START

START is a Salford based mental health charity that uses creativity, connection and recovery interventions to help improve people's lives.

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START are looking for an experienced, proactive and highly organised Operations Manager to join our Senior Leadership Team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of START.
For an application pack, email [email protected]

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During a heatwave, keep cool and hydrated. Drink plenty of water, avoid strenuous activity during the hottest part of the day, stay in the shade or a cool room, and check in on others who may be more vulnerable to the heat.

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Even the greatest artists learned by studying and copying the work of others. It's not about imitation—it's about developing skills, building confidence, and finding your own style. Every masterpiece begins with learning, and every creative step supports positive mental wellbeing

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World Suicide Prevention Day Vigil
10th September 2026, 6pm-730pm
CALL OUT FOR VOLUNTEERS
if you would like to help at this important event please email [email protected] for further details.

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A wide selection of colours can feel overwhelming at first—but it's also full of possibility. Choosing colours, experimenting, and letting go of perfection can reduce stress, build confidence, and encourage mindful creativity. Sometimes the first colour is all it takes.

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Never underestimate the power of a doodle. Letting your pen wander can quiet a busy mind, reduce stress, improve focus, and unlock creativity. There are no rules, no mistakes—just the freedom to create, one line at a time.

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World Suicide Prevention Day Vigil
10th September 2026, 6pm-730pm
CALL OUT FOR VOLUNTEERS
if you would like to help at this important event please email [email protected] for further details.

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Nature is full of inspiration—from flowers or forests to coastlines or birds. Painting the world around us encourages mindfulness, reduces stress, & helps us reconnect with the present moment. Sometimes the greatest masterpiece for our wellbeing is simply taking time to notice.

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Printmaking invites us to slow down, experiment, and embrace the creative process. Each layer, texture, and impression encourages focus, patience, and self-expression. Taking time to create can reduce stress, boost confidence, and support positive mental wellbeing.

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Recovery Worker, Salford at START (Salford Neighbourhood Mental Health Service & Listening Lounge)
Full-time 37.5 hrs/wk (Mon- Fri)
£28,547 p/a permanent
5% employer contribution pension
Annual Leave: 28 days + statutory hols
email [email protected]

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Mosaic making supports the Five Ways to Wellbeing. It helps us Take Notice of detail, Keep Learning new skills, Be Active with our hands, Connect by creating with others, and Give by sharing our creativity. One small piece at a time, wellbeing grows.

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World Suicide Prevention Day Vigil
10th September 2026, 6pm-730pm
CALL OUT FOR VOLUNTEERS
if you would like to help at this important event please email [email protected] for further details.

[START @STARTinspminds]

Mosaic making supports the Five Ways to Wellbeing. It helps us Take Notice of detail, Keep Learning new skills, Be Active with our hands, Connect by creating with others, and Give by sharing our creativity. One small piece at a time, wellbeing grows.

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This International Day of Friendship, celebrate the connections that help us thrive. Friendship reflects the Five Ways to Wellbeing—we Connect, Be Active, Take Notice, Keep Learning, and Give through kindness and support. Together, we’re stronger.

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Painting supports the Five Ways to Wellbeing. It helps us Take Notice of colour and light, Keep Learning new techniques, Be Active through creative expression, Connect with others, and Give by sharing our artwork. Every brushstroke is a step towards better wellbeing.

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You can do mosaic work at home. Like a mosaic, our wellbeing is built one piece at a time. Add the comfort of a purring cat or a wagging dog, and those small moments of connection can help reduce stress, lift our mood, and remind us that every piece—and every paw—matters.

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In pottery, no clay is wasted. We reclaim, reshape, and give it a new purpose. Our own lives can be the same. With time, care, and support, we can learn, grow, and reinvent ourselves. Every new beginning is full of possibility—and that's good for our mental wellbeing.

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World Suicide Prevention Day Vigil
10th September 2026, 6pm-730pm
CALL OUT FOR VOLUNTEERS
if you would like to help at this important event please email [email protected] for further details.

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From graceful seahorses to colourful coral reefs, the sea offers endless inspiration for creativity. Exploring marine life through art encourages mindfulness, sparks imagination, and reminds us of the calming connection between nature, creativity, and positive mental wellbeing.

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Shading teaches us that not everything is black and white. As we learn to see light, shadow, and subtle detail in a drawing, we also practise noticing nuance and different perspectives—supporting mindfulness, creativity, and emotional wellbeing.