Group Facilitator Volunteer

Group Facilitator Volunteer

Location: Carlisle, Cumbria

About Waythrough

Waythrough provides specialist support across mental health, alcohol, drugs and related areas. We delivery high-quality, evidence-based services designed around the real needs of the people we serve.

Every year, we support around 125,000 people through over 250 services - and it's all made possible by our 3,500 brilliant staff and volunteers.

Make a real difference in your community

Are you passionate about helping others live safer, healthier, more independent lives? Join our team at Waythrough and support people facing challenges around mental health, substance use, housing or domestic abuse. This is more than just a job – it's a chance to build meaningful relationships and create lasting change.

About The Role

We are looking for volunteers to facilitate groups within our service. Groups last approx. 2 hours and are run weekly. Do you have a skill that you would like to share with our service users? This could be Arts and crafts, music, exercise, dance or any other skill that you have.

Tasks include:

• Reporting any concerns, including safeguarding that may arise in the group.
• Work closely with the service manager to plan and evaluate sessions.
• Sharing feedback and suggesting improvements or ideas for future sessions
• Support the service manager with any tasks linked to the running of the group.

What We Offer

We value the people who make a difference every day. Alongside meaningful work, you'll enjoy:

• Discounts from various schemes
• Training and personal development
• A chance to make a real difference in people's lives
• Free induction and role-specific training
• Support from experienced staff and regular supervision
• Opportunities to meet new people and develop your confidence
• Reimbursement for travel and agreed expenses
• Valuable experience that can support your personal or career development

Inclusion and accessibility

If you need adjustments or support to apply, please email our recruitment team: recruitmentteam @waythrough.org.uk

How to apply

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Closing date:

2026-10-31