Funeral Service Coordinator (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Bristol; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a leading cooperative as a Funeral Arranger in Bristol, where you will support families in their time of need. No experience is necessary as comprehensive training will be provided. You’ll enjoy a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and the opportunity to make a difference in your community.

Benefits

30% off Co-op branded products

10% off other brands

Pension with up to 10% employer contributions

Access to Employee Assistance Programme

Career development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Access to Wagestream for early wage access

Qualifications

• No experience needed, as full training and ongoing support are provided.
• Must have a passion for delivering great service and building relationships.

Responsibilities

• Support clients by organising family visits and answering questions.
• Assist with manual handling of coffins and the deceased.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Admin skills

Attention to detail

Empathy

Discretion

Care

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Posted:

10.06.2025

Expiry Date:

25.07.2025

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Job Description:

Closing date: 11-06-2025

Funeral Arranger £12.62 per hour plus benefits. Part time, 18.75 hours per week, working Wednesday afternoon and all day Thursday and Friday. Location: 102 High Street, Nailsea, BS19 1AH.

No experience needed. You can apply for this job on your mobile in a few simple steps – no CV needed. Join our friendly team and help families say the perfect goodbye to loved ones. We provide full training and ongoing support, so no previous experience is required. Benefits include a competitive salary, an excellent pension scheme, and discounts on Co-op products and services. Find job satisfaction in this meaningful role. Apply today.

What you’ll do

• Support clients by organising family visits and answering guest questions as a ‘non-certified’ funeral arranger.
• Refer all regulated work, like selling and advising on funeral plans, to a ‘certified colleague’.
• Build positive relationships in the local community.
• Support the funeral home, sometimes being the only one in branch.
• Assist with manual handling of coffins and the deceased.

This role would suit people who have

• A passion for delivering great service and building relationships.
• Excellent communication and admin skills, with strong attention to detail.
• High levels of empathy, discretion, and care.

Why Co-op?

• 30% off Co-op branded products in our food stores all year-round.
• 10% off other brands in our food stores.
• Discounts on other Co-op products and services.
• 23 days holidays (pro-rata, rising with service).
• Pension with up to 10% employer contributions.
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme offering confidential support 24/7.
• Virtual GP and free eye tests.
• Career development opportunities, including apprenticeships.
• Supportive team environment.
• Access to Wagestream for early wage access.

At Co-op, we’re proud to do things differently. As a large co-operative owned by members, community is central to our mission. Since 1844, our social purpose guides us in building a fairer world for members, customers, colleagues, and communities.

Building an inclusive work environment

We’re committed to diversity and encourage applications from everyone. We strive for inclusive workplaces where colleagues have equal opportunities. We celebrate differences and aim for our teams to reflect the communities we serve. We can make reasonable adjustments for applicants with disabilities and are part of the Disability Confident scheme. When you apply, we’ll ask if you want to be considered under this scheme. If invited to interview, we’ll ask if you need any reasonable adjustments. Learn more about our recruitment process and commitments to diversity at jobs.coop.co.uk.

As part of your application, you’ll complete an online assessment, taking about 20 minutes. Successful applicants will undergo background checks, including DBS, adverse media, occupational health, and social media screening. Any employment offer is conditional upon these checks.