Positive Behaviour Support Specialist

Summary:

Join a Positive Behaviour Support Specialist role and make a meaningful impact in supporting young people with complex needs.

About the School:

The school is committed to providing high-quality, evidence-based education for autistic children and young people, with a strong focus on individual needs and positive outcomes.

The Opportunity:

As a Positive Behaviour Support Specialist, you will play a vital role in delivering person-centred interventions that improve the quality of life for young people with complex needs. You will work collaboratively with education teams, families, and professionals to support positive behaviour and promote educational access and future opportunities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Undertake functional behavioural assessments and develop effective Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) interventions and support programmes
• Deliver, oversee, and review individualised multi-component PBS Plans
• Work collaboratively with class teams to embed effective PBS practice across the setting
• Train, coach, and motivate staff teams, parents, carers, and other professionals to confidently support children and young people with complex behavioural needs
• Manage a fluid caseload prioritised according to the needs of the cohort
• Provide direct and indirect interventions in line with PBS principles
• Support young people to better understand and manage behaviours of distress
• Promote person-centred approaches that improve quality of life and future opportunities

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• Experience in Positive Behaviour Support and functional assessment approaches
• Skilled in developing and implementing behaviour support plans
• Confident in delivering training, coaching, and practical support to staff teams
• Calm, resilient, and solution-focused in challenging situations
• Committed to person-centred practice and improving quality of life outcomes

Preferred

• Experience working with young people with complex needs
• Background in education or a related field
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Familiarity with evidence-based interventions and support strategies

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression
• Supportive and inclusive working environment
• Access to training and resources to enhance practice
• Flexible working arrangements where possible