PBS4

31/03/2026

Due to the growing interest in our PBS4 survey, we’re pleased to announce that the deadline has been extended to 13 April 2026!

We’ve already received over 300 responses, and it’s fantastic to see so many of you sharing your views; thank you for your engagement and support!

If you haven’t taken part yet, there’s still time to have your say on what the future of learning disability nursing should look like.

We encourage all Registered Nurses in Learning Disabilities (RNLDs), student nurses, and anyone with an interest in the field to get involved. Please also share this with colleagues and networks - wider feedback is very welcome.

👉 Complete the survey: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=-F23Z3YtL0G8pl_3tejz4gjZ9p8ejSlHhO_hnDxzYLxUMTVMSzdZVlBSOVI2T0pMVVVURzBONjgzRC4u&route=shorturl (Link in Bio)

27/03/2026

Earlier this month some of the people we support and their teams came to together to celebrate the Hindu Festival of Colour✨🌈

Check out some of the photos of their colourful afternoon!

26/03/2026

With only four weeks to go until the TCS London Marathon, Jonathan has been training hard!

Over the past few weeks he has completed his 250th and participated in the Eastleigh 10k and Bath Half Marathon. 🏃‍♂️

A massive thank you to everyone who has shown their support so far, and if you still would like to donate to Jonathan's Team Mencap fundraiser, then you can use the link below 💜:
https://2026tcslondonmarathon.enthuse.com/pf/jonathan-beebee?fbclid=IwQ0xDSwLwlW9leHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHvVcUfCKEtfjmaUFWz-estEYZuUIDNCXsx5vwkJav0TSOSQaSO67B5cmCZ_8_aem_vwLttG5ozkzw5RMT3eEyjg

25/03/2026

Just a reminder that we’re hosting a recruitment drop-in session at our Isle of Wight office next Tuesday (31st March)!

This is a great chance to chat with our team and learn more about the exciting opportunities we have available.

If you have a background in social care, we’d love to hear from you; pop in and speak with us anytime between 12pm and 6pm.

Address:
Innovation Centre
St Cross Business Park
Newport
PO30 5WB

Find out more using the link below!
https://lnkd.in/eqkBX9fQ

📢 You're Invited to Our Recruitment Drop-in!

Join us on Tuesday 31st March at our Isle of Wight Office for a chat and a cup of coffee ☕

This is a great opportunity to learn more about our exciting career opportunities and meet the team.

Whether you're a support worker looking for a new challenge, or you know someone who would be a perfect fit, we’d love to see you! You can book by calling 07595 945 991 or pop along on the day!

🕛 Drop-in Times:
12pm – 6pm

📍Address:
Innovation Centre
St Cross Business Park
Newport
PO30 5WB

Come along, ask questions, and discover how you can make a difference. We look forward to meeting you!

21/03/2026

Happy World Down Syndrome Day!💜

We stand proud in our support of people with Down Syndrome and are passionate about smashing stigmas to create a world that's inclusive for everyone!

Join us in celebrating by taking part in their campaign and sport your craziest socks to raise awareness!

20/03/2026

Eid Mubarak to everyone who is celebrating✨🌙

We hope your day is filled with love and happiness!💜

19/03/2026

Earlier this month Jonathan attended Mencap’s ‘Homes Not Hospitals’ Exhibit in London.

Jonathan reflected on the day saying ‘It was a privilege to attend the launch of the Mencap Homes Not Hospitals campaign. Great to meet some of the families who have been involved in putting the exhibition together!’

You can use the link below to read more about their campaign:
https://www.mencap.org.uk/get-involved/campaign-mencap/transforming-care-homes-not-hospitals

16/03/2026

📢 You're Invited to Our Recruitment Drop-in!

Join us on Tuesday 31st March at our Isle of Wight Office for a chat and a cup of coffee ☕

This is a great opportunity to learn more about our exciting career opportunities and meet the team.

Whether you're a support worker looking for a new challenge, or you know someone who would be a perfect fit, we’d love to see you! You can book by calling 07595 945 991 or pop along on the day!

🕛 Drop-in Times:
12pm – 6pm

📍Address:
Innovation Centre
St Cross Business Park
Newport
PO30 5WB

Come along, ask questions, and discover how you can make a difference. We look forward to meeting you!

15/03/2026

Happy Mothering Sunday! 💗🌸

Today we celebrate all the mums, care givers, guardians and mother figures for their love, care, and the incredible strength they bring to their families every single day. We honour them as fierce advocates, caregivers, and devoted parents whose dedication makes a real difference in the lives of their loved ones.

We celebrate you today and every day 💐✨

13/03/2026

The countdown is on for the London Marathon in April! 🏃‍♂️

As part of his ongoing training, Jonathan took part in the Solent Half Marathon on Sunday morning. With under 7 weeks to go until the big day, the focus is now firmly on the final stretch of preparation.

If you’d like to support Jonathan and help raise funds for Mencap, you can donate to his fundraiser using the link below:

https://2026tcslondonmarathon.enthuse.com/pf/jonathan-beebee?fbclid=IwQ0xDSwLwlW9leHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHvVcUfCKEtfjmaUFWz-estEYZuUIDNCXsx5vwkJav0TSOSQaSO67B5cmCZ_8_aem_vwLttG5ozkzw5RMT3eEyjg
Every donation goes towards helping people with learning disabilities across the uk to live fulfilled lives. 💜

08/03/2026

Happy International Women’s Day 🚺✨

We want to give a shout out to the amazing ladies we support, as well as the brilliant women across our teams!

We celebrate you today and everyday💜

07/03/2026

The new Every Child Achieving and Thriving White Paper includes some welcome proposals; particularly a stronger focus on early intervention and providing support without needing a formal diagnosis.

However, it also raises important concerns.

Limiting EHCPs to only the “most complex” cases, without defining what that means, risks some children falling through the gaps. Without clear criteria, how do we make sure the children who need support receive it; without turning it into a competition over who is “most disabled”? The vital contribution of learning disability nurses is also noticeably absent.

At PBS4, we have increasingly shifted toward using the term “Neurodisability Support.” The label “learning disability” continues to be misunderstood and too often doesn’t secure the support that people and families need. “Neurodisability Support” better reflects the full range of neurological and physical needs we see every day.

But an important question remains:
If diagnosis becomes less central to accessing support, how will children with complex needs be identified and supported?

The government consultation on these proposals is a key opportunity to shape what happens next. We want your voices; families, professionals, and people with lived experience, to be part of that conversation.

Please email us your views at hello@pbs4.org.uk so we can ensure they help inform our response to the consultation.