Job Description

Job Title:

Wellbeing Coordinator (Group Facilitator) - Activities Groups Programme

Immediate Supervisor:

Community Development & Outreach Deputy Manager

Hours of Duty:

Location:

Staff benefits:

Fixed Term Contract

35 hours per week with some evening work

1 x 35 hours role

2 x 17.5 hours role

Heywood, Middleton, and Rochdale localities.

FTE Salary 23,965

35 hours = 23965

17.5 hrs = 11984.70

End March 2026

25 Days Annual Leave, rising with extended service to 32 days per year, plus statutory bank holidays pro rata

Within reason, we offer Hybrid and Flexible working arrangements to help balance work and personal commitments.

We offer ongoing training and development opportunities

We are committed to providing wellbeing opportunities in support of staff, including an Employee Assistance Programme.

All service delivery will model the belief that we all have the potential to make positive change and to lead meaningful and purposeful lives.

All staff will contribute to the ongoing development of an ambitious and inspirational culture and provide hope, empowerment and choices that support individuals to thrive and reach their full potential

To support this, we embrace our values of:

Open -

We reach out to anyone who needs us.

Together -

We are stronger in partnerships.

Responsive -

We listen, we act.

Independent -

We speak out fearlessly.

Unstoppable -

We never give up

Summary of Main Duties and Objectives of the Job:

The Wellbeing Coordinator (Groups Facilitator) will be responsible for the coordination and delivery of group activities that promote social interaction and mental well-being across the Pennines, Middleton, Rochdale, and Heywood areas. This role involves developing and facilitating a diverse programme of group sessions, working collaboratively with stakeholders including RDM staff, individuals with lived experience, and community partners. The postholder will also provide individual keyworker support and explore innovative ways to increase accessibility, including the feasibility of online group work.

Responsibilities:

Develop, coordinate and maintain a regular schedule of group activities that promote mental health, wellbeing and social inclusion

Facilitate inclusive and engaging group sessions tailored to the needs of participants

Explore and pilot online group sessions to improve accessibility for those facing barriers such as travel or childcare

Work closely with volunteers and the Volunteer Coordinator to support the delivery of group and one-to-one wellbeing activities

Provide one-to-one keyworker support to a caseload of group participants, helping them to identify and achieve personal wellbeing goals

Guide individuals in developing their own wellbeing plans and using outcome tools to track progress

Signpost participants to appropriate move-on opportunities, including volunteering, training and employment

Manage and regularly review individual progress, maintaining a person-centred approach

Liaise with colleagues and external partners to ensure a joined-up, wraparound support offer

Maintain accurate and confidential records of attendance, feedback and outcomes in line with organisational and funder requirements

Contribute to service reports and evaluations to demonstrate impact and inform future development

Build and maintain strong relationships with service users, internal teams and community partners

Involve people with lived experience in the planning, delivery and evaluation of group activities

Support the promotion and engagement of colleagues in the Diversity & Wellbeing programme

Ensure compliance with Rochdale and District Mind's policies, procedures and statutory requirements

Take responsibility for personal health and safety and contribute to a safe environment for service users

Participate in team meetings, forums, supervision and staff development activities

Undertake training and continuous professional development as required

Support the organisation's commitment to service user involvement and feedback

Carry out any other duties appropriate to the role, as agreed with the CEO or line manager

General principles for all Mind staff:

1. To promote the empowerment of people who experience mental health and emotional wellbeing issues and to help them speak out.

2. To support the active participation of mental health and emotional wellbeing service users in the services they receive.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: 23,965.00 per year

Expected hours: 35 per week

Work Location: In person