lasting impact.
How will I develop? If you do not already hold a BTEC Level 4 in Positive Behaviour Support you will be enrolled onto this course and supported throughout your studies while you work with us, on completion you will receive a salary increase. Salary increase on completion to £28,325.00.
At Affinity Trust CYP Division, we invest in your professional growth. We fully fund everything required to maintain your UK SBA professional registration—including your annual UK SBA fee, DBS, safeguarding training and liability insurance. As a registered APD provider, we also support your ongoing development with a minimum of 6 APD provided in house each year, so you can focus on delivering outstanding practice while we fully support your professional career.
- Buy & sell annual leave
- Access pay as you earn via Stream
- Wellbeing scheme
- Fully funded health plan via SimplyHealth (GP, dental, optical)
- Blue Light Card reimbursement
- Pension & Life Assurance
We’re committed to being Disability Confident and we guarantee to interview all applicants with a disability who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy. Please note that we are actively shortlisting candidates throughout the duration of the advert and so may close this advert early if sufficient applications are received.
Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) Practitioner - Bristol, South Gloucestershire and North Somerset employer: Affinity Trust
Affinity Trust is an exceptional employer that prioritises employee growth and development, offering a supportive work culture where collaboration and innovation thrive. Located in the picturesque town of Thame, Oxfordshire, employees benefit from a hybrid working model that promotes work-life balance while engaging in meaningful projects that enhance community services. With a commitment to financial accountability and performance excellence, this role provides a unique opportunity to make a significant impact within a dedicated team.
