Southmead Project

Southmead Project Southmead Project provides free counselling and support for survivors of abuse and addiction across Bristol, South. Glos, N.

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1 in 5 people in your workforce may be carrying hidden trauma.Trauma from abuse affects 8.5 million people in the UK. It...
04/06/2026

1 in 5 people in your workforce may be carrying hidden trauma.

Trauma from abuse affects 8.5 million people in the UK. It's a hidden force behind burnout, anxiety and disengagement — costing UK employers up to £56 billion a year.

As trauma specialists and a registered charity based in Bristol, we've created the Trauma-Informed Workplace Pack to help your organisation build awareness and genuine psychological safety.

A small donation provides you with copies of the pack, and directly funds free counselling for survivors of abuse and addiction across Bristol and the surrounding areas. Two good things at once 🙂

Suggested Donations:

0–25 employees: £100 · 5 copies
25–100 employees: £500 · 25 copies
100+ employee: £1,000 · 50 copies

Together, we can make workplaces safer and communities stronger. Get in touch to find out more or request a sample pack. 🧩






We're seeking an experienced Head of Therapeutic Services for a 1 year fixed term to come and join our friendly, warm an...
02/06/2026

We're seeking an experienced Head of Therapeutic Services for a 1 year fixed term to come and join our friendly, warm and professional team!

They will have the overall responsibility and oversight of the charity’s therapeutic work, will manage a team of therapeutic staff and have a small caseload of one-to-one counselling clients.

The position forms an integral part of the Leadership Team, working collaboratively with the CEO and Head of Finance to develop the charity’s services.

We are an equal opportunities employer providing free specialist counselling and support for survivors of abuse across Bristol and surrounding areas. Our recruitment is done in line with safer recruitment practices. We welcome people of any race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, class, ability, language, religion and cultural background. We value the differences between people and affirm each person as an individual.

We value our team very highly and pride ourselves on being a supportive employer. We provide the following benefits to encourage a supported, well-rounded and enriched practice:

-Paid supervision for 1.5 hours per month, with an external supervisor of that person’s choice
- Line management for 1 hour per month
- Training budget of £500 per year to spend on relevant training of that person’s choice
- Employer pension contribution of 5%
- Generous annual leave allowance and paid sick leave
- Cycle to work scheme
- Optional private counselling for up to 12 sessions per year with an external counsellor of that person’s choice

All of the details can be found via the Voscur link in our bio, including how to apply.

Please feel free to share this with anyone that may be interested in the role!

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us either via phone:

01179506022 or email: [email protected]

We look forward to receiving your applications!




We're looking for a warm, caring and organised person to come and join the Active Recovery Project!The team gives adult ...
05/05/2026

We're looking for a warm, caring and organised person to come and join the Active Recovery Project!

The team gives adult survivors of abuse the opportunity to take part in community-based activities. It provides a safe and supportive space for clients to participate in a variety of group activities with others who share or understand their experience and develop peer relationships, resulting in increasing confidence and reduced isolation. The activities are based on ideas from our members and include water-based activities (such as rowing, canoeing, sailing and kayaking), surfing, trips to community spaces and creative sessions (such as arts and crafts).

Our current Practitioner has said:

“The decision to leave this role has been so difficult, the team are so lovely, caring and supportive. In the role I have got to go surfing, walk alpacas and make a bowl on a pottery wheel. Sometimes I honestly can’t believe it’s my job. I have learnt so much and got to work with some of the most wonderful and inspiring people. There are countless moments at groups that I will never ever forget - some of my most amazing moments in life have come at work and that doesn’t happen very often!”

We value our team very highly and pride ourselves on being a supportive employer. We provide generous benefits to encourage every staff member to have a supported, well-rounded and enriched working experience.

We are an equal opportunities employer. Our recruitment is done in line with safer recruitment practices. We welcome people of any race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, class, ability, language, religion and cultural background. We value the differences between people and affirm each person as an individual.

All of the details can be found via the Voscur link in our bio, including how to apply.

