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Funeral Service Crew
Funeral Service Crew
Location: Bellshill, ML4 1AQ
Contract:
- Hours: Part-time (18.75 hours per week)
- Schedule: Monday to Friday (8:30 AM – 4:30 PM) across 3 days over 5
- On-Call Rota: Rotational (1 in 7 weeks):
- Weekdays (16:30 PM – 8:00 PM)
- Weekends (08:00 AM – 8:00 PM)
- Wage: £13.24 per hour plus benefits
About the Role
Help families say the perfect goodbye as part of the Funeralcare team.
No previous experience in the funeral industry is necessary—full training and support are provided, along with competitive benefits including:
- Competitive salary
- Excellent pension scheme
- Discounts on Co-op products and services
All roles at Funeralcare may involve compliance with health and safety standards while handling direct physical contact with the deceased. Please ensure you are comfortable with these responsibilities before applying.
What You’ll Do
Your key responsibilities as part of the funeral service crew include:
- Collect the deceased from various locations with professionalism and empathy
- Transport and carry coffins during funerals
- Drive funeral service vehicles safely
- Maintain cleanliness of vehicles, equipment, and facilities
- Prepare and engrave coffins with name plates
- Assist in the preparation of the deceased for viewings and funerals
- Update client management systems daily with detailed and accurate records
- Handle the safe lifting, carrying, and moving of coffins (training and equipment provided)
- Adhere to health and safety guidelines at all times
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What You’ll Bring
The ideal candidate should have:
- A full manual UK driving licence
- The ability to perform physical tasks (e.g., manual lifting). Safe working practices and training will be provided.
- Good IT skills, including:
- Experience using devices such as computers, tablets, smartphones, printers, and scanners
- Confidence adapting to new software and systems
- The ability to respond calmly and empathetically in emotionally sensitive situations
- Strong attention to detail to ensure:
- Regulatory policies are followed
- Accurate and consistent record-keeping
Why Join Co-op?
At Co-op, you become part of a movement that prioritises people over profits. Here’s what you gain by joining us:
Key Benefits
- 30% discount on Co-op-branded products and 10% off other brands in our food stores year-round
- 23 days holiday (pro rata, increasing with service)
- Pension contributions (up to 10% from the company)
- Employee Assistance Programme (confidential support available 24/7)
- Virtual GP access and free eye tests
- Career development opportunities, including apprenticeships
- Stream money management app (early access to a percentage of your earnings)
- A supportive, impactful team making a difference in communities
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Inclusion and Belonging
Co-op is committed to diversity and inclusion, building teams that reflect diverse backgrounds. Perks include:
- Participation in the Disability Confident scheme (offers interviews to disabled candidates meeting minimum criteria)
- Flexible adjustments throughout the recruitment process
- Clear diversity commitments and inclusive policies
For more details:
Application Process
- No CV required—apply directly on mobile in [few simple steps](link optional for this section as unspecified).
- Complete an online assessment (takes ~20 minutes).
- Pre-employment screening may include:
- DBS check (criminal record disclosure)
- Adverse media checks
- An occupational health questionnaire
- Assessment of social media activity (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram)
The final job offer will only be made after passing all checks.
Notes: Co-op reserves the right to withdraw the vacancy before the specified closing date.
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