Location: Lon Catwg, Swansea SA8 3DX
Job Type: Full-Time
Salary: £29,000 – £35,000 per year (negotiable for fully qualified candidates; reviewed annually and post-probation)
About the Role
We are excited to invite passionate individuals to join our team as a Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner at M&D Care. This is a unique opportunity to make a profound impact on the lives of individuals with learning disabilities, Autism Spectrum Conditions (ASC), and challenging behaviours. You will champion Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) and Active Support, reducing restrictive practices and fostering positive change for the people we support, their families, and our staff.
This role allows you to work directly with individuals, lead initiatives, and implement PBS strategies to improve overall outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
Direct Support and Implementation
- Provide hands-on support to individuals while modeling positive behaviour practices.
- Develop and coordinate PBS assessments and support plans, ensuring they align with individual needs.
- Lead the reduction of restrictive practices within the services.
Training and Guidance
- Deliver PBS training and coaching to staff, promoting best practices across services.
- Support team members through change management processes, ensuring smooth transitions and adherence to PBS principles.
- Offer consultation and advice to services managing challenging behaviours.
Evaluation and Reporting
- Conduct assessments, complete behavioural tools, and create detailed reports to guide interventions.
- Monitor outcomes and maintain records that evidence progress and effectiveness of interventions.
- Contribute to person-centred review processes and use planning tools to enhance individual care.
What We’re Looking For
Essential Qualifications and Skills
- Educated to degree level in a related field (e.g., Health, Social Care, Psychology).
- PBS Level 4 (BTEC) or equivalent experience.
- Minimum of 18 months’ experience supporting individuals with complex needs (learning disabilities, ASD, mental health).
- Proven leadership skills with the ability to guide and motivate teams.
- Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks such as the Mental Capacity Act (2005).
- Skilled in using behaviour assessment tools and writing professional reports.
- Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong analytical abilities and time management skills to handle a varied caseload.
Desirable Skills and Certifications
- PBS Level 5 (BTEC) or willingness to achieve this.
- PBM (ABMU) trainer certification (training provided if not already certified).
- Experience or qualifications in delivering training.
Benefits of Joining M&D Care
- Refer-a-Friend Bonus: Earn up to £500 per successful recommendation.
- Free DBS Check and paid Social Care Wales registration fee.
- Employee Health & Wellbeing Scheme for staff with over 6 months of service.
- Comprehensive training and opportunities for career progression.
- Generous holiday allowance: 33 days (including bank holidays) annually.
- Occupational pension scheme.
- On-call remuneration and opportunity for overtime at senior support worker rates.
- Work alongside a team of experts, gaining knowledge and support.
Working Environment
- Physical Settings: Care homes, residential homes, and flexible peripatetic services.
- Shift Pattern: Day shifts, with occasional night shifts if required.
- On-call duties on rotation, with additional wage incentives for PBS interventions.
About M&D Care
M&D Care is a family-oriented organization with a dedicated team of professionals delivering specialist, bespoke care services across South West Wales. We are committed to helping individuals with Learning Disabilities, Physical Disabilities, and Mental Health needs achieve their goals and live fulfilling lives.
Application Process
If you are driven to make a meaningful difference and meet the above criteria, we encourage you to apply. Join us in creating an environment where every individual is empowered to thrive.
This is more than a job—it’s a chance to transform lives. Apply today and become a valued part of the M&D Care family.
