Closing date: 04-03-2025
Funeral Service Crew
Job Description:
We are seeking a Funeral Service Crew member to join our team.
This is a part-time role, working 12 hours per week, with varied shifts covering weekend evenings from 5pm-8pm, plus additional shifts and on-call rota to cover evenings and nights.
No experience is needed, as we provide full training and ongoing support.
You will be responsible for collecting the deceased from various locations, bearing coffins and driving funeral vehicles, maintaining equipment and facilities, preparing coffins and engraving name plates, and preparing the deceased for viewings and funerals.
To be successful in this role, you will need a full UK manual driving licence, a sensitive approach to customer service with good attention to detail, the ability to react calmly and compassionately in emotional circumstances, and the ability to perform the physical aspects of the role (manual lifting).
Benefits:
* 30% off Co-op branded products in our food stores all year-round
* 10% off other brands in our food stores all year-round (doubles to 20% on the Friday and Saturday after payday)
* Discounts on other Co-op products and services
* 23 days holiday (pro rata, rising with service)
* Pension with up to 10% employer contributions
* Access to Employee Assistance Programme for confidential advice and support
* Virtual GP and free eye tests
* Endless career development opportunities
* Friendly and supportive team
* Access to Wagestream money management app
About Us:
At Co-op, we're proud to do things differently. As one of the world's largest co-operatives, owned by millions of members, community is at the heart of what we do.
We're actively building diverse teams and welcome applications from everyone. We want to create inclusive work environments where colleagues have equal opportunities to reach their full potential.