Compassionate Funeral Service Driver & Support

Co-op; Blyth; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounts on Co-op products

Discounts on other brands

Pension with employer contributions

Employee Assistance Programme

Virtual GP & eye tests

Career development opportunities

Supportive team

Stream pay app

Job summary

Co-op Funeralcare in Blyth is seeking a dedicated Funeral Service Crew member to provide professional, compassionate care for the deceased, including preparation, transport and support for families. Full training and ongoing support are provided, along with competitive pay and a range of Co-op benefits.

You will collect the deceased, bear coffins, drive funeral vehicles, prepare coffins and engrave name plates, and keep records up to date.

Qualifications

• Requires full UK manual driving licence.
• Ability to perform physical aspects of the role (manual lifting).
• Good IT skills and ability to learn new applications.

Responsibilities

• Collect the deceased from various locations and scenarios 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 in our care for viewings and the funeral.
• Maintain client management applications daily and keep records updated.
• Safely lift, carry and move coffins following safety guidelines.

Skills

UK driving licence

Physical strength

IT skills

Empathy

Attention to detail

Job description

Co-op Funeralcare in Blyth is seeking a dedicated Funeral Service Crew member to provide professional, compassionate care for the deceased, including preparation, transport and support for families. Full training and ongoing support are provided, along with competitive pay and a range of Co-op benefits.

You will collect the deceased, bear coffins, drive funeral vehicles, prepare coffins and engrave name plates, and keep records up to date.