• Level 3
  • 4 - 6 Hours Duration
  • 1 Year Certificate

Positive Behaviour Support and Breakaway For Schools Training

Our positive behaviour & breakaway training for schools training has been specifically designed to ensure safe working of front line staff.

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Our positive behaviour & breakaway training for schools training has been specifically designed to ensure safe working of front line staff.

If additional holding or restraint techniques are required then the course will run over 2 days.

Additionally, If you need some guidance on what additional content should be covered please get in touch either by using the contact form on the right or calling the office on 01782 563333.

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Course Summary

  • Definitions of challenging behaviour
  • Continuum of aggression
  • The cause of challenging behaviour
  • The triggers and build up of anxiety
  • How to manage challenging behaviour and positive behaviour management
  • Communication skills covering both verbal and non verbal
  • Planning, help and support systems
  • How to resolve conflict and de-escalate situations
  • Legal frameworks
  • Understand the causes and build up of an attack
  • Actions to avoid being restrained or attacked
  • Safely disengage from being held
  • Safely disengage another person from being held
  • Avoid and defend kicks and punches
  • Post incident actions
  • Record keeping and de-briefing

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    Where Do You Deliver The Positive Behaviour & Breakaway For Schools Training?

    We can deliver this training at your premises, as long as it's within the UK. Also, we have our own venues in the Midlands if you don't have access to a training room.

    Who Is This Positive Behaviour & Breakaway For Schools Training For?

    This training is for anyone working within the primary or secondary school sector

    How Many Delegates Can I Have On One Session?

    We will deliver this training for a group of up to 10 delegates. Similarly, for larger groups we can either provide multiple trainers on the same day or run multiple days to get everyone trained.

    Who Will Conduct The Training?

    One of our expert clinical tutors, these are either Nurses or Doctors with an abundance of clinical and complex care experience and knowledge – so you’ll be in great hands! Furthermore, we will let you know who is doing the training in advance, you can check out their skills and experience by finding them on our meet the team page.

Positive Behavior Support Training

This Positive Behaviour Support Training course teaches the basics of Positive Behaviours Support (PBS). It’s meant for teachers, caregivers, and professionals who work with people facing difficult behaviours. The training focuses on ways to prevent and handle these behaviours before they become issues.

PBS combines ideas from behaviour science with values like inclusion, choice, and equality. It looks at why challenging behaviour happens, often as a way for people to express their needs, and finds the best ways to help them.

Participants will learn how to assess behaviours, create personalized support plans, and use proven strategies. Key topics include understanding why behaviours happen, making supportive environments, teaching new skills, and encouraging positive actions.

Through hands-on activities and real-life examples, attendees will gain useful skills to help improve social-emotional growth and overall quality of life for those they support. The course also emphasizes building strong relationships with families and team members to ensure everyone is on the same page.

Our positive behaviour & breakaway training for schools training has been specifically designed to ensure safe working of front line staff.

The course is suitable for a variety of services such as:

  • Secondary School
  • Primary Schools
  • Nurseries
  • Children’s Hospitals

The courses are theory and practical base and can accommodate up to 10 delegates per day.

The course will equip delegates to safely and effectively manage challenging behaviour and aggression within an education environment.

 

Course Information:

  • Course Duration: 4- 6 hours
  • Course Level: Level 3
  • Certificate: 1-year certificate
  • Max Delegates: 10
  • Practical: Yes
  • Course Mode: Face to Face (Onsite & Offsite)
  • Accredited: Yes ✅

 

Related: Managing Challenging Behaviour Training.

