Positive Behaviour Support and Breakaway Training

Positive Behaviour Support and Breakaway Training

The Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) and Breakaway Training Course equips individuals with the right skills to understand and manage challenging behaviour in a safe and respectful way. This course is helpful for people working in schools, care homes, hospitals, or community settings.

It teaches how to understand why someone may show difficult behaviour and how to create simple, helpful plans to support them. You will also learn safe breakaway techniques—these are calm ways to move away if someone becomes aggressive, without causing harm. The course includes practice, group activities, and real-life examples to help you feel more confident.

This course is ideal for carers, support workers, teachers, and healthcare staff. No previous training is needed. By the end, the training will equip you to stay safe, support others kindly, and help create a calm, positive environment.

Our positive behaviour management & 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.

Related Training: Breakaway Course.

Course Information:

• Course Duration: 4- 6 hours
• Course Level: Level 3
• Certificate: 2-year certificate
• Max Delegates: 10
• Practical: Yes
• Course Mode: Face to Face (Onsite & Offsite)

Course Outline:

The Positive Behaviour Support and Breakaway Training

1. Introduction to Challenging Behaviour

• What challenging behaviour is and its features
• Understanding different levels of aggression

2. Understanding the Causes of Challenging Behaviour

• Finding out why challenging behaviour happens
• Recognising triggers and how anxiety builds up

3. Positive Behaviour Management Strategies

• Ways to handle challenging behaviour
• Why it’s important to offer support before problems happen

4. Effective Communication Skills

• How to communicate clearly, both with words and without words
• Building trust and positive relationships

5. Conflict Resolution and De-escalation Techniques

• Ways to solve problems and calm down situations
• Techniques to stop things from getting worse

6. Legal Frameworks and Ethical Considerations

• Basic laws and rules related to care and behaviour
• Understanding what is right and what is wrong

7. Safety and Disengagement Techniques

• How to avoid situations that could turn dangerous
• Safe ways to step away from a conflict

8. 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.

Benefits of Combining PBS and Breakaway Training

Combining Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) and Breakaway Training Courses together gives a full approach to managing challenging behaviour while keeping everyone safe.

This kind of training helps your staff learn how to both prevent and respond effectively to aggressive situations.

Main benefits include:

• Better safety skills: Breakaway training teaches safe ways to move away from someone if they become aggressive, helping to avoid harm.
• Stronger communication and calming skills: PBS focuses on finding out why someone is acting out and using good communication to calm things down before it gets worse.
• Less need for restraint: PBS helps staff understand the reasons behind behaviour, so they can stop problems before they happen, meaning there’s less need for force or holding someone back.
• More confidence at work: Learning both PBS and breakaway skills makes staff feel more ready and able to deal with difficult situations.
• Better care for individuals: PBS focuses on the person’s needs and what works best for them, which leads to more personalised and respectful care.
• Lower stress for staff: When staff feel prepared, they feel less stressed and more comfortable in their roles.
• Follows the law and ethical guidelines: The training also covers what the law says about using force and how to do things the right way.

This classroom training provides you or your staff with the needed skills and techniques that can be used in schools and care settings.

Who Should Take This Course?

The Combined Breakaway and Positive Behaviour Support Course is tailored for individuals who work with or care for people exhibiting challenging behaviours in potentially high-risk situations.

It is ideal for:

• Professionals in education, healthcare, or community services
• Caregivers
• Educators and special education teachers
• Support workers in residential or disability services
• Social workers
• Therapists (e.g., occupational, behavioural)
• Security personnel in care settings
• Family members of individuals with challenging behaviours
• This training ensures participants are equipped to manage behaviours effectively and safely in diverse environments.

Learning Outcomes of PBS Training Course

Upon successfully completing this course, learners will be able to:

• Understand Behaviour Triggers: Know what causes difficult behaviour and how to spot early signs.
• Make Support Plans: Create simple plans to help people behave in a calm and safe way.
• Use Person-Centred Methods: Support people with kindness, respect, and care based on their needs.
• Use Breakaway Techniques: Learn safe ways to step away from danger without hurting anyone.
• Keep Everyone Safe: Help create a safe place for both staff and the people they care for.
• Work in the Right Way: Follow good rules and make safe, fair choices when helping others.
• Talk Clearly and Calmly: Use good communication to calm down tricky situations and build trust.
• Use Skills: Show what you’ve learned in practice activities and real-life situations.

