The Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner will work with people who have learning disabilities, autism or complex behaviours, helping reduce distress and improve quality of life. Responsibilities typically include functional assessments, developing and reviewing Positive Behaviour Support plans, delivering staff and carer guidance, monitoring outcomes, and working closely with multidisciplinary teams and community services. Candidates are expected to have relevant professional experience in learning disability, autism, mental health or behavioural support, with knowledge of PBS principles, safeguarding and risk management. Strong communication, assessment, report-writing and partnership-working skills are essential. The role requires compassion, resilience, professional accountability and a commitment to reducing restrictive practices and promoting person-centred care.
North London NHS Foundation Trust is a major NHS mental health and community services provider serving people across North London. The Trust delivers services for adults, older people, children and young people, including community mental health care, inpatient treatment, learning disability services, rehabilitation, primary care support and specialist services. Its work is focused on recovery, prevention, inclusion and improving health outcomes for local communities. Staff commonly work across multidisciplinary teams and alongside social care, families, voluntary organisations and other NHS partners. As an NHS Foundation Trust, it offers nationally recognised employment terms, professional development, pension benefits and access to training. The organisation promotes equality, safeguarding, patient involvement and compassionate care, while supporting staff to develop their clinical and leadership skills.
The United Kingdom offers substantial opportunities in healthcare, technology, engineering, education, finance and social care, with London and other major cities providing the widest employment choice. Its culture is diverse and generally values privacy, punctuality, fairness and professional boundaries. Lifestyle varies from busy urban living to quieter coastal and rural communities, although housing and transport costs can be high, especially in London. The NHS is a major employer and internationally trained professionals may need registration with the relevant UK regulator and proof of English proficiency. Most overseas workers require a visa, commonly the Skilled Worker visa, supported by an eligible employer; dependants may also qualify. Applicants should check salary thresholds, sponsorship availability, qualification recognition and health surcharge rules. Relocation planning should include accommodation, taxes, banking, transport and National Insurance registration.
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