Compassionate Funeral Service Driver

Co-Op Company; Diss; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension with employer contributions

23 days holidays (pro rata)

Employee Assistance Programme

Virtual GP and eye tests

Staff discounts on Co-op products

Career development opportunities

Job summary

The Co-op’s Funeralcare in Diss is seeking a Funeral Service Crew member to support the preparation, transportation and care of the deceased with professionalism and empathy. The role is part-time (18.75 hours per week) with on-call duties, and requires a full UK manual driving licence.

Full training is provided, plus a benefits package including pension, holidays and discounts. Based in Diss and covering Beccles, Stowmarket and Wymondham, you’ll join a team that prioritises dignity, respect and

Qualifications

• Must hold a full UK manual driving licence.
• Able to perform the physical aspects of the role; training provided.
• Good IT skills and ability to use a range of devices and systems.
• Ability to react calmly and compassionately in emotional circumstances.
• Strong attention to detail to ensure regulatory policies are followed.

Responsibilities

• Collect the deceased from a range of locations in a professional and empathetic manner.
• Bear coffins on the day of the funeral and drive funeral vehicles.
• Maintain the cleanliness of equipment and facilities, including vehicles.
• Prepare coffins and engrave name plates.
• Prepare the deceased for viewings and the funeral.
• Maintain client management systems with timely information.
• Safely lift and move coffins following safe techniques and health and safety guidance.

Skills

Full UK manual driving licence

Physical ability to perform lifting

IT skills with devices

Calm and empathetic under emotional 상황

Attention to detail and regulatory遵守

Job description

The Co-op’s Funeralcare in Diss is seeking a Funeral Service Crew member to support the preparation, transportation and care of the deceased with professionalism and empathy. The role is part-time (18.75 hours per week) with on-call duties, and requires a full UK manual driving licence.

Full training is provided, plus a benefits package including pension, holidays and discounts. Based in Diss and covering Beccles, Stowmarket and Wymondham, you’ll join a team that prioritises dignity, respect and