Funeral Attendants

Funeral Service Crew – Part Time

You will work on a caring team delivering the funeral service crew duties with professionalism and compassion. No prior funeral industry experience is required; full training and ongoing support will be provided.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect the deceased from various locations in a professional and empathetic manner.
• Bear coffins and drive funeral vehicles as required.
• Maintain cleanliness and upkeep of equipment and facilities, including vehicles.
• Prepare coffins and engrave name plates.
• Prepare the deceased in our care for viewings and funerals.
• Maintain client management applications daily, inputting detailed and timely information to keep records consistently updated.
• Safely lift, carry and move coffins following safe techniques, using handling aids and equipment and following health and safety guidance to prevent injuries.

Qualifications and Skills

• Valid UK manual driving licence.
• Physical ability to perform lifting and manual tasks.
• Good IT skills and confidence to use a range of technology devices (computer, tablet, smartphone, printer, scanner) and to learn new applications and systems.
• Calm, compassionate and empathetic approach to customer service with the ability to react calmly in emotional circumstances.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy, ensuring regulatory policies and processes are always adhered to.

Working Hours and Pay

20 hours per week, working a variety of shifts between Monday – Sunday, 8 am – 8 pm. Pay rate: £13.24 per hour plus benefits. Location: Southend, SS2 6JJ.

Benefits

• 30 % off Co‑op branded products and 10 % off other brands in our food stores all year‑round, plus additional discounts on Co‑op products and services.
• Up to 10 % employer contribution to pension scheme.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme – confidential advice and support, 24‑hour access to a virtual GP, free eye tests.
• 23 days holiday (pro‑rata, rising with service).
• Endless career development opportunities including apprenticeships.
• Access to the Stream money‑management app providing early access to pay.

Inclusive Employment

We are committed to building inclusive teams and support disabled candidates. Adjustments to the recruitment process are available. We welcome applications from all backgrounds.

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