PBS Practitioner - Wakefield

Job Description

Doing Amazing Things TogetherAre you determined, resilient and looking for a new challenge Then we have the perfect opportunity for you!We are recruiting a PBS Practitioners to join our team in Wakefield.This will be supporting Children and young people with learning disabilities, autism and behaviours that challenge. The role is on a 1 to 1 basis with the aim to increase the child/young person’s quality of life through using positive behaviour support strategiesand interventions.You will work predominately weekdays from 9am-5pm, but you should be willing to work flexibly outside of these times as required, including occasional weekends.The child/young person you will be supporting will be living at home but at significant risk of entering specialist residential care. A key part of this role is to support the child/young person to stay living at home, going to a local school and remainin their community.As part of this role:You will be supported by the Senior PBS Practitioner to deliver the highest quality and standards of Positive Behaviour Support to children/young people, their family members and a range of other professionals, enabling the child/young person to live intheir own home.Key work with one child/young person, delivering PBS interventions in their home, school, in the community and other support service settings, including directly supporting the child/young person, modelling good practice and providing guidance to their parents,teachers and a range of other professionals.Work in very close partnership with and alongside their, parents, teachers and other professionals to ensure consistent implementation of the PBS strategiesKey Skills Required: A positive role model who brings our values to life and shares our passion and commitment to always strive to find creative ways to enrich the lives of those we support.You will have experience of working with children and young people with complex needs and behaviours that challengeA willingness to undertake PBS Specific training and have a good knowledge of child protection and safeguarding specifically for people with increased vulnerability. (Training and support will be provided on Positive Behaviour Support from the Service Lead)This really is a unique career opportunity for people who have the passion and commitment to develop their skills and make a lasting positive contribution to the lives of others. You don’t need any qualifications as a full induction plus professional trainingwill be provided, including Positive Behaviour Support training at diploma level, although previous experience of working within this environment is advantageous.Affinity Trust is a charity organisation supporting people with learning disabilities to live in their own home and be part of their community.Why Join UsBecause the children and young people we support are at the heart of everything we do, we truly value our incredible staff & are committed to ensure they are fully supported.An Amazing Place to work

• This is the best job - You will not find a more interesting and rewarding job, you will be making a genuine
• difference to someones life
• Our values drive everything we do
• You will get the opportunity to work with some great colleagues and work as “one team”

Rewards

• 33 days paid holiday per year (Inc. bank holidays) *pro rata for part time staff*
• Blue Light Card - All work and no play is not fun, so enjoy discounts in your favourite shops and restaurants, on travel and great days out, all provided at no cost to you
• Wagestream - An App that lets you track your earnings in real-time, access a percentage of your pay as you earn it, in advance of payday
• We will apply and pay for your DBS for you
• Life Assurance and Pension scheme
• A 24 Hour Employee Assistance Programme for you and your family members

Development & Your Career

• You will get a great Induction to your new team along with amazing training opportunities
• E-learning webinars
• Access to specialist Positive Behaviour Support training, all fully paid for by us

We Value you

• You are so important to us & we want you to really feel like part of the team - from day 1 you’ll have supportive management & a Buddy who will show you the ropes. You’ll also have full access to our online wellbeing center
• We recognise our amazing staff in our 6 monthly Affinity Star Awards
• We hope you stay part of Affinity Trust & we celebrate that with Long Service Awards
• Your wellbeing & happiness will always be a priority, so you can access an excellent wellbeing programme, plus resources and a wellbeing champion’s network
• If all the above wasn’t enough you will receive ‘Thank You’ gift vouchers, be part of regular engagement surveys, attend regular forum meetings and can contribute to the staff newsletter, and to hear about the amazing work of your colleagues and the achievementsof the people we support

Everyone is welcome

• We enjoy a diverse workforce and welcome applications from everyone
• We’re committed to being Disability Confident and we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy
• As part of our commitment we can offer support to complete your application. Please contact the Recruitment Team on and we’ll get back to you.
• For an informal discussion about the role please contact Paul Taylor – Head of Childrens Services Development -