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Leaf Complex Care, part of Catalyst Care Group, is looking for a dedicated PBS Assistant to join our Bristol team. In this role, you’ll support the delivery of positive behaviour support for individuals with learning disabilities, autism, and associated mental health conditions, helping to improve their quality of life through ethical, person-centred care.
About the Role
As a PBS Assistant, you will work closely with PBS Practitioners and Specialists to contribute to Behaviour Support Plans (BSPs) and Functional Assessments. Your role will include supporting staff, carers, and families with practical strategies, assisting in incident analysis, audits, and training sessions, and promoting reflective practice and continuous improvement. You will provide one-to-one guidance to frontline staff, encouraging early preventative approaches, positive risk-taking, and person-centred engagement. Collaboration with families, commissioners, and multi-disciplinary professionals is central to ensuring consistent and sustainable outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
* Support the development and implementation of Behaviour Support Plans (BSPs) and Functional Assessments
* Assist in incident analysis, audits, and post-incident debriefs
* Provide guidance and coaching to frontline staff, carers, and families
* Promote ethical, person-centred approaches to positive behaviour support
* Contribute to staff training sessions and professional development
* Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams, families, and commissioners to ensure consistent outcomes
About You
* Understanding of Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) framework, theory, and practice (PBS competencies desirable)
* Knowledge of safeguarding practices and legal frameworks (Care Act, Mental Capacity Act, Human Rights Act)
* Minimum 2 years’ experience supporting vulnerable adults with complex needs and behaviours
* Strong communication skills, with the ability to produce professional reports and engage effectively with stakeholders
* Experience guiding and training staff teams, with facilitation and coaching skills
* Resilient, confident, and able to work under pressure
* Excellent organisational skills and ability to manage competing priorities
* Career-focused, motivated to learn, and passionate about making a positive impact
* Full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel across community settings
Benefits:
* Employee Assistance Program.
* Retail Discount Scheme.
* Workplace pension scheme.
* My Gym Discounts.
* Cycle to Work scheme.
* Health Cash Plan.
* An additional four wellness days, which will be included in your holiday entitlement.
* An extra day holiday to be taken for birthdays.
* Group Life Insurance.
* Group Critical Illness cover.
* Income Protection cover.
Apply Now
If you are a committed PBS Assistant looking to develop your skills and make a meaningful difference in the lives of those we support, we’d love to hear from you!
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About the company
We, at Leaf Complex Care provide high-quality comprehensive care services through trusted experts, and cost-effective training for health and social care professionals and organisations.
Our Vision: To humanise health and social care providers and be the most clinician-centric organisation, and a great place to work for all. This means that we are people-led and that we put our team, our clinicians, our clients, and the people that need our support at the heart of the decisions we make, and the actions we take. We exist to impact people’s lives for the better.
Join our family and our Great Place to Work!
We are proud to be certified as a Great Place to Work organization and to be recognized for our people-first culture which is inclusive and supportive and enables our people to learn, grow and contribute their best, and to live their purpose and thrive.
For us, a ‘cultural fit’ is equally as important as skills, experience and competence, and people are hired, measured, and rewarded on this basis.
No matter the role, at Leaf Complex Care, everyone plays a crucial part in us driving towards our vision, and this is why we intentionally attract A-Players. An A-Player is an Accountability player, which means that they are passionate and energetic, they are ambitious and take ownership, and they have the ability to follow through. A-Players exceed expectations consistently.
At Olive Recruit, we are committed to fostering a workplace culture that embraces diversity and promotes inclusivity. Our core valuesIntegrity, Impact, Inclusivity, and Innovationguide our efforts to create an environment where every employee feels valued, respected, and empowered to excel.
As a recruitment agency, we prioritise sourcing and placing diverse candidates with our clients, recognising that diverse perspectives are essential for business success and inclusive work environments.
We take great pride in celebrating the unique backgrounds and experiences of our team members and candidates. By embracing these different perspectives, we not only create a great place to work but also better serve our clients. Your individuality is what makes our team strong.
Join us in championing our values and building a workplace where everyone can thrive.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All colleagues are expected to share this commitment and participate fully in safeguarding training and processes.
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