Bereavement Services Operative

Company: Nottingham City Council
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Location: East Midlands
Job Description:

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Hours: 37 hours per week

Worker Type: Onsite Worker

Salary: Starting Salary is £28,598 (Level One) rising to £31,022 (Level four) per annum (pro-rata for part-time) (Pay award pending)

Location: Northern Cemetery – City Wide

Working for Nottingham City Council has great benefits. As well as competitive pay, great leave entitlement and access to a generous pension scheme, we strive to create an innovative, inclusive and progressive work culture where everyone is supported to do and be their very best.

You can read more about the different benefits offered to colleagues working for Nottingham City Council here.

About the Role

As a Bereavement Services Operative, you will undertake a range of cemetery duties including grave digging, grounds maintenance and memorial safety. You will interact with the public, funeral directors and stakeholders to support statutory duties and uphold high standards of service delivery.

About You

  • Experience in operations and grounds maintenance.
  • Sensitivity to the needs of bereaved families and cultural diversity.
  • Ability to work flexibly across sites and operate council vehicles and machinery.
  • Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

Closing Date: 22nd May 2026

Please note there may be occasions where we close the advert before the closing date and we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

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Posted: June 1st, 2026