Compassionate Funeral Service Assistant (Casual)

The Crematorium and Memorial Group; Leicester; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 22 days annual leave

4% matched pension

Staff discounts (MyStaffShop)

Eyecare support

Uniform provided

On-site parking

Job summary

The Crematorium and Memorial Group is seeking compassionate people for casual Funeral Service Operative roles in Leicester. You'll support funeral services, bear coffins, drive hearses, and help families with dignity, flexibility, and care. Full training and uniform are provided.

Casual shifts offer no minimum hours and the chance to fit work around other commitments, with benefits including pension, leave, and staff discounts where available.

Qualifications

• Full UK Driving Licence (Essential).
• Compassion, empathy and professionalism.
• Presentation and discretion are important.
• Physically capable of manual handling (lifting and carrying).
• Reliable, punctual and flexible with short-notice availability.
• Comfortable with direct contact with the deceased.

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.

Skills

Compassion

Empathy

Reliability

Flexibility

Full UK Driving Licence

Manual handling

Tools

Full UK Driving Licence

Job description

The Crematorium and Memorial Group is seeking compassionate people for casual Funeral Service Operative roles in Leicester. You'll support funeral services, bear coffins, drive hearses, and help families with dignity, flexibility, and care. Full training and uniform are provided.

Casual shifts offer no minimum hours and the chance to fit work around other commitments, with benefits including pension, leave, and staff discounts where available.