 

Course Outline for Positive Behaviour Support Training

Introduction to Challenging Behaviour

  • What challenging behaviour is and its features

  • Understanding different levels of aggression

Understanding the Causes of Challenging Behaviour

  • Finding out why challenging behaviour happens

  • Recognising triggers and how anxiety builds up

Positive Behaviour Management Strategies

  • Ways to handle challenging behaviour

  • Why it’s important to offer support before problems happen

Effective Communication Skills

  • How to communicate clearly, both with words and without words

  • Building trust and positive relationships

Conflict Resolution and De-escalation Techniques

  • Ways to solve problems and calm down situations

  • Techniques to stop things from getting worse

Legal Frameworks and Ethical Considerations

  • Basic laws and rules related to care and behaviour

  • Understanding what is right and what is wrong

Safety and Disengagement Techniques

  • How to avoid situations that could turn dangerous

  • Safe ways to step away from a conflict

Post-Incident Protocols

  • Why it’s important to write down what happened and discuss it afterwards

  • Looking at the situation to learn and improve for the future

This outline covers key points in the training, helping learners understand and practice handling challenging behaviour.

 

PBS Course Benefits

  • Understand the main ideas and methods of Positive Behaviour Support (PBS).

  • Learn how to assess behaviours and create good support plans.

  • Gain skills to handle challenging behaviours using proven methods.

  • Develop strategies to create supportive environments that encourage good actions.

  • Improve your ability to teach new skills and encourage good behaviours.

  • Work better with families and team members to use PBS consistently.

  • Build confidence in managing behaviour challenges and promoting positive results.

 

 

Target Audience

People who should take Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) and Breakaway Training include:

  1. Caregivers – People who take care of individuals with learning disabilities, autism, or mental health conditions.

  2. Healthcare Workers – Nurses, doctors, and other healthcare workers working with vulnerable individuals.

  3. Teachers and Support Staff – Those working in special learning or with students who have challenging behaviours.

  4. Social Workers – Staff helping individuals in the community, especially those with behavioural needs.

  5. Residential Support Staff – People working in group homes or care facilities for individuals with special needs.

  6. Family Members – Relatives who care for individuals with challenging behaviours at home.

  7. Therapists – Occupational therapists, speech therapists, and other specialists working with individuals who have behavioural challenges.

  8. Mental Health staff – Those working with clients who have mental health conditions and may display challenging behaviour.

These trainings help to improve understanding and provide safe, effective ways to manage and support individuals with challenging behaviours.

 

Learning Outcomes of PBS Training Course

The goal of Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) Awareness training is to help participants learn how to support people with challenging behaviours.

Here are the main objectives:

  • Understanding PBS Principles: Learn the basic ideas behind Positive Behaviour Support.

  • Skill Development: Teach practical skills for using PBS strategies in different situations.

  • Behaviour Check: Train participants to understand why challenging behaviours happen.

  • Planning Help: Help create personal plans to support good behaviour.

  • Prevention Focus: Show ways to stop challenging behaviours before they happen.

  • Positive Environment: Learn how to create spaces that encourage good behaviours.

  • Teaching Better Behaviours: Teach better behaviours to replace challenging ones.

  • Working Together: Work better with families, caregivers, and others using PBS.

  • Improving Lives: Help improve lives by promoting good outcomes in behaviour, emotions, and social skills.

The main goal is to move from punishing behaviours to a positive, person-centred approach that treats everyone with respect while handling behaviour challenges.

Career Opportunities

Completing a Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) training course can lead to many career opportunities in different areas:

  • Behaviour Specialist: Work in schools, clinics, or private practice to help people with challenging behaviours.

  • Special Education Teacher: Use PBS ideas in the classroom to help students with special needs.

  • ABA Therapist: Help individuals with autism using PBS and Behaviour Analysis techniques.

  • Residential Support Staff: Use PBS strategies in group homes or assisted living facilities.

  • School Counsellor: Support students by using PBS methods.

  • Social Worker: Work with clients in different community settings using PBS ideas.

  • Occupational Therapist: Use PBS in therapy to help with behaviour challenges that affect daily life.

  • Disability Support Coordinator: Make support plans for people with disabilities using PBS knowledge.

  • Early Intervention Specialist: Help young children with delays or behaviour issues using PBS methods.

  • Mental Health Counsellor: Use PBS strategies to support clients with mental health challenges.

  • Behavioural Consultant: Advise organisations on using PBS ideas.

  • Parent Coach: Teach families how to use PBS strategies at home.

