Overview
Behaviour Analyst UKBA(cert) Jobs in Cardiff at The Behaviour Clinic
Help Children Thrive Through Trauma-Informed Behavioural Support
Are you a qualified Behaviour Analyst looking for flexible and meaningful work that combines behavioural science, trauma-informed care, attachment-informed practice, and multidisciplinary collaboration?
The Behaviour Clinic is seeking passionate Behaviour Analysts to join our growing network across South Wales. This is an opportunity to work with care-experienced children, foster families, adoptive families, schools, residential homes, and local authority services while helping shape the future of trauma-informed behavioural support.
Position- Behaviour Analyst UKBA(cert)
Contract Type -Contract by Contract- Self employed.
Service Area -Across all services
Location -In person- South Wales (Cardiff Base)
Pay Scale- £80-£100 per session
Additional Fees Paid reports & Mileage
Start Date August 2026
About The Behaviour Clinic
The Behaviour Clinic is a specialist multidisciplinary organisation providing trauma-informed support to children, young people, families, foster carers, adoptive parents, schools, residential homes, and local authorities across Wales and South West England.
Our team includes Behaviour Analysts, Play Therapists, Social Workers, Counsellors, Family Practitioners, and other therapeutic professionals who work together to improve outcomes for children and young people facing complex emotional, behavioural, and developmental challenges.
We are particularly recognised for our work with care-experienced children and our TRIBE® Trauma-Informed Care model, which combines behavioural science, attachment theory, and therapeutic practice to support meaningful and lasting change.
About The Role
Behaviour Analysts play a central role within our multidisciplinary team. Our Behaviour Analysts help families, carers, schools, and professionals understand how to integrate behavioural principles within the context of trauma, attachment, learning history, and environmental influences.
Work may include:
Behavioural assessments
Functional assessments and formulation
Parent and carer consultations
School consultations
Residential care support
Direct work with children and young people
Behaviour support planning
Therapeutic intervention planning
Training and workshops
Multi-agency collaboration
This role provides the opportunity to apply behavioural science in innovative and meaningful ways while developing specialist expertise in trauma-informed care through our TRIBE® Trauma-Informed Care model.
Typical Responsibilities
Complete behavioural and therapeutic assessments
Develop evidence-based trauma-informed Support Plans
Undertake consultations with parents, carers, schools, and professionals
Deliver direct support to children and young people where appropriate
Provide behavioural consultation within residential and foster care settings
Contribute to multidisciplinary formulations and intervention planning
Deliver training workshops and professional development sessions
Produce high-quality reports and recommendations
Monitor outcomes and review interventions
Support the dissemination of behavioural science using accessible, jargon-free language
What We Offer
Flexible self-employed opportunities
Administrative and organisational support
Opportunities to work across a diverse range of services
Specialist training in trauma-informed care
Opportunities to develop therapeutic skills and interventions
Access to multidisciplinary consultation and expertise
Opportunities to contribute to research, service development, and innovation
A supportive and collaborative team culture
Regular professional development opportunities
What We Value
We are looking for professionals who demonstrate:
Accountability and professionalism
Compassion and empathy
Child-centred practice
Collaborative working
Solution-focused thinking
Curiosity and continuous learning
High standards of therapeutic care
A commitment to improving outcomes for children and families
Essential Requirements
MSc in Behaviour Analysis or equivalent recognised qualification
Registration with the UK Society of Behaviour Analysis UKBA(cert)
Strong understanding of behavioural assessment and intervention
An understanding of Trauma Informed Care
Ability to develop evidence-based Support Plans
Excellent communication and report-writing skills
Ability to explain behavioural concepts to families and professionals using accessible language
Ability to work independently and manage a caseload effectively
Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
Enhanced DBS certificate (or willingness to obtain one)
Strong IT skills and confidence using digital systems
Desirable Experience
Experience working with care-experienced children and young people
Experience supporting foster, adoptive, or kinship families
Experience working within schools, residential care, or social care services
Knowledge of attachment theory and developmental trauma
Experience delivering parent training or professional workshops
Experience working within multidisciplinary teams
Additional therapeutic training or qualifications (ACT, CBT, DBT, PCAP, Theraplay, Life Story Work, or related approaches)
Experience supporting children with emotional regulation, attachment, behavioural, or developmental needs
Pay: £80.00-£100.00 per hour
Benefits:
- On-site parking
Education:
- Master’s (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Registration Society of Behaviour Analysis UKBA(cert) (required)
- Driving Licence (required)
Location:
- Cardiff, Cardiff (preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Cardiff (Cardiff, Cardiff)
Title: Behaviour Analyst UKBA(cert)
Company: The Behaviour Clinic
Location: Cardiff