Please feel free to share this with anyone that may be interested in the role!

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us either via phone: 01179506022 or email: [email protected]

We look forward to receiving your applications!




We're seeking an experienced Head of Therapeutic Services for a 1 year fixed term to come and join our friendly, warm an...
30/04/2026

We're seeking an experienced Head of Therapeutic Services for a 1 year fixed term to come and join our friendly, warm and professional team!

They will have the overall responsibility and oversight of the charity’s therapeutic work, will manage a team of therapeutic staff and have a small caseload of one-to-one counselling clients.

The position forms an integral part of the Leadership Team, working collaboratively with the CEO and Head of Finance to develop the charity’s services.

We are an equal opportunities employer providing free specialist counselling and support for survivors of abuse across Bristol and surrounding areas. Our recruitment is done in line with safer recruitment practices. We welcome people of any race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, class, ability, language, religion and cultural background. We value the differences between people and affirm each person as an individual.

We value our team very highly and pride ourselves on being a supportive employer. We provide the following benefits to encourage a supported, well-rounded and enriched practice:

-Paid supervision for 1.5 hours per month, with an external supervisor of that person’s choice
- Line management for 1 hour per month
- Training budget of £500 per year to spend on relevant training of that person’s choice
- Employer pension contribution of 5%
- Generous annual leave allowance and paid sick leave
- Cycle to work scheme
- Optional private counselling for up to 12 sessions per year with an external counsellor of that person’s choice

All of the details can be found via the Voscur link in our bio, including how to apply.

Please feel free to share this with anyone that may be interested in the role!

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us either via phone: 01179506022 or email: [email protected]

We look forward to receiving your applications!




The Southmead Project is recruiting an Active Recovery Lead 🎉The Active Recovery Project gives adult survivors of abuse ...
01/04/2026

The Southmead Project is recruiting an Active Recovery Lead 🎉

The Active Recovery Project gives adult survivors of abuse the opportunity to take part in community-based activities.

Members can participate in a variety of group activities with others who share or understand their experience and develop peer relationships, resulting in increasing confidence and reduced isolation. It is a safe and supportive space for clients of the Sexual Violence Alliance organisations , and .

The activities are based on ideas from our members and include water-based activities (such as rowing, canoeing, sailing and kayaking), surfing, trips to community spaces and creative sessions (such as arts and crafts).

The Southmead Project is an equal opportunities employer providing free counselling and support for survivors of abuse and addiction across Bristol and surrounding areas. We welcome adults aged 18 and above of any race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, class, ability, language, religion and cultural background. We respect and cherish the differences between people and affirm every person as an individual. Our recruitment is done in line with safer recruitment practices.

We value our team very highly and pride ourselves on being a supportive employer. We provide the following benefits to encourage every staff member to have a supported, well-rounded and enriched working experience:

- Paid supervision for 1.5 hours per month, with an external clinical supervisor
- Line management for 1 hour per month
- Training budget of £500 per year to spend on relevant training of that person’s choice
- Optional private counselling for up to twelve sessions per year with an external counsellor of that person’s choice
- Employer pension contribution of 5%

For more about the role and to apply, follow the link in bio!

Alternatively you can email us as [email protected], requesting the application forms and we will send them out!

We look forward to hearing from you 🧡





The Southmead Project is recruiting and Active Recovery Lead 🎉The Active Recovery Project gives adult survivors of abuse...
16/02/2026

The Southmead Project is recruiting and Active Recovery Lead 🎉

The Active Recovery Project gives adult survivors of abuse the opportunity to take part in community-based activities.

Members can participate in a variety of group activities with others who share or understand their experience and develop peer relationships, resulting in increasing confidence and reduced isolation. It is a safe and supportive space for clients of the Sexual Violence Alliance organisations (Southmead Project The Bridge SARC Womankind - Bristol Women's Therapy Centre and SARSASupport.