 

 

Customer Reviews:

We have received thousands of positive reviews from participants who have attended our PBS Training and Breakaway Training. Our course is rated ‘Excellent’ on all third-party websites, reflecting our commitment to high-quality training across the UK.

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“Gain confidence and knowledge positive support to patients with challenging behaviour.. Learned techniques with actual demo and done actually very good .”Velma Duria

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“The trainer Sarah Freer was very good, she made it formal, easy to follow, Informative and a friendly positive atmosphere.”Charlotte

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“Our staff had no issues on the training they all enjoyed it. It’s easy as can be to arrange training and ask questions about things we’ve always had a speedy in depth reply every time over the years.”Making Space

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“Great trainer. Very engaging and made sure everyone understands. Would definitely training with this company again.”Anonymous

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“Caring for care does care for their clients , from the initial booking with Emma everything was smooth she kept us informed on what was happening . Kai was awesome his teaching methods are inclusive and fun , we all enjoyed the training . Thank you caring for care team.”Brenda

 

 

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: Who can benefit from PBS training?
A: PBS training is helpful for teachers, caregivers, mental health professionals, social workers, and anyone working with individuals who show challenging behaviours.

Q: Do I need any prior experience to take this course?
A: No prior experience is necessary. This course is designed for both beginners and those with some background in behaviour management.

Q: How long does the PBS training course typically last?
A: The course usually lasts 4-6 hours of intensive training, or it can be made bespoke to accommodate other needs.

Q: Is this course only for working with children?
A: While best suited for children, PBS strategies can be used with people of all ages. This course covers techniques for children and young adults. We have added breakaway training to make this course more practical.

Q: Will I be certified in PBS after completing this course?
A: While you will gain a strong understanding of PBS, certification requirements vary by region and profession. Check with local regulatory bodies for specific details.

Q: How is PBS different from traditional behaviour management approaches?
A: PBS focuses on understanding the reasons behind behaviours and emphasizes prevention and skill-building instead of punishment. It aims to improve quality of life, not just reduce problem behaviours.

Q: Can PBS be used alongside other therapeutic approaches?
A: Yes, PBS can work well with other methods like Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and Applied Behaviour Analysis.

Q: Is ongoing support available after the course?
A: Many training providers offer follow-up support, refresher courses, or advanced training options. Check with your course provider for more details.

Q: How effective is PBS in managing challenging behaviours?
A: Research shows that PBS is very effective in reducing challenging behaviours and improving quality of life across different groups and settings.

Q: Can I start using PBS strategies right after the course?
A: Yes, the course gives you the basic knowledge and practical skills to start using PBS strategies. However, more complex cases may need extra support or supervision.

 

Research on PBS Training Effectiveness

Staff Training Effectiveness

In one study, 85% of staff successfully completed Positive Behaviour Support training by demonstrating all required classroom and on-the-job skills. [Karola Dillenburger]

Another study found that staff knowledge scores improved significantly, rising from 26% before training to 74% at 16 weeks after training, and reaching 95% at 20 weeks post-training.

 

Impact on Challenging Behaviours

In one study, 56% of cases showed significant improvements in challenging behaviour after staff training on positive behaviour support awareness training. Additionally, a different study revealed a statistically significant reduction in targeted challenging behaviours at a 3-month follow-up. [PUBMED]

However, one study noted a significant reduction in challenging behaviour, but no significant improvement in quality of life at the 6-month follow-up.

Staff Confidence and Support

Post-training, 94% of school leaders and teachers felt at least fairly confident in managing misbehaviour. Furthermore, 96% felt confident in helping pupils understand how to behave well.

Despite this, 52% of school teachers agreed that support from senior leaders helps them effectively manage persistently disruptive behaviour.

Organisational Implementation

90% of schools reported systematically recording data on pupil behaviour. Additionally, 83% used behaviour data to guide their approach to managing pupil behaviour.

While these statistics indicate positive outcomes from behaviour training, it’s important to recognise that results can vary across different studies and settings. Ongoing research and improvements in training methods are essential to enhance effectiveness in reducing challenging behaviours and improving the quality of life for those receiving support. [ Government Social Research, 2023]

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