Casual Funeral Service Operative

DIGNITY FUNERALS LIMITED; Haywards Heath; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading funeral service provider in the UK is seeking a Casual Funeral Service Operative to support families during funeral services. The role involves assisting at services, driving hearses, and maintaining professionalism. No prior experience is necessary as full training will be provided. This flexible opportunity is perfect for compassionate individuals looking to make a difference in their community while juggling other commitments. Join a team dedicated to providing respectful and discreet support to families.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Full training provided

Uniform and equipment provided

Qualifications

• Holds a Full UK Driving Licence (essential).
• Is reliable, punctual, and flexible with working hours.
• Is physically capable of manual handling tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assisting at funeral services and supporting mourners.
• Driving and operating hearses and limousines.
• Representing the company with professionalism.

Skills

Compassion

Professionalism

Empathy

Manual handling

Driving expertise

Job description

Position: Casual Funeral Service Operative

Location: Bolney Garage Unit, Bolney

Job Type: Casual

Salary: £12.87 per hour

The Role

We're looking for compassionate individuals to join our team on a casual basis, supporting families during funeral services and behind the scenes. This flexible opportunity is ideal for those who want to make a difference in their community while working around other commitments.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting at funeral services – bearing coffins, setting up venues, and supporting mourners
• Driving and operating specialist vehicles such as hearses and limousines
• Representing Dignity Funerals with professionalism and empathy
• Providing respectful, discreet support to families on the day of the service
• Maintaining ceremonial standards in appearance, conduct, and service delivery

About You

• Demonstrates compassion, empathy, and professionalism
• Understands the importance of presentation and discretion
• Is physically capable of manual handling tasks, including lifting and carrying
• Holds a Full UK Driving Licence (essential)
• Is reliable, punctual, and flexible with working hours, including short‑notice availability
• Is comfortable with tasks that involve direct contact with the deceased
• No previous experience in funeral care is required – full training and uniform will be provided.

What We Offer

• A fulfilling opportunity to support families in your community
• Flexible casual working arrangements
• Full training and ongoing support
• Uniform and all necessary equipment provided

Next Steps

To join us in this role, simply hit the 'apply' button to submit your application and a member of our Talent Acquisition Team will be in touch!

About Us

We are Dignity, one of the UK's oldest and most trusted funeral providers, with over 200 years of history, 570 branches, and 46 crematoria. From launching the UK's first funeral plan to helping shape modern regulation, we have led the way in supporting families with care, compassion, and professionalism. We are building the UK's leading end‑of‑life company. As part of the Dignity Group, we also operate Farewill, the country's largest will writer and one of the UK's top probate providers, giving families support not just at the funeral, but before and after as well. Today we are over 4,000 people across the UK, all driven by the same goal: to care for families with compassion and make the UK a world leader in end‑of‑life care. We are here to help, whenever you need.

FCA Statement

We are regulated by the FCA, so some roles may be subject to background checks.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Statement

We know that diverse teams make better decisions, build better products, and create a better place to work. Whoever you are, wherever you’re from, and whatever your life looks like, we’d love to hear from you. If there’s anything you need to make the process more accessible, let us know.