At MacIntyre, we see the person first. Always. At MacIntyre, we believe everyone has the potential to live a life that is meaningful, connected and full of opportunity. We know this happens when people are surrounded by others who listen deeply, value their voice and work alongside them to achieve what matters most.
We're looking for a passionate and skilled Transitions and Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) Facilitator to join our No Limits team in Nuneaton. This unique role combines person-centred transition planning with Positive Behaviour Support practice leadership, helping young people with learning disabilities, autism and complex needs thrive during their journey into adulthood.
This is an exciting opportunity to make a genuine difference by supporting young people, families and colleagues to build positive futures, strengthen independence and create opportunities for meaningful lives.
About the Role Working across the No Limits provision, you will spend approximately three days each week supporting and developing Positive Behaviour Support practice and two days supporting transition planning and family engagement through our My Way programme.
You will build strong relationships with young people, families and professionals, ensuring every learner receives consistent, person-centred support that reflects their strengths, aspirations and individual needs.
As part of the No Limits team, you will work closely with colleagues, families and external partners to ensure young people experience positive transitions into, through and beyond our provision.
What You'll Be Doing Positive Behaviour Support Role model outstanding, person-centred support across the No Limits provision.
Work directly alongside learners requiring enhanced levels of support, helping them achieve positive outcomes and improved quality of life.
Complete behavioural assessments, functional assessments and PBS plans.
Support the collection, analysis and interpretation of behavioural data to inform practice.
Coach and mentor colleagues in real time, embedding PBS values and approaches into everyday support.
Develop the confidence and skills of teams through observation, feedback and reflective practice.
Work alongside the PBS Lead to maintain high standards of PBS across the service.
Promote proactive, preventative and strengths-based approaches that focus on understanding the person rather than managing behaviour.
My Way Transitions Act as a key point of contact for prospective learners and families during the pre-placement and transition process.
Build trusting relationships with families, supporting them through significant periods of change.
Coordinate person-centred transition planning for young people entering, progressing through and leaving No Limits.
Work collaboratively with local authorities, education providers, social care teams and health professionals.
Attend and contribute to EHCP reviews and multi-disciplinary meetings.
Support learners to identify and work towards meaningful aspirations for adulthood.
Help ensure every learner leaves No Limits with a clear and ambitious next step that reflects what matters most to them.
Promote independence, self-advocacy, community inclusion and citizenship throughout the learner journey.
Why Join MacIntyre? At MacIntyre, you'll be part of a values-led organisation where people are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work.
You'll benefit from:
Ongoing professional development and PBS training.
Opportunities to contribute to innovative practice and service development.
Supportive leadership and regular supervision.
The chance to make a lasting difference to the lives of young people and families.
A culture that celebrates individuality, collaboration and learning.
Additional Requirements Full UK driving licence.
Access to a vehicle with business insurance.
Willingness to travel across Nuneaton and surrounding areas as required.
If you're passionate about helping young people build positive futures and believe that great support starts with understanding the person, we'd love to hear from you.
Please note, we are currently unable to offer sponsorships as we await further guidance from the Home Office. Applications requiring sponsorship cannot be considered at this time. We appreciate your understanding.
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About You We're looking for someone who combines warmth, curiosity and professionalism with a genuine commitment to person-centred practice.
You will bring:
Experience working within education, health or social care services supporting people with learning disabilities and/or autism.
Experience supporting individuals whose behaviour may challenge services.
Knowledge and understanding of Positive Behaviour Support principles and practice.
Understanding of transition planning and the challenges young people and families can face when moving into adulthood.
Experience contributing to or implementing Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
The ability to coach, influence and support others to develop their practice.
Strong organisational, planning and IT skills.
A creative, solution-focused approach to overcoming barriers.
A commitment to co-production, person-centred planning and working alongside people rather than doing things for them.
About us
MacIntyre is a national charity which supports over 1,200 people with a learning disability and/or autism.
We were founded in 1966 by the visionary parent of a child with disabilities and have been growing steadily ever since. We celebrate and develop everyone's unique gifts, talents and contributions.
Training and Development
At Macintyre we fully support your training and development. We know it can be daunting to start a new job, and not everyone learns the same way, so throughout your probation we will provide you with a mixture of eLearning, face-to-face training and mentoring support whilst on the job.
But it doesn't stop there - throughout your career with us you will have access to our own dedicated in house Learning and Development team, Quality Specialists and HR Teams. These teams, along with your Manager, will provide you with opportunities to learn and develop professionally as well as enabling and supporting you to achieve professional qualifications and career progression opportunities - all free of charge.
Pay and Rewards
We provide a range of benefits to reward and thank our staff which includes:
Six weeks' annual leave including statutory public holidays
Workplace Pension scheme – MacIntyre will contribute 3% of your salary to all eligible employees
MacIntyre Staff Savings Scheme
Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing
Health Cash Plan which provides money back on core health treatments such as: optical, dental, physiotherapy, chiropody (at reduced cost)
MacIntyre Sick Pay (qualifying period)
Life assurance scheme offering valuable benefits to your dependents
MacIntyre Rewards Scheme which recognises and rewards staff
MacIntyre Perks which offers up to 6% discount off leading retailers including Tesco, Curry/PC World, Costa and many more
Access to the Blue Light Card which offers thousands of amazing discounts online and on the high street for emergency and social care staff.
Enhanced DBS Certificate (cost paid by MacIntyre)
How to apply
If this job sounds like the right fit for you, click on the Apply button on the MacIntyre website, complete some brief details and upload your CV.
Please note: we reserve the right to close this advert early if we have received a sufficient number of applications, so don't delay, apply today.
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