Job summary We are seeking a passionate and dynamic PBS Development Lead to join our team within a national high-quality care provider providing support across England, Scotland and Wales. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker, qualified PBS Practitioner with significant experience in delivering training or a qualified trainer or training manager with excellent knowledge of positive behaviour support and 3 years experience delivering care and support under a PBS framework. Roles and responsibilities for this role will include coordination, delivery, design and management of specialist training courses. This candidate will also hold responsibility for our compliance to meet the RRN Training standards across the business. To include taking the lead on restraint reduction planning, prescribing and reviewing physical interventions in partnership with the PBS Lead. This role works closely with the PBS Lead to implement the organisational PBS Strategy, embedding through systems and processes. Main duties of the job Roles and responsibilities for this role will include coordination, delivery, design and management of specialist training courses. This candidate will also hold responsibility for our compliance to meet the RRN Training standards across the business. To include taking the lead on restraint reduction planning, prescribing and reviewing physical interventions in partnership with the PBS Lead. This role works closely with the PBS Lead to implement the organisational PBS Strategy, embedding through systems and processes. About us Swanton Care & Community is a national provider of care and support with a diverse range of services. The people we support have complex needs, they may have autism, learning disabilities, mental health issues or need rehab in a specialist nursing service. We believe that with the right support everyone can achieve greater independence and fulfilling lives, as each person we support is at the heart of all services we provide. Date posted 21 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary Depending on experience from £40,000 per year Car Allowance Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Home or remote working Reference number L0061-25-0004 Job locations Swanton Care & Community Siskin Drive Middlemarch Business Park Coventry CV3 4FJ Job description Job responsibilities Positive Behavior Support Development Lead Location: Remote with a requirement to travel Job Type: Full time (40hrs PW) Salary: Up to £40,000 Car allowance Reports to: PBS Lead and Director of Quality About the service Swanton Care & Community is a national provider of care and support with a diverse range of services. The people we support have complex needs, they may have autism, learning disabilities, mental health issues or need rehab in a specialist nursing service. We believe that with the right support everyone can achieve greater independence and fulfilling lives, as each person we support is at the heart of all services we provide. Role overview: We are seeking a passionate and dynamic PBS Development Lead to join our team within a national high-quality care provider providing support across England, Scotland and Wales. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker, qualified PBS Practitioner with significant experience in delivering training or a qualified trainer or training manager with excellent knowledge of positive behaviour support and 3 years experience delivering care and support under a PBS framework. Roles and responsibilities for this role will include coordination, delivery, design and management of specialist training courses. This candidate will also hold responsibility for our compliance to meet the RRN Training standards across the business. To include taking the lead on restraint reduction planning, prescribing and reviewing physical interventions in partnership with the PBS Lead. This role works closely with the PBS Lead to implement the organisational PBS Strategy, embedding through systems and processes. Key responsibilities: Accountable for ongoing training compliance against the Restraint Reduction Network Training Standards, achieved by; Being responsive to any developments of these standards and any other relevant frameworks and legislation Co-ordinating training sessions to meet business compliance needs, including managing and maintaining training calendars for all physical intervention courses Monitor, provide data and report on organisational use of Restrictive Practice and Physical Intervention training compliance Provide advice, guidance and mentorship to internal trainers Maintaining an up-to-date training needs analysis across the business Monitoring the quality of training delivery Advocate for restraint reduction and lead on reducing restrictive practice in line with the PBS Strategy through; Design and delivery of specialist training courses including but not limited to; Active Support, Autism, PACE, Trauma informed Care, PBS and Practice Leadership Ensure any restraints or restrictive practices have been prescribed and are safe, proportionate and least restrictive as per the RRN guidance Developing operational frameworks and curriculum design to map against RRN standards Support learners through subject specific qualifications including PBS Diplomas Provide practical coaching and support to staff around physical interventions in collaboration with the PBS lead and Practitioners Support operational teams to write and review personalized restraint reduction plans where restrictive practice is prescribed Promoting best practice through company-wide communication channels Support the PBS lead to embed PBS values in to all systems and processes Qualifications and Experience: Education: Essential: Level 3 Award in Education and Training or equivalent/above Desirable: Level 4 or 5 Diploma in PBS or above Experience: Extensive experience delivering care within a PBS Framework or as a PBS practitioner. Experience in delivering training is essential, preferably with coordination and management of training Knowledge: In- depth knowledge of support needs of people with Autism, learning disabilities and mental health disorders. Sound understanding of specialist subjects including PBS, Active Support, Practice /leadership, Mental Capacity and the restraint reduction network training standards. Skills: Proven leadership and coaching skills Digital skills Enthusiastic, passionate and confident training delivery Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to develop effective training programmes Ability to motivate and influence others Good time management skills and ability to prioritize workload Attributes: Attention to detail Strategic thinker High level of integrity and professionalism Ability to work independently and as part of a team Strong organisational skills Willingness to undertake travel, including overnight stays. Benefits: Competitive salary and benefits package Opportunity for professional development and training Flexible working arrangements Supportive and inclusive work environment Job description Job responsibilities Positive Behavior Support Development Lead Location: Remote with a requirement to travel Job Type: Full time (40hrs PW) Salary: Up to £40,000 Car allowance Reports to: PBS Lead and Director of Quality About the service Swanton Care & Community is a national provider of care and support with a diverse range of services. The people we support have complex needs, they may have autism, learning disabilities, mental health issues or need rehab in a specialist nursing service. We believe that with the right support everyone can achieve greater independence and fulfilling lives, as each person we support is at the heart of all services we provide. Role overview: We are seeking a passionate and dynamic PBS Development Lead to join our team within a national high-quality care provider providing support across England, Scotland and Wales. