Position: Casual Funeral Service Arranger
Location: Bradford, D Walsh & Son Funeral Directors
Job Type: Casual
Salary: £12.87 per hour
Were looking for a compassionate and adaptable individual to join us as a Funeral Service Arranger, providing vital support across a network of funeral homes within our D Walsh & Son Funeral Directors group. This role is offered on a casual basis ideal for those looking to contribute meaningfully while working flexibly, covering busy periods, holidays, and staff absences.
If you're someone who thrives in a people-focused environment and wants to help families during one of lifes most emotional moments, wed love to hear from you.
Why This Role Matters
At Dignity, every farewell matters. As a Casual Mobile Funeral Service Arranger, youll ensure that families always receive the same warmth, professionalism, and attention to detail no matter which location they walk into.
The Role
This flexible role will see you stepping in across multiple funeral homes, supporting with funeral arrangements and daily branch operations. Youll work closely with families to guide them through the process, ensuring each service is planned with care and compassion.
Key Responsibilities:
Support families with empathy, professionalism, and attention to detail
Arrange funerals in line with individual wishes, cultural practices, and legal requirements
Travel between funeral homes to provide cover as needed supporting with arrangements, branch duties, and ceremonial activities
Manage multiple funeral arrangements simultaneously at different stages of progress
Liaise with ministers, celebrants, florists, and other suppliers
Guide families through Funeral Plan options as trained
Represent the brand and Dignity in each community with consistency and compassion
Train in Funeral Conducting to assist with ceremonial duties during busy periods
Maintain branch presentation, administration, and customer care standards across all locations
About You
Were looking for someone who:
Brings compassion, professionalism, and calm under pressure
Thrives in changing environments and enjoys supporting different teams
Has excellent communication, administration, and organisational skills
Is confident managing multiple tasks and arrangements at varying stages
Holds a Full UK Driving Licence and is comfortable with regular travel between locations
Is comfortable working in settings where the deceased may be resting, including preparation areas and chapel visits
Has flexibility to work occasional weekends
Previous experience in funeral care, administration, or a customer-facing role is beneficial but full training will be provided
What We Offer
A meaningful role supporting families when they need it most
Full training and development, including Funeral Plan Consultancy and Funeral Conducting
The opportunity to work flexibly across a network of funeral homes
Uniform and all necessary equipment provided
28 days annual leave (accrued)
Company pension, employee assistance programme, and life assurance
We wouldnt be able to provide this essential service without our people. If youd like to be part of a compassionate team dedicated to delivering the highest standards of care wed love to hear from you.
What are the next steps?
To join us in this role, simply hit the 'apply' button to submit your application and a member of our Talent Acquisition Team will be in touch!
About Us
At Dignity, were here for families when it matters most. With compassion, professionalism, and integrity at the heart of everything we do, we take pride in supporting people through one of lifes most difficult moments. Every member of our team plays a vital role in delivering exceptional service and care to those who need us.
With over 500 funeral homes across the UK, Dignity Funerals is a trusted presence in local communities, operating under respected and well-known local names. Were proud to offer a truly personal and attentive service one thats tailored to the individual needs and wishes of every family we support.
Were also part of the wider Dignity Group, a growing organisation with the unique ability to support every aspect of end-of-life planning and care. This includes:
Our Crematoria and Memorials Group, managing 45 crematoria nationwide
Dignity Funeral Plans, giving people peace of mind by allowing them to plan ahead
The recently acquired Farewill, a leading provider of online wills and probate services
Together, our goal is simple: to provide families with continuity, care, and clarity from planning and preparation through to the funeral itself, and beyond.
FCA Statement
Please note that this role is subject to meeting regulatory requirements. As an FCA-regulated organisation, we are committed to adopting the highest standards and we do this by employing individuals with the appropriate skills, experience and integrity to protect both the company and our clients. If you are considered for a role, you will be providing your permission for us to conduct the relevant checks and assessments that will be carried out during the recruitment and onboarding process. The nature of the checks will depend on whether the role is subject to the Senior Managers and Certification Regime (SMCR).
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Statement
Our Vision is to connect with our clients, colleagues, company and communities based on our principles whilst celebrating our differences.
We aim to empower leaders and colleagues to seek out and understand new voices and perspectives; to be vocal about inequity and exclusion, and to take decisive, informed and bold action to promote inclusion and belonging.
Any unsolicited submissions from agencies will be accepted as a direct application from the candidate and no fees will be payable.
We reserve the right depending on application numbers to close or extend the closing dates for positions; we would therefore recommend an early application.
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