Cemeteries and Burials Officer (ref:1995)

Winchester Community Safety Partnership; Winchester; Hybrid; GBP 21,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Winchester City Council is seeking a part-time Cemeteries and Burials Officer to join our teams in Winchester. The role is 3 days a week, with a Wednesday to Friday job share arrangement, and a hybrid pattern offering two remote days.

You will support the administration and operation of the Council's cemeteries and burial services, working closely with funeral directors, families, stonemasons and contractors to ensure services are delivered professionally and in accordance with legislation and

Qualifications

• Organised and compassionate with strong administration skills.
• Support administration and operation of cemeteries and burial services.
• Work with funeral directors, families, stonemasons and contractors to deliver services.

Responsibilities

• Support administration and operation of the Council's cemeteries and burial services.
• Work with funeral directors, families, stonemasons, and contractors to deliver services.
• Ensure burial and cemetery activities comply with legislation and policies.

Job description

Cemeteries and Burials Officer (ref:1995)

Company: Winchester City Council

Salary: £20,931.86 to £23,349.97 a year, pro rata

Hours: Part-time

Location: Winchester , SO23 9LJ

Working pattern: Hybrid - 2 days remote

Job type: Permanent

Posting date: 14 Oct 2026

Closing date: 1 Nov 2026

Summary

We are seeking an organised and compassionate Cemeteries and Burials Officer, to work on a part-time, 3 days a week (Wednesday to Friday) job share arrangement.

You will be responsible for supporting the effective administration and operation of the Council's cemeteries and burial services. Working closely with funeral directors, families, stonemasons, and contractors, you will ensure that all burial and cemetery-related activities are delivered professionally, sensitively, and in accordance with relevant legislation and Council policies.

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