Positive Behaviour Support and Active Support

Avenues is a community where people smile, laugh, grow and achieve great things, we know that well-supported people support people well, which makes them want to do their very best for the people we support, and achieve our vision.

We are committed to providing high quality support with a growing and renewed emphasis on Positive Behaviour Support and Active Support in order to improve the quality of life of the people we support, and to make Avenues the best place to work for our dedicated teams.
- Are you enthusiastic about Positive Behaviour Support and Active Support?
- Are you looking for a new challenge?

Then we may have the opportunity you’ve been waiting for - even if you don’t yet have a relevant qualification

We are seeking a Positive Behaviour Support and Active Support Partner to become part of our Quality Assurance and Practice team, and to work with our operational teams in North, East and South East London, providing a good work life balance incl. working from home in line with business needs.

Depending on your level of qualifications and experience, we offer a salary starting from £28,000 to £36,500 per annum - we are happy to offer an informal chat and talk through your career to date

**We are investing in your development**

You will be supported, depending on your level of qualification, to achieve the diploma in Positive Behaviour Support and Practice Leadership with the British institute of learning disability (Bild).

Become trained in the SPELL framework and Person Centred Active Support (PCAS) to train the trainer level, certified with the Tizard centre, part of the University of Kent.

You will have the option to attend relevant conferences and seminars such as the Bild PBS conference.

Other options regarding professional development will be available depending on experience and relevance.

You will
- Be open to share work with your supervisor and other Positive Behaviour Partners and be solutions focussed in your work.
- Undertake assessments, including functional behavioural assessments and provide guidelines and advice on supporting people who display behaviour described as challenging.
- Implement and evaluate Behaviour Support Plans, working with individuals and support teams to achieve positive outcomes for the people we support and other stakeholders.
- Effectively manage and prioritise a caseload of internal referrals along with other responsibilities.
- Deliver training in Positive Behaviour Support and Active Support, this will include becoming a Senior Trainer in line with the RRN training standards which includes some physical intervention training.

**What are we looking for?**
- Be passionate about delivering positive outcomes for the people we support and other stakeholders.
- Desirable to have a qualification or substantial training and experience in Positive Behaviour Support and Active Support.
- Have experience of working in social care, or in a similar setting, working with people with Intellectual disabilities, autism and/or complex needs.
- Have experience of being a Practice Leader.
- The ability to communicate confidently and effectively and maintain positive relationships at all levels within the organisation and with external agencies.
- The knowledge, understanding and commitment to upholding and championing - Human Rights, equal opportunities and diversity.
- Hold a full valid driving licence and have access to own car.

**Why choose us?**

This role offers a flexible working arrangement to support with your wellbeing - part at home and office work, and being present in services.

We provide access to high quality training that supports your career development.

We’re there for you, from your first conversation with our recruitment team, to day one of your three-month induction, and throughout your career.

You’ll become part of the strong Avenues community, which is there to support you each day.

**Your reward**:

- Monday to Friday working hours.
- Flexible Working.
- 31 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays (pro-rata), increasing after to 2 years’ service and after 5 years’ service.
- Refer a friend bonus scheme.
- Free and confidential 24/7 access to the health portal and employee assistance programme.
- Contributory pension scheme with life assurance.
- And more.