Positive Behaviour Support Worker

Aspens Charities

  • Pembury, Kent
  • £12.80-13.38 per hour
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
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Positive Behaviour Support Worker
Location: Cornford Lane, Pembury, Kent
Hours of Work: Full-Time (40 hours per week) - 2 positions available
Hourly Rate: £12.80 - £13.38 per hour depending on experienceWhat you can expect from us:
  • Fantastic paid training and career progression opportunities (including recognised qualifications in health and social care)
  • Paid DBS (we will recover the cost should your employment terminate for any reason, other than redundancy, before passing your probation)
  • Flexible work arrangements with opportunities to take on additional bank shifts too
  • 30 Days Annual Leave (including Bank Holidays) / Pro rata dependent on hours. Annual leave entitlement increases with length of service
  • Nest Pension and Death in Service Benefit
  • Dedicated Employee Assistance Programme and Access to Mental Health First Aiders
  • Aspens High Street Stores -20% discount on all items for Aspens' staff
  • Aspens Bluebell Cafe, Pembury - Discounted staff menu
  • Refer a Friend scheme, so you can earn up to £250 for every person you refer to work for Aspens
  • Recognition schemes, including 'Employee of the Month'
About the Role:At Aspens, a highly regarded charity, we work across Kent and Sussex; supporting individuals with autistic spectrum conditions, learning disabilities and physical disabilities. We offer residential care, supporting living, day activities and a fantastic community outreach programme.We are currently seeking 2 dedicated PBS Support Workers to join our fantastic staff teams.Due to the nature of the people we support, there are times when behaviours of concern do arise and so it is vital that you are able to stay calm in a challenging situation whilst remaining positive and professional.
Aspens offer career progression alongside vocational qualifications, we encourage staff development and aim to promote from within the organisation where we can.What you can expect from us:
  • We will support you with regular access to, and supervision with, a Positive Behaviour Support Specialist as well as with your line manager, and the opportunity to complete a L3 accredited PBS qualification.
  • A PBS Support Worker should be:
  • Able to work with the PBS team to create and follow behavioural management strategies
  • Able to source and establish an activity planner.
  • Experienced in de-escalating difficult situations in a calm, positive and proactive way
  • Physically fit
  • Not be afraid to try new things
  • Resilient
  • Able to actively support, promoting independence
  • As a member of our team, you should have:
  • Experience of working with people with a learning disability and/or Autism
  • Experience of working with people who may display behaviours of concern. A willingness to learn new skills and receive feedback through regular observations and coaching sessions from our PBS Specialist team.
  • A willingness to complete PBS qualifications - this requires at least
  • L2 English and Maths
  • Ideally have a UK driving licence and be able to drive a company vehicle
  • Experience with PBS
Any offer is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring check, which we will complete on your behalf if you don't already have one, and satisfactory employment references. We will consider job share and part time arrangements for all posts in line with the needs of the Charity.Equal Opportunity StatementAt Aspens Charities, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities and those who are likely to be underrepresented in Aspens' workforce, such as sex/gender, minority ethnic group, religion, belief, sexual orientation, age, as well as abilities. We believe that a diverse team leads to better outcomes and a more enjoyable work environment where everyone feels valued, heard, and has an equal opportunity to thrive.As a Disability Confident employer, Aspens Charities is dedicated to supporting and promoting the recruitment, retention, and career development of people with disabilities. We recognise the value and contributions that individuals with disabilities bring to our organisation.Accessibility and AccommodationsWe are committed to providing an accessible recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any accommodations during the application or interview process, please let us know by contacting

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