Practitioner


Job description

We are seeking passionate Practitioners to join one of our incredible teams in Bangor. As a Practitioner at Mencap, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference every day, supporting individuals with learning disabilities and autism to live fulfilling, independent lives. About the Role You will deliver high-quality, person-centred support, turning Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) plans into everyday actions. Working closely with families, Specialist Practitioners, and the wider multidisciplinary team, you will help create safe, supportive environments that promote choice, dignity, and independence.

Responsibilities

  • Provide person-led, high-quality support to autistic people and/or people with learning disabilities, including when behaviour communicates distress
  • Implement Positive Behaviour Support plans in a consistent, compassionate, and practical way
  • Understand the individual’s environment, identify early signs of distress, and adjust routines or sensory input to prevent escalation
  • Work collaboratively with families and the multidisciplinary team (e.g. psychology, PBS, social work, occupational therapy) to ensure joined-up support
  • Promote independence in daily living and community participation, replacing restrictions with safe, meaningful alternatives
  • Make clear, time-critical decisions in the moment and maintain accurate ABC charts and data records to inform reviews and improve outcomes
  • Monitor and report changes in behaviour, health, or wellbeing, escalating concerns promptly in line with policy
  • Participate in post-incident debriefs and reflective practice, using learning to strengthen support
  • Contribute to safeguarding, proportionate risk assessments, and crisis responses using least-restrictive approaches

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

  • Experience working with Learning Disability and Autism

Desirable Skills

  • Driving Licence

Vacancy ID
1753359
Job Sector
Carers and Support Workers
Area
Co Down
Location
Bangor
Salary
£27,000 per annum
No. vacancies
10
Contract Type
Permanent
Weekly hours
37.5
Published date
09/01/2026
Closing date
08/02/2026
Worktime
12 hour shifts, times to be confirmed

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