Apprentice Funeral Service Operative

About the role

Funeral Service Operative 🚀

Ready for a role that's meaningful and makes a real difference? We're seeking dedicated individuals to join our team as Funeral Service Operatives. This isn't your average 9-to-5; it's a chance to support families during their most challenging times with compassion and professionalism. 💪

What you'll be doing:

• Assisting in the prep, lining, and dressing of coffins – ensuring every detail is handled with care. 💖
• Carrying out removals of the deceased with dignity from homes, nursing homes, and hospitals. 🏡🏥
• Providing assistance with Coroner's removals when needed. ⚖️
• Driving funeral vehicles, performing bearing duties, and transporting ministers. 🚗🕊️
• Daily cleaning, maintenance, and prep of funeral vehicles – keeping our fleet in top condition. ✨
• Meeting, assisting, and welcoming bereaved families and visitors at the Chapel of Rest – offering a comforting presence. 🤗
• Supporting the funeral directing team with operational duties and document delivery. 📝
• Participating in the out-of-hours on-call rota for removals and family visits – flexibility is key! ⏰

If you're looking for a rewarding career where you can show genuine empathy and contribute to a vital service, we want to hear from you! Apply now and become part of a team dedicated to honouring lives. 🙏

Key responsibilities

• Assisting in the preparation, lining, and dressing of coffins.
• Carrying out removals of the deceased from private homes, nursing homes, and hospitals, and assisting with Coroners' removals.
• Driving funeral vehicles, carrying out bearing duties, transporting ministers, and ensuring daily cleaning, maintenance, and preparation of vehicles.
• Meeting, assisting, and welcoming bereaved families and visitors at the Chapel of Rest.
• Supporting the funeral directing team with operational duties, documentation delivery, and participating in the out-of-hours on-call rota for removals and family visits.