The activities are based on ideas from our members and include water-based activities (such as rowing, canoeing, sailing and kayaking), surfing, trips to community spaces and creative sessions (such as arts and crafts).

The Southmead Project is an equal opportunities employer providing free counselling and support for survivors of abuse and addiction across Bristol and surrounding areas. We welcome adults aged 18 and above of any race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, class, ability, language, religion and cultural background. We respect and cherish the differences between people and affirm every person as an individual. Our recruitment is done in line with safer recruitment practices.

We value our team very highly and pride ourselves on being a supportive employer. We provide the following benefits to encourage every staff member to have a supported, well-rounded and enriched working experience:

- Paid supervision for 1.5 hours per month, with an external clinical supervisor
- Line management for 1 hour per month
- Training budget of £500 per year to spend on relevant training of that person’s choice
- Optional private counselling for up to twelve sessions per year with an external counsellor of that person’s choice
- Employer pension contribution of 5%

For more about the role and to apply, follow the link in bio!

We look forward to hearing from you 🧡





We provide unique support for survivors of abuse and trauma who currently have an addiction to drugs and/or alcohol. We ...
13/02/2026

We provide unique support for survivors of abuse and trauma who currently have an addiction to drugs and/or alcohol. We offer 12 free sessions of one-to-one counselling which can be done in person or online.

We understand that survivors of abuse will often use drugs or alcohol to help them deal with their trauma symptoms. Sometimes it can feel like the only way to cope with life is by drinking or using substances. When these are taken away it can be a struggle to deal with emotions and feelings.

Our Nexus Counselling focuses on becoming more stable and reducing someone's alcohol or drug intake. It also provides support and practical strategies to help deal with anxiety, depression and flashbacks and will help someone to better understand post-traumatic stress disorder symptoms and related mental health difficulties.

If you are interested in Nexus counselling, please ask your drug and alcohol worker to refer you via the referral form on our website (🔗link in bio).

Once it has been completed, you will be placed on our waiting list. When you reach the top, we will invite you for an initial appointment with a Nexus counsellor. If the service is appropriate, counselling will take place after this🧡





Here is a little feedback from some of our clients in relation to our long term counselling service 🧡Our waiting list i...
09/02/2026

Here is a little feedback from some of our clients in relation to our long term counselling service 🧡

Our waiting list is currently closed to new referrals. We are very sorry for the impact and the disappointment this may cause. We are working hard to ensure we work through the list as quickly as possible, whilst still providing a quality service.

Once we know more details on when our long term counselling service will be re-opening, we will post the details here, and on our website.

Thank you for your patience and understanding while we do our best to work through the waiting list, it is really appreciated 🧡





Our Family Group is for anyone that supports someone with an addiction to drugs or alcohol or anyone being affected by s...
02/02/2026

Our Family Group is for anyone that supports someone with an addiction to drugs or alcohol or anyone being affected by someone else’s addiction.

It is free and confidential and provides a safe and non-judgemental environment with others in a similar situation.

The group runs as a 'drop-in' group where you can attend as many or as few sessions as you wish.

It takes place on Wednesdays from 7.00pm to 9.00pm in our Southmead office;

📍165 Greystoke Avenue, Southmead, Bristol, BS10 6AS

If you'd like to come along, please see the🔗 in our bio for more information 🧡





Better late than never, we are proud to share our annual report for 2024- 2025!Over the course of the year, we are proud...
29/01/2026

Better late than never, we are proud to share our annual report for 2024- 2025!

Over the course of the year, we are proud to say we have;

- Delivered 2728 counselling sessions
- 208 clients have received counselling
- 85% of clients who have received counselling have shown a reduction in their trauma symptoms.
- Our Active Recovery members have been held across 44 activities.
- 17 people have received support through our Family Support Group.

We would like to say a huge thank you for the continued support we receive, without it we wouldn't be able to deliver the vital services we do 🧡

To take a closer look at the full report, please see the 🔗 in our bio!





Address

165 Greystoke Avenue, Southmead
Bristol
BS106AS

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+441179506022

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