Compassionate Funeral Service Team Member

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Northampton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

30% off Co-op products

23 days holidays

Employer pension

Employee Assistance Programme

Virtual GP

Career development opportunities

Inclusion and diversity commitments

Job summary

Co-op Funeralcare in Northampton is seeking a part-time Funeral Service Crew member. The role involves collecting the deceased with empathy, bearing coffins, and preserving dignity during transportation and viewings. Training is provided, with a supportive team and benefits package.

Responsibilities include preparing coffins, engraving name plates, and maintaining records. A full UK manual driving licence is essential, along with the ability to perform physically demanding tasks with care and

Qualifications

• Full UK manual driving licence required.
• Ability to perform physical aspects of the role.
• Good IT skills and confidence with devices and apps.
• Calm, compassionate approach to customers in emotional situations.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy with records.

Responsibilities

• Collect the deceased from various locations in a professional, empathetic manner.
• Bear coffins on funeral day and drive funeral vehicles.
• Maintain cleanliness of equipment and facilities, including vehicles.
• Prepare coffins and engrave name plates.
• Prepare the deceased for viewings and the funeral.
• Maintain client management applications and keep records updated.
• Safely lift and move coffins following health and safety guidance.

Skills

Empathy

Customer service

Attention to detail

IT literacy

Adaptability

Tools

Full UK manual driving licence

Job description

Co-op Funeralcare in Northampton is seeking a part-time Funeral Service Crew member. The role involves collecting the deceased with empathy, bearing coffins, and preserving dignity during transportation and viewings. Training is provided, with a supportive team and benefits package.

Responsibilities include preparing coffins, engraving name plates, and maintaining records. A full UK manual driving licence is essential, along with the ability to perform physically demanding tasks with care and