Group Coordinator (Reach)

The Cellar Trust; Bradford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Cellar Trust is seeking a Group Coordinator to lead and oversee volunteering opportunities, peer support activities and groups for people with severe mental health needs across Bradford District.

You will manage a small caseload, coordinate sessions, and collaborate with internal and external services to provide wraparound support and promote self-care within the community.

Qualifications

• Good general education, with qualifications equivalent to 5 or more GCSEs, or significant equivalent experience.
• Understanding of MyMUP or similar systems.
• Knowledge of peer support within mental health services.
• Experience in community development or group facilitation.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate and deliver one-off taster sessions and short-term groups.
• Support people to identify interests and goals, including volunteering opportunities.
• Help people access volunteering opportunities and feel prepared to participate.
• Use motivational approaches to develop personal plans for health and wellbeing.
• Provide practical support to overcome barriers to joining groups or activities.
• Develop partnerships with stakeholders to access community groups and volunteering opportunities.
• Work in a multi-disciplinary team to ensure wraparound support.

Skills

Communication

Group facilitation

Risk assessment

IT skills

Caseload management

Networking

Time management

Education

GCSEs or equivalent

Tools

Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

LOCATION: CMHT / community-based across Bradford District

GRADE / SALARY: D1 £27,294.18 FTE per annum

HOURS: 37.5 hours per week

Purpose of the Job:

The Group Coordinator will lead and oversee the development, brokerage and facilitation of volunteering opportunities, peer support activities and groups for people who have severe and enduring mental health needs. The role will support individuals to rebuild confidence, develop meaningful social connections and take part in activities within their local community. The post holder will hold a small caseload.

Main Duties:

• Plan, coordinate and deliver one-off taster sessions, short-term groups and peer support activities that are safe, inclusive and accessible.
• Support people to identify their interests, strengths and goals, including exploring volunteering where this is appropriate and meaningful for them.
• Work alongside colleagues, to help people access suitable volunteering opportunities and feel prepared to take part.
• Use motivational and behaviour change approaches to help individuals recognise their strengths and develop achievable personal plans that support improved health, wellbeing and community involvement.
• Provide practical support and encouragement to help people overcome barriers to joining groups, community activities or volunteering opportunities.
• Work with internal and external services to identify suitable community-based provision, volunteering pathways and onward referral options where needed.
• Develop effective partnerships with stakeholders to support access to community groups, peer support activities and appropriate volunteering opportunities.
• Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to ensure people receive co-ordinated, wraparound support that responds to multiple needs.
• Use local and national health messaging materials to promote ongoing self-care.
• Follow Cellar Trust policies and procedures, including safeguarding, data protection, confidentiality, equality and diversity.
• Complete risk assessments for group sessions, volunteers and community-based activities, taking steps to reduce potential risks for participants, volunteers and other stakeholders.
• Carry out other appropriate tasks as required to support the aims and objectives of the organisation.

Monitoring and Evaluation

• Collect, collate and maintain referral, intervention and outcome data using relevant systems, including MyMUP and Excel.
• Work with wider Reach colleagues to prepare reports and case studies to support monitoring and evaluation of the service.

Personal Development

• Actively participate in supervision with the Reach team lead.
• Contribute to internal team meetings and partner meetings as required.
• Undertake mandatory and role-specific training, alongside other development opportunities, to maintain and enhance skills and knowledge.

Values and Behaviours:

• Promote a respectful culture and actively challenge discrimination and stigma.
• Demonstrate a consistent belief in people and support positive change.
• Show passion for the work.
• Be committed to doing things well and identifying opportunities for improvement.
• Model excellent partnership working and positive team working.

Person Specification

Listed below are the knowledge, experience skills and values you’ll need to do this job, we will assess these through your application or through tests or interviews after shortlisting.

Knowledge

• Good general education, with qualifications equivalent to 5 or more GCSEs, or significant equivalent experience
• Knowledge of the role of peer support within mental health services
• Understanding of the impact of stigma and discrimination in relation to mental health
• Knowledge of local volunteering, community and peer support opportunities
• Knowledge of adult safeguarding procedures
• Understanding of MyMUP or similar systems

Method

• At least 2 years' experience in a community development, group facilitation, health development, mental health setting or similar role

Experience

• Experience of engaging and supporting people to improve health, wellbeing and recovery outcomes
• Experience of planning, co-ordinating and facilitating community-based groups or activities and providing one-off taster sessions or training
• Experience of supporting people to build confidence, develop social connections and take part in community activities
• Experience of helping people identify strengths and interests, including supporting access to volunteering opportunities where appropriate
• Experience of working with volunteers, peer supporters or community partners
• Experience of supporting people with mental health difficulties, including severe and enduring mental health needs
• Experience of delivering training or group sessions

Skills

• Ability to communicate sensitively and effectively at a range of levels
• Ability to plan, deliver and evaluate group activities
• Ability to support people to access community activities and volunteering opportunities in a structured and person-centred way
• Ability to assess and respond to risk in different community settings, including group activities and volunteering-related activity
• Competent IT skills, including Word, Excel and Outlook
• Ability to manage a small caseload and workload effectively
• Ability to build networks and work across a range of settings, agencies and organisations
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to travel around the area in line with work requirements
• Flexible approach to working hours, including occasional evenings and weekends

Values

• A firm belief that all people matter and deserve respect
• An evidenced belief that everyone can change
• A track record of delivering on your commitments
• A personal commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion

The closing date for this role is Thursday 10 September 2026 . Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend an assessment morning on Thursday 17 September 2026