Job Description

About Us

At Yellowstone Healthcare, we specialise in delivering outstanding residential care for children and young people aged 8-18 with complex needs, including emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD), autism spectrum conditions, and other neurodevelopmental challenges. Our focus is to create nurturing, trauma-informed environments that support positive relationships, emotional regulation, and developmental progress.

We believe in delivering care that transforms lives - filled with laughter, learning, safety, and respect - where even the smallest victories are celebrated as major milestones.

About the Role

As a Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) Lead, you will play a critical leadership role in developing and embedding best practice across our services in Lewisham and Croydon. You'll be responsible for:

Conducting Functional Behaviour Assessments (FBAs) and Behavioural Risk Assessments for children and young people. Designing and implementing individualised Positive Behaviour Support Plans that are trauma-informed, developmentally appropriate, and co-produced with the child and their support network. Supporting the Registered Manager, staff teams and wider clinical/education teams in understanding the function of behaviours and developing proactive, person-centred strategies. Delivering in-house training and coaching for staff on PBS principles, attachment-aware care, and therapeutic de-escalation techniques. Monitoring the effectiveness of behaviour support strategies and making necessary adjustments based on outcomes and feedback. Promoting a culture of reflection, empathy, and consistency within the home. Contributing to EHCP reviews, safeguarding plans, and multidisciplinary team meetings.

What We Offer

A highly rewarding part-time opportunity to make a meaningful impact A safe, supportive, and homely working environment Robust induction programme and on-the-job training Opportunities for continued professional development Competitive salary: 35,000-40,000 (Pro-rata based on 2/3 days per week) 28 days annual leave Access to wellbeing tools, employee assistance programme, Supportive leadership and multidisciplinary team Company pension scheme Employee referral programme

What We're Looking For

We are seeking a compassionate, experienced, and proactive professional who is passionate about children's & young people mental health and behavioural support:

Minimum 3 years' experience supporting children and young people with complex needs and EBD Qualification in PBS, Health & Social Care, SEN, or Psychology (minimum Level 3; Level 5 desirable) Demonstrable experience in Functional Behaviour Assessments and developing support plans Strong knowledge of attachment, trauma, neurodiversity, and therapeutic approaches Skilled in staff coaching, training delivery, and reflective practice facilitation Confident in working collaboratively with families, professionals, and external agencies A natural leader who is empathetic, organised, and solution-focused

Safeguarding Statement

Yellowstone Healthcare is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to:

Enhanced DBS check (we cover the cost) Reference checks and employment history verification Online search as part of our safer recruitment process
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds.

How to Apply

We're excited to hear from you!
If you have the passion and skills to help shape the future for our children, please submit your CV and cover letter. For any queries, contact:

info@yellowstonehealthcare.co.uk

Language

: English (preferred)

Work Location

: In person - Lewisham & Croydon

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 35,000.00-40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Health & wellbeing programme Referral programme
Ability to commute/relocate:

London SE23: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Education:

Bachelor's (preferred)
Experience:

Supporting children and young people with complex needs: 3 years (preferred)
Language:

English (preferred)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (preferred)
Work Location: In person