Career Opportunities

This training helps people build skills that are useful in many jobs. After finishing the course, you may find more chances to work in care, education, or health.

People who take this course often go on to work as:

• Support Workers
• Care Assistants
• Teaching Assistants
• Special Educational Needs (SEN) Staff
• Youth Workers
• Social Care Workers
• Behaviour Support Workers
• Mental Health Support Staff

Having PBS and breakaway training shows that you can handle difficult behaviour in a calm, safe, and respectful way. It also helps you stand out when applying for jobs or asking for a promotion.

Onsite Positive Behaviour Support and Breakaway Training

We offer onsite Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) and Breakaway Training delivered right across the UK, including England, Wales, Northern Ireland, and Scotland. We can bring this essential training to all major cities, such as London, Birmingham, Manchester, Glasgow, Leeds, Liverpool, Newcastle, Sheffield, Bristol, Edinburgh, Cardiff, and Belfast.

Our onsite course brings expert-led sessions directly to your workplace. This flexible training is designed to fit your team’s schedule and specific needs, whether you’re in a school, care home, hospital, or community setting. By choosing this option, you save time and hassle on travel while still providing valuable, practical learning that is tailored to your environment.

Onsite training is ideal for organisations looking to quickly and effectively upskill their staff, improve the quality of care, and meet relevant regulatory standards. We work closely with you to create a supportive learning atmosphere that encourages questions and teamwork among your staff.

By choosing our training, your team will benefit from personalised attention, shared learning experiences, and the immediate chance to put their new skills into practice when supporting individuals with challenging behaviour in your specific setting.

Why Choose Face-to-Face Training?

Our face-to-face training gives your staff hands-on experience that online learning can’t always offer. They can practise skills in a safe space and get personal feedback from a real trainer.

Learning together in a classroom also builds stronger teamwork and better communication. We can adapt the course to suit your workplace, using real-life examples that make the training more useful. In the end, in-person training helps your staff stay engaged, understand more, and feel more confident in their roles.

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

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.

Why Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) and Breakaway Training Are Important for Schools and Care Homes

Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) and Breakaway Training are very helpful for people who work in schools and care homes in the UK. Staff often care for people who may show behaviour that is hard to manage. This can affect safety, well-being, and the care or learning given.

This training helps in many ways:

1. Keeping Everyone Safe

• PBS teaches staff how to stop or reduce challenging behaviour before it happens. Breakaway Training shows safe ways to move away if someone becomes aggressive. This helps keep staff, residents, and pupils safe. It is useful in care homes where people with dementia or disabilities may act in unexpected ways, and in schools where pupils with functional needs may get upset.

2. Helping People Have Better Lives

• PBS helps staff understand why someone is behaving a certain way. It also helps staff make simple support plans. These plans improve well-being and help pupils and residents feel included and cared for. In schools, it supports learning. In care homes, it helps people feel respected and treated with dignity.

3. Reducing the Use of Force

• The training teaches staff to use kind and safe ways to manage behaviour. It follows UK rules like those from the Care Quality Commission (CQC) for care homes and safeguarding rules in schools. When staff use less force, they build trust and respect. This is good for long-term care in homes and helps pupils grow in schools.

4. Making Staff Feel Ready and Confident

• PBS gives staff the right tools to handle behaviour in a calm and smart way. Breakaway Training helps them feel ready for risky situations. This makes staff feel more confident and less stressed, which is very important in busy classrooms and care homes.

5. Creating Places Where Everyone Feels Included

• In schools, PBS helps all pupils, including those with disabilities, to learn well with others. In care homes, it helps each resident get care that suits their needs. This makes everyone feel they belong.

6. Following the Law and Doing the Right Thing

• Schools and care homes must follow UK laws about behaviour and safety. PBS and Breakaway Training help staff follow these rules. This means better care and learning, and fewer problems for the organisation.

7. Stopping Problems Early

• PBS helps staff spot behaviour problems early and stop them before they get worse. In schools, this keeps learning on track. In care homes, it helps keep the home calm and peaceful.

By using PBS and Breakaway Training, schools and care homes can be safer, kinder, and more welcoming places. This helps staff, pupils, residents, and families all feel better, while making sure rules and best practices are followed.