Suicide Bereavement Facilitator
Charity Overview
Norfolk and Waveney Mind is a local mental health charity dedicated to providing essential support and services to individuals affected by mental ill health. Our mission is to raise awareness, challenge stigma, and deliver tailored mental health services that meet the needs of our community.
Post 1: (Norwich area)
Hours: Full Time 37.5 hours per week
Work Pattern: Monday – Friday 9:00AM – 5:00PM
Location: This is a Hybrid role where you will work remotely from home, in the community covering the Norwich area. Sale Road - NR7 9TP will be your base for mileage expenses.
Post 2: (North Norfolk area)
Hours: Part Time 22.5 hours per week
Work Pattern: 3 days per week, Wednesday as a core day to align with team meetings
Location: This is a Hybrid role where you will work remotely from home, in the community covering the North Norfolk area. REST Aylsham - NR11 6LW will be your base for mileage expenses.
*Due to the nature of the role a driver licence and access to a vehicle is essential for the role, mileage is paid at 45p per mile for cars after your home to work base mileage is deducted.
Starting Salary: £26,292 per annum, rising to £27,835 after 6-month probation. Salary will be pro rata for part time hours.
The Role
We are recruiting a compassionate and dedicated individual to join our Suicide Bereavement Service as a Suicide Bereavement Facilitator. This vital role has been created in response to the significant need for immediate support for those bereaved by suicide in Norfolk and Waveney.
You will be responsible for reaching out to individuals within 2 working days of a referral and providing them with emotional and practical support as they navigate the complexities of grief following a suicide. The service is available to anyone who has experienced a suicide loss within 3 months of bereavement or before the inquest is held.
In addition to one-on-one support, you will facilitate suicide bereavement groups, using an industry-leading framework developed by our service to help those affected by suicide share experiences, find solidarity, and begin their healing journey.
Skills and Experience:
A compassionate and empathetic approach to supporting individuals
Experience in facilitating group support or therapeutic sessions (desirable)
Strong communication skills and the ability to build trust quickly
Knowledge of grief, bereavement, and suicide-related trauma (desirable)
A proactive, solution-focused approach to service delivery
If you are looking for a role where you can truly make a difference and help individuals through one of the most difficult experiences of their lives, this could be the opportunity for you.
For a informal chat before applying please contact: Lauren - lauren.clark@norfolkandwaveneymind.org.uk / 07596 865188 OR Jay - jay.harrison@norfolkandwaveneymind.org.uk / 07596868935
Closing Date: Sunday 31st August
Interview Dates: face to face interviews, 4th & 5th September
How to Apply
*Candidates will be redirected to the NWM website to apply online
Norfolk and Waveney Minds Equity Statement
We welcome applications from people from all ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, socio-economic classes, religions and disabilities. We also value and actively encourage applications from those with lived experience of mental health, recognising that your personal journey can bring unique insight and empathy that helps others feel heard, supported, and valued. At Norfolk and Waveney Mind, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone passionate about mental health feels respected, valued, and supported.
Safeguarding Statement
Norfolk and Waveney Mind is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Employment is subject to a satisfactory DBS check as well as other safeguarding checks.
** When applying for the role, you must demonstrate that you meet the shortlisting criteria.
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Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Pay: From £26,292.00 per year
Expected hours: 22.5 per week
Benefits:
- Company pension
- On-site parking
- Store discount
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: NWM/591