Priory Hospital Cheadle is looking to recruit a Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner to join the team .This is a full time role of 37.5 hours.
Set within picturesque landscaped gardens in Stockport, Priory Hospital Cheadle Royal offers a range of comprehensive inpatient mental health services for young people and adults. The focus of our service is to help people to live their best life in a safe and supportive environment.
You will be part of a compassionate team who are committed to our patients wellbeing. We take a personalised approach, using proven therapies to help people move forward with confidence and build a healthier, more fulfilling future. You will play a key part in their recovery, assisting qualified staff with the assessment and implementation of individual patient care plans, undertaking routine tasks and activities as directed or delegated to facilitate wellbeing, dignity and treatment of patients
- Demonstrate best practice in the implementation of PBS, working with individuals, colleagues, key stakeholders, internal and external multidisciplinary teams, and families.
- Conduct Functional Behaviour Assessments.
- Develop and implement PBS plans.
- Provide staff training and development, including PBS, practice workshops, and other associated training.
You can find additional information in the attached job description.
Our work is rewarding but can be challenging, so resilience is key. No two days are the same! Your natural empathy will help you support others through both the highs and lows.
The ideal candidate will hold a formal qualification in Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) or a related field, such as a BSc in Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, an MSc in Applied Behaviour Analysis, an MA or MSc in Autism Studies, or a PBS/ABA Graduate Diploma. They will have proven experience in conducting behavioural assessments and in developing, implementing, and evaluating interventions for individuals who present with behaviours that challenge, alongside a strong history of providing direct support to people with learning disabilities and/or autism. The role requires a detailed understanding of relevant legal frameworks and processes, including the Mental Health Act (1983), safeguarding, and risk management, as well as the willingness and ability to work in physically and emotionally demanding situations. The successful applicant will demonstrate the ability to work effectively within a team while also leading and positively influencing others, supported by excellent record-keeping, report-writing, and written communication skills. Experience in delivering PBS training and a demonstrated history of reducing the use of restrictive practices are essential. A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for business use are also required.
For more information about the role, you can email
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We want you to succeed at Priory and thrive in your role. You will be well supported with regular career conversations. We also offer full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions to help you shape your career with us.
- Free on-site parking
- Birthday Holiday - Your Birthday as an extra days annual leave
- Enhanced maternity pay
- Contributory pension scheme
- Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply Health Scheme)
- Access to development opportunities
- Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel
- Leadership & management development
- Long service award
- Refer a friend bonuses
Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified.
Priory is the UK’s leading independent provider of mental health and adult social care. With 12,000 colleagues and a network of 270 services, we support over 24,000 people each year to live their lives as fully and independently as possible. We treat more than 70 conditions – including depression, anxiety, eating disorders and children’s mental health – and provide residential and supported living care for autistic adults, people with a learning disability, Prader–Willi Syndrome, brain injuries and older people.
We are an equal opportunities employer committed to providing an inclusive, accessible recruitment process. Learn more about the accessibility support we offer here.
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All roles are subject to a successful disclosure at an appropriate level from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), Access NI or Disclosure Scotland. Priory will cover the cost of a DBS check.
