Bereavement Services Coordinator (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 17,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading company seeks a Bereavement Services Coordinator in North Yorkshire to support families during difficult times. No previous experience is necessary, as full training is provided. This part-time role offers a competitive salary, pension contributions, and numerous benefits including discounts on Co-op products. Join a friendly team dedicated to making a difference in the community.

Benefits

30% off Co-op branded products

23 days holidays (pro-rata)

Pension with up to 10% employer contributions

Access to Employee Assistance Programme

Career development opportunities including apprenticeships

Qualifications

• Passion for delivering great service and building relationships.
• Excellent communication and admin skills with strong attention to detail.
• High levels of empathy, discretion, and care.

Responsibilities

• Support clients by organising family visits and answering guest questions.
• Ensure regulated work is referred to a certified colleague.
• Build positive relationships in the local community.
• Assist with manual handling of coffins and the deceased.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Administrative Skills

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Bereavement Services Coordinator (Hiring Immediately), North Yorkshire

Client: Co-op

Location: North Yorkshire

Job Category: Other

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Posted:

10.06.2025

Expiry Date:

25.07.2025

Job Description:

Closing date: 09-06-2025

Funeral Arranger

£12.62 per hour plus benefits

Part time: 18.75 hours per week, Monday - Tuesday 9am to 5pm, Wednesday 9am to 12.45pm

Location: Thirsk, YO7 1LB

No experience needed. You can apply for this job on your mobile in a few simple steps – no CV needed.

Join our friendly team and help families say the perfect goodbye to loved ones. We provide full training and ongoing support, so no previous experience is necessary. You’ll benefit from a competitive salary, pension scheme, and discounts on Co-op products and services. Find job satisfaction you didn’t think was possible. Apply today.

What you’ll do

• Support clients by organising family visits and answering guest questions as a ‘non-certified’ funeral arranger
• Ensure all regulated work, like selling and advising on funeral plans, is referred to a ‘certified’ colleague
• Build positive relationships in the local community
• Support at the funeral home, sometimes being the only one in branch
• Assist with manual handling of coffins and the deceased

This role would suit people who have

• a passion for delivering great service and building relationships
• excellent communication and admin skills with strong attention to detail
• high levels of empathy, discretion, and care

Why Co-op?

• 30% off Co-op branded products in our food stores all year-round
• 10% off other brands in our food stores
• Discounts on other Co-op products and services
• 23 days holidays (pro-rata, rising with service)
• Pension with up to 10% employer contributions
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme for confidential support 24/7
• Virtual GP and free eye tests
• Career development opportunities including apprenticeships
• Friendly, supportive team making a difference in your community
• Access to Wagestream for pay as you earn

At Co-op, community is at the heart of what we do. We’re proud to build diverse, inclusive teams and welcome applications from everyone. We can make reasonable adjustments for applicants with disabilities and are part of the Disability Confident scheme. We’ll ask if you want to be considered under this scheme when you apply.

As part of your application, you’ll need to complete an online assessment (~20 minutes). Successful candidates will undergo background checks including DBS, adverse media, occupational health, and social media screening. Employment offers are conditional upon completing these checks.