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Positive Behaviour Support Worker
Positive Behaviour Support Worker (Complex Care)
Location Ashford, Kent
Contract Temporary (3-month fixed-term contract with the possibility of extension), full time (37.5 hours per week)
Salary £14.06 per hour (£27,500 per annum)
About the Role
A brilliant opportunity for confident, positive, and open-minded people to join our Transforming Care team, helping a lovely customer with Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD) live a fulfilling life in his own home within the local community.
- Our customer enjoys spending time in the garden and venturing out in the community, such as drives and walks.
- Supports offered include physical activities to help maintain a vibrant and active lifestyle.
Customer Needs & Support
Our customer:
- Is non-verbal but understands spoken words/phrases.
- Clear, slow speech may be required due to processing time.
- Communicates using:
- Makaton (strong ability to recognise and use some signs; frequently uses "yes" and "thank you").
- Object of reference (using objects to convey meaning).
- PECS (Picture Exchange Communication System).
- Body language (responds keenly, instilling humour like falls/tickles/funny voices).
- Responds well to humour and playful interactions.
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What You’ll Do
- Support with daily living, personal care and choices, prioritising customer needs.
- Collaborate with team, clinical colleagues and families to craft and execute support plans.
- Recognise strengths and encourage progressive steps—never losing sight of dreams and aspirations.
- Use Positive Behavioural Support (PBS) models for independent living and social inclusion.
- Detect changes in health or mood, respond swiftly, and ensure safety for both recipients and team.
- Ensure varied and enjoyable activities, including garden access and community outings, underpinned by trustful customer engagement.
About Us
This role is part of a place where you feel: Valued — Training, support, and daily real difference-making. Known for being a UK Great Place to Work!.
Why Join Us?
- Fantastic team spirit favouring inclusion, wellbeing, and diversity.
- Ongoing support and learning (enhanced resources & flexibility).
- PB Support certificate option (partially subsidised).
Your Profile
- Experience in Complex Care with:
- Lev 2 Diploma in Adult Health & Social Care (or working towards it).
- As a Support Worker for individuals with complex needs/behaviours of distress.
- Person-centred approach, acknowledging customer uniqueness and adaptability.
- Proficiency in positive risk management to safeguard recipients and colleagues.
- Familiarity with Makaton is helpful but not essential.
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Practical Details
- Enhanced DBS check subsidised (just the form).
- Useful tech skills for support plans, colleague updates and training registration.
- Considerable rewards include:
- 39 days annual leave (34, rising to 39), inclusive of bank holidays and a "me day" (mental health/carer support).
- Health Cash Plan: Annual value of £1140+ per employee (often including children).
- Instant pay: Stream integration.
- Tech/utilities discounts (800+ offers through Employee Perks).
- Care Certificate fees reimbursed (if needed).
“Apply now to view full MRIB PBS Support Worker Job Description.” Applications close early, so application is encouraged promptly. Contact recruitment@homegroup.org.uk for reasonable adjustments.
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