Thrive Group Wales

08/01/2026

SAVE THE DATE | High Sheriff’s Civic Ball – 7 March 2026

To the people of West Glamorgan and fans ,

As my year as High Sheriff draws towards its close, I invite you to join me for what will be one of my final civic events: an evening that brings our community together around what truly matters.

On Saturday 7 March 2026, the eve of International Women’s Day, I will be hosting the High Sheriff’s Civic Ball at Brangwyn Hall, Swansea, in aid of Thrive Domestic Abuse Services

This is more than a ball.
It is a statement.

A statement that women are worth .
That families are worth .
That children deserve to grow up safe, free from fear and violence.
And that domestic abuse has no place in the future of our communities.

Throughout this year, I have met extraordinary people: those working quietly on the frontline, those leading with integrity, those offering kindness when it is needed most.

This evening is for all of you and for those I have not yet had the privilege to meet.

Inspired by the principles of respect, accountability and togetherness, this civic ball is open to women and men, couples and friends (18+).

Because lasting change only happens when we stand side by side, refuse to be bystanders and choose to act.

There will be dignitaries, wonderful entertainment, good food, dancing and above all, a shared purpose.

📅 Please take a moment now to open your diary and save the date:
Saturday 7 March 2026 – evening
📍 Brangwyn Hall, Swansea

Then do one more thing:
📞 Call a friend/share the details.
💬 Speak to your partner/plan.
👥 Bring a table together/join in.

Let this be a night where our community shows up visibly, proudly and with intention.

🎟 Tickets and full details will follow.
For now, I ask you simply to be there.

Because when we gather with purpose, we don’t just mark an occasion
we shape the future.

With gratitude and resolve,

Diana Stroia
High Sheriff of West Glamorgan 2025–2026

25/12/2025

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from all of us at Thrive Group Wales! 🎄

We’re incredibly grateful to our amazing contractors for their partnership this year, including Morgan Sindall, Kier, Andrew Scott, Helix 21 Hacer Developments Ltd., Heidelberg Materials and Breedon Gilfach Quarry. Your support has been invaluable!

Here’s to a wonderful 2026 filled with continued collaboration and success. Thank you for being part of our journey!

03/12/2025

We are proud to announce that we have been awarded the Social Enterprise Award at Morgan Sindall Construction's National Supply Chain Awards!

We are incredibly proud of our team for their continuous hard work and commitment 👏

05/11/2025

It was a pleasure to attend the Procurex event yesterday at Cardiff's Utilita Arena.

We were incredibly grateful for the opportunity to showcase our fantastic social enterprise and to connect with so many like-minded organisations and individuals who share our passion for making a positive impact.

29/10/2025

There’s still time to volunteer!

We’re looking for friendly, empathetic people in Neath Port Talbot to help with weekly befriending calls and community coffee mornings, supporting older people, unpaid carers and those with disabilities.

Just a few hours a week can make a HUGE difference 💛
Interested? Get in touch today!

📧 [email protected]
☎️ 07377 115120

We are currently seeking warm, reliable and compassionate volunteers to join our new project, which supports older people, unpaid carers and individuals with disabilities across Neath Port Talbot.

Weekly Befriending Calls:
You'll make weekly phone check-ins to offer a listening ear, emotional support and help signpost people to local services when needed. Our central team will coordinate all calls, but you'll be supporting people living in your local area, ensuring no one feels forgotten or alone.

Weekly Community Coffee Mornings:
We're also teaming up with our sister organisation Thrive Domestic Abuse Services to run friendly, face-to-face coffee mornings. As a volunteer, you will help create a welcoming space where people can chat, connect and access advice from visiting partners on things like benefits, debt and housing.

We're looking for someone who:
- Has great communication and listening skills
- Is friendly and empathetic
- Comfortable with speaking to people from various walks of life
- Able to commit to a few hours per week
- Based in Neath Port Talbot or the surrounding areas in South Wales

If you would like to learn more about this exciting opportunity and to be part of this essential local enterprise, please contact:

Yvette Stallard | [email protected] | 07377 115120

02/10/2025

We are recruiting!

Thrive Group Wales is looking for a passionate and reliable Mobile Catering Assistant to join our dynamic social enterprise team!

This role will be based in Baglan and will involve preparing and serving high-quality sandwich van menu items to customers. The ideal candidate will ensure excellent customer service to generate sales and to grow and retain customers.

Please note, a clean driving license is required for this role!

For more information or applications, please contact Anita on [email protected] or visit our job post on Indeed https://uk.indeed.com/job/mobile-catering-assistant-0645a8a60b988c1d

17/09/2025

We are currently seeking warm, reliable and compassionate volunteers to join our new project, which supports older people, unpaid carers and individuals with disabilities across Neath Port Talbot.

Weekly Befriending Calls:
You'll make weekly phone check-ins to offer a listening ear, emotional support and help signpost people to local services when needed. Our central team will coordinate all calls, but you'll be supporting people living in your local area, ensuring no one feels forgotten or alone.

Weekly Community Coffee Mornings:
We're also teaming up with our sister organisation Thrive Domestic Abuse Services to run friendly, face-to-face coffee mornings. As a volunteer, you will help create a welcoming space where people can chat, connect and access advice from visiting partners on things like benefits, debt and housing.

We're looking for someone who:
- Has great communication and listening skills
- Is friendly and empathetic
- Comfortable with speaking to people from various walks of life
- Able to commit to a few hours per week
- Based in Neath Port Talbot or the surrounding areas in South Wales

If you would like to learn more about this exciting opportunity and to be part of this essential local enterprise, please contact:

Yvette Stallard | [email protected] | 07377 115120

29/08/2025

Thrive Group Wales is excited to welcome a dedicated and compassionate Senior Domiciliary Care Worker to our newly launched care branch, "Helping Hands". If you're passionate about providing high-quality care and want to be part of a purpose-driven social enterprise, we’d love to hear from you!

Job Purpose:
To lead and deliver high-quality care and support to a diverse range of vulnerable individuals within the community, empowering them to achieve positive outcomes, greater independence, and control over their rights and choices.

This role is pivotal in ensuring person-centred, aspirational care that upholds dignity, respect and individual well-being.

Collaborating with the manager and multidisciplinary professionals, you will oversee and contribute to services that meet the highest standards of care, fully compliant with RISCA regulations, Social Care Wales guidelines, and contractual requirements.

Qualifications and Training-
Essential: QCF 3 or equivalent and a willingness to work towards QCF4/5

Desirable: Experience of working in Social Care & Food Hygiene and Safety Certificate

For applications and more information about the role, please get in touch with Yvette at [email protected]

27/08/2025

From struggle to strength, John discovered his path to confidence with Thrive Group Wales.

After a decade of battling unemployment, John found his footing with Thrive, where personalised support met his unique needs alongside his employment journey.

Today, he proudly stands as our longest-serving team member!

At Thrive Group Wales, we’re dedicated to creating employment opportunities for those who are furthest from the labour market. Every penny of our proceeds reinvests into Thrive Domestic Abuse Services, empowering individuals and families affected by abuse.

13/08/2025

A fantastic opportunity to contribute to our growing social enterprise! If you're interested in sitting on our Board of Directors, get in touch with Liz on [email protected]

We are looking for skilled individuals to join either our charity or social enterprise Board of Directors!

We are specifically keen to speak with those who have experience in:

- Finance
- Business Development
- Healthcare
- Communications / Marketing
- Domestic Abuse Operations

If you or someone you know is keen to take on this voluntary position, please get in touch with Liz on [email protected]

or visit our website on www.thrivegroupwales.co.uk / www.thrivedas.org.uk