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Restrictive Practices and Human Rights — Rethinking Control Through Positive Behaviour Support (PBS)

Too often, restrictive practices are introduced as a response to risk. But Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) starts with something far more powerful — rights, autonomy, and what matters to the...

Social Care Mini-Series — Tendering, Safeguarding & Person-Centred Practice

A growing collection of complete 7-part mini-series exploring social care tenders, safeguarding, person-centred planning, outcomes, reablement, and more — designed to strengthen your bids and inspection evidence.

PBS in Learning Disability Tenders — Going Beyond the Basics

Go beyond the basics of Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) in learning disability tenders with this practical guide covering behaviour understanding, staff training, proactive strategies, and co-production.

Human Rights, Not Just Behaviour Charts: Embedding PBS Principles in Daily Practice

PBS should be rooted in rights, dignity, and respect. This blog explores how to embed those principles in everyday routines — not just support plans.

The Heart of PBS: Why Values Matter More Than Techniques

PBS isn’t just a toolkit — it’s a values-led approach. This blog explores the core principles of Positive Behaviour Support and how they shape practice, culture, and trust.

The PBS Mindset: How Leadership Shapes Your Approach to Positive Behaviour Support

Positive Behaviour Support isn’t a bolt-on strategy — it’s a mindset shaped by leadership. Here’s how senior teams influence PBS culture and outcomes.

Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) Isn’t About Managing Behaviour — It’s About Improving Lives

PBS isn’t about controlling people. It’s about understanding them, supporting them, and improving their quality of life. That’s what commissioners want to see in your tender.

The Real Meaning of Positive Behaviour Support: It’s Not About ‘Managing Behaviour’

Too many services still describe PBS in clinical or restrictive terms. But commissioners want to see PBS as a way of understanding people and improving lives.

How to Embed Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) Across Your Organisation

Embedding PBS isn’t just about staff training — it’s about culture, governance, and everyday practice. This guide explains how to embed PBS principles across your organisation to strengthen outcomes, inspections,...

How to Embed Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) in Your Social Care Service

Embedding Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) strengthens your service culture, improves outcomes, and supports your success in tenders and inspections. Discover our ready-made PBS Strategy Template, fully aligned to CQC and...