Why Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) Improves Outcomes for People We Support

Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) isn’t just about reducing incidents β€” it’s about improving quality of life through proactive, person-centred, and least-restrictive approaches. For people supported, PBS provides a foundation for greater independence, dignity, and wellbeing.


πŸ”‘ The Principles Behind PBS

At its heart, PBS is about understanding why behaviours of concern occur β€” and supporting people in ways that reduce the need for those behaviours. It’s proactive, not reactive. It’s rights-based, not restrictive. It’s built on:

  • Understanding communication needs and triggers
  • Promoting meaningful engagement and choice
  • Creating supportive environments and routines
  • Collaborating with individuals, families, and professionals
  • Prioritising quality of life, not just safety

πŸ“ˆ Better Outcomes for Individuals

When PBS is embedded into care, people experience:

  • Fewer restrictive interventions
  • More choice and control
  • Increased opportunities for independence
  • Improved relationships and social inclusion
  • Greater stability in placements and services

It’s not about managing behaviour β€” it’s about improving lives.


πŸ’‘ Why Providers Benefit Too

For care providers, PBS delivers more than positive outcomes for individuals. It strengthens:

  • Your reputation as a values-led, person-centred service
  • Your ability to evidence quality to CQC and commissioners
  • Workforce morale through clear, proactive practice frameworks
  • Your commercial case for future contracts and partnerships

Commissioners recognise that PBS isn’t just good practice β€” it’s good business.

Better outcomes for people. Better partnerships for providers. Stronger futures through PBS.


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Updated for Procurement Act 2023 β€’ CQC-aligned β€’ BASE-aligned (where relevant)


Written by Impact Guru, editorial oversight by Mike Harrison, Founder of Impact Guru Ltd β€” bringing extensive experience in health and social care tenders, commissioning and strategy.

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