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New Flexible Role Launched at Green Light

New Flexible Role Launched at Green Light

“Join us and empower people to achieve a lifestyle they’re proud of” We’re building our team of Relief Support Workers to become a valued source of flexible support for our teams and the people we support.  The Relief Support Worker role is a flexible way of joining Green Light for those who have other commitments […]

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16th August 2022

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Green Light becomes a Bild ACT certified training provider

Green Light becomes a Bild ACT certified training provider

Kerry Gardiner, Registered Manager and Physical Intervention Trainer and Jo Pyrah, Green Light’s Managing Director today celebrated becoming a Bild Association of Certified Training [Bild ACT]  Certified Training Provider, having demonstrated training complies with the Restraint Reduction Network Training Standards.  Kerry led Green Light’s application to become certified, presenting training to be carefully scrutinised by […]

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5th August 2022

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Climbing Scafell Pike

Climbing Scafell Pike

In Summer 2019, after a lot of training with his team, Hugo climbed to the summit of Mount Snowdon with Beccy Melling and Ashley Crocker.  After this amazing achievement, Hugo set himself another goal; to climb Scafell Pike in the Lake District, Cumbria, the second of the three peak challenge. Scafell Pike is the highest […]

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25th July 2022

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Behaviour Technician Role Introduced at Green Light PBS Ltd.

Behaviour Technician Role Introduced at Green Light PBS Ltd.

  I am delighted to announce the introduction of a new role to Green Light called the Behaviour Technician.  Although the role already exists in some other countries, it is rarely seen in the UK, outside of some very innovative often-outstanding-rated special schools.  I am very proud that Green Light is (probably) the first adult […]

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6th June 2022

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Why I’m still using the term challenging behaviour

Why I’m still using the term challenging behaviour

I was interested to read a recent LinkedIn post by Rachael Dodgson, CEO of care provider Dimensions about her moving away from using the term challenging behaviour.  Rachael says: “Dimensions now talks about behaviours of distress rather than challenging behaviours, for example. It’s a critical change, a way of emphasising the cause of the behaviour […]

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29th April 2022

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Outstanding Employer of the Year 2022!

Outstanding Employer of the Year 2022!

We are delighted to have been recognised as Outstanding Employer of the Year an award given to an organisation that shows commitment to delivering high quality care, while engaging staff and creating a caring culture.  The award was given at the Cornwall and Isles of Scilly Care and Support Awards held at Tregenna Castle in […]

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9th April 2022

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What makes a great support worker? – a guest blog by Leanne Thomas

What makes a great support worker? – a guest blog by Leanne Thomas

What makes a great support worker and other Frequently Asked Questions   Leanne Thomas is an Operations Manager who joined Green Light as  a Support Worker on one of Green Light’s first inductions in 2011.  Working in a young growing company provided Leanne with the opportunity to gain valuable experience of working with teams to create […]

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24th March 2022

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Why we joined the field – behaviour analysts share their journeys so far…

Why we joined the field – behaviour analysts share their journeys so far…

Originally posted to coincide with World Behavior Analysis Day March 20th 2022 Name: Ioanna Konstantinidou Role: Senior Behaviour Analyst How did I get into the field of ABA: During my undergraduate degree in special education in Greece I attended a lecture on ABA, which I found very interesting. I then attended a workshop led by […]

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20th March 2022

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Seven Dimensions of Understanding Behaviour  – A Guest Blog for World Behavior Analysis Day 2022 by Chloe Brindley

Seven Dimensions of Understanding Behaviour – A Guest Blog for World Behavior Analysis Day 2022 by Chloe Brindley

Chloe Brindley is a behaviour analyst registered with the UK Society for Behaviour Analysis working as part of Green Light’s Positive Behaviour Support Team.  As natural scientists, behaviour analysts are trained to set aside the prejudices we tend to adopt, and view behaviour objectively.  When behaviour analysts talk to us about behaviour, they don’t just […]

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20th March 2022

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Autism Support Cornwall 2025: The Essential Guide for Families

Autism Support Cornwall 2025: The Essential Guide for Families

Navigating adult social care can be overwhelming. To help clarify the process, our CEO Jo Pyrah answers frequently asked questions about learning disability and autism support Cornwall families can rely on. Whether you are a social worker or a family member, this guide covers everything from referrals to residential care options. Table of Contents: Who […]

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11th March 2022

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