About Beyond Reflections
Beyond Reflections is a charity supporting the mental wellbeing of trans and gender-questioning adults, as well as their families, partners and friends.
We create safe, inclusive spaces where people can access support, connection and community. Our work is built on compassion, inclusion and a belief in the importance of people being able to access support from others with shared experiences.
The Role
We are looking for an experienced and passionate Groups Lead to take responsibility for the development, coordination and quality of our peer support and social group provision.
This is an exciting opportunity to shape and grow an important part of our service. You will work closely with the Volunteer Coordinator and Member Support Lead to develop new groups, support and train volunteer facilitators, ensure consistent quality across our groups, and help shape the future direction of our peer support offer.
The role combines service development, facilitation expertise, volunteer support and quality improvement. You will help ensure our groups remain welcoming, effective and sustainable spaces where people can connect, share experiences and build community.
Key Responsibilities
You will:
- Develop and support the growth of Beyond Reflections’ online and in-person peer support groups.
- Identify opportunities for new groups and help bring them from concept to delivery.
- Visit potential venues and build relationships with local community partners.
- Support, train and develop volunteer group facilitators.
- Coordinate volunteer facilitator allocations across groups.
- Observe groups and provide feedback to support quality and consistency.
- Support volunteers to manage group dynamics, maintain boundaries and respond appropriately to different situations.
- Ensure groups operate safely and in line with Beyond Reflections’ values, policies and safeguarding framework.
- Monitor group activity, gather feedback and contribute to ongoing service improvement.
- Maintain group-related administration and reporting.
About You
You will have experience facilitating emotionally sensitive peer support, wellbeing or community groups and be confident creating safe and inclusive spaces for people with a range of experiences and needs.
You will have:
- Experience facilitating groups involving adults with diverse needs.
- Experience supporting people who may experience poor mental health, neurodivergence, social isolation or other challenges.
- Experience training, mentoring or supporting others.
- The ability to manage group dynamics and emotionally sensitive conversations while maintaining appropriate boundaries.
- An understanding of safeguarding principles and when concerns should be escalated.
- Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage your own workload.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships.
- A proactive approach and the ability to work independently.
Knowledge and understanding of the experiences of trans and gender-questioning people would be highly valued.
Working Arrangements
This is a 16-hour per week hybrid role, based in Southampton, with regular travel across Southampton, Hampshire and surrounding areas.
Working hours will be discussed at interview, however availability on Mondays from 10am–2pm is necessary. Flexibility is required to support some evening group sessions, as most of our groups take place outside standard working hours.
What We Offer
- The opportunity to make a meaningful difference within a growing charity.
- A supportive and values-led working environment.
- Flexible hybrid working.
- The opportunity to shape and develop an important area of our service.
How to Apply
To apply, please send your CV and a supporting statement explaining how your experience and skills meet the requirements of this role.
Please include examples of your experience in:
- facilitating groups and creating safe, inclusive spaces;
- supporting and developing volunteers or facilitators;
- managing group dynamics and maintaining appropriate boundaries.
The deadline for applications is 31st August 2026. Interviews will be held in early September, with a proposed start date of 1st October for the successful candidate.
Beyond Reflections is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We particularly welcome applications from people with lived experience relevant to the communities we support.
Benefits:
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Southampton SO15 1GX