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker, qualified PBS Practitioner with significant experience in delivering training or a qualified trainer or training manager with excellent knowledge of positive behaviour support and 3 years experience delivering care and support under a PBS framework. Roles and responsibilities for this role will include coordination, delivery, design and management of specialist training courses. This candidate will also hold responsibility for our compliance to meet the RRN Training standards across the business. To include taking the lead on restraint reduction planning, prescribing and reviewing physical interventions in partnership with the PBS Lead. This role works closely with the PBS Lead to implement the organisational PBS Strategy, embedding through systems and processes. Key responsibilities: Accountable for ongoing training compliance against the Restraint Reduction Network Training Standards, achieved by; Being responsive to any developments of these standards and any other relevant frameworks and legislation Co-ordinating training sessions to meet business compliance needs, including managing and maintaining training calendars for all physical intervention courses Monitor, provide data and report on organisational use of Restrictive Practice and Physical Intervention training compliance Provide advice, guidance and mentorship to internal trainers Maintaining an up-to-date training needs analysis across the business Monitoring the quality of training delivery Advocate for restraint reduction and lead on reducing restrictive practice in line with the PBS Strategy through; Design and delivery of specialist training courses including but not limited to; Active Support, Autism, PACE, Trauma informed Care, PBS and Practice Leadership Ensure any restraints or restrictive practices have been prescribed and are safe, proportionate and least restrictive as per the RRN guidance Developing operational frameworks and curriculum design to map against RRN standards Support learners through subject specific qualifications including PBS Diplomas Provide practical coaching and support to staff around physical interventions in collaboration with the PBS lead and Practitioners Support operational teams to write and review personalized restraint reduction plans where restrictive practice is prescribed Promoting best practice through company-wide communication channels Support the PBS lead to embed PBS values in to all systems and processes Qualifications and Experience: Education: Essential: Level 3 Award in Education and Training or equivalent/above Desirable: Level 4 or 5 Diploma in PBS or above Experience: Extensive experience delivering care within a PBS Framework or as a PBS practitioner. Experience in delivering training is essential, preferably with coordination and management of training Knowledge: In- depth knowledge of support needs of people with Autism, learning disabilities and mental health disorders. Sound understanding of specialist subjects including PBS, Active Support, Practice /leadership, Mental Capacity and the restraint reduction network training standards. Skills: Proven leadership and coaching skills Digital skills Enthusiastic, passionate and confident training delivery Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to develop effective training programmes Ability to motivate and influence others Good time management skills and ability to prioritize workload Attributes: Attention to detail Strategic thinker High level of integrity and professionalism Ability to work independently and as part of a team Strong organisational skills Willingness to undertake travel, including overnight stays. Benefits: Competitive salary and benefits package Opportunity for professional development and training Flexible working arrangements Supportive and inclusive work environment Person Specification Skills Essential Proven leadership and coaching skills Digital skills Enthusiastic, passionate and confident training delivery Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to develop effective training programmes Ability to motivate and influence others Good time management skills and ability to prioritize workload Desirable Attention to detail Strategic thinker High level of integrity and professionalism Ability to work independently and as part of a team Strong organisational skills Willingness to undertake travel, including overnight stays. Knowledge Essential In- depth knowledge of support needs of people with Autism, learning disabilities and mental health disorders. Sound understanding of specialist subjects including PBS, Active Support, Practice/leadership, Mental Capacity and the restraint reduction network training standards. Qualifications Essential Level 3 Award in Education and Training or equivalent/above. Desirable Level 4 or 5 Diploma in PBS or above. Experience Essential Extensive experience delivering care within a PBS Framework or as a PBS practitioner. Experience in delivering training is essential, preferably with coordination and management of training. Person Specification Skills Essential Proven leadership and coaching skills Digital skills Enthusiastic, passionate and confident training delivery Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to develop effective training programmes Ability to motivate and influence others Good time management skills and ability to prioritize workload Desirable Attention to detail Strategic thinker High level of integrity and professionalism Ability to work independently and as part of a team Strong organisational skills Willingness to undertake travel, including overnight stays. Knowledge Essential In- depth knowledge of support needs of people with Autism, learning disabilities and mental health disorders. Sound understanding of specialist subjects including PBS, Active Support, Practice/leadership, Mental Capacity and the restraint reduction network training standards. Qualifications Essential Level 3 Award in Education and Training or equivalent/above. Desirable Level 4 or 5 Diploma in PBS or above. Experience Essential Extensive experience delivering care within a PBS Framework or as a PBS practitioner. Experience in delivering training is essential, preferably with coordination and management of training. Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Employer details Employer name Swanton Care & Community Ltd Address Swanton Care & Community Siskin Drive Middlemarch Business Park Coventry CV3 4FJ Employer's website https://www.swantoncare.com/ (Opens in a new tab)