Job Description

Job Purpose:

To support the delivery of professional, dignified, and respectful funeral services by assisting in all aspects of funeral operations. The role requires sensitivity, discretion, and a high standard of personal conduct at all times, ensuring that the families we serve receive the highest level of care.

Key Responsibilities:

Funeral Duties:

Assisting with the preparation and conduct of funerals, including acting as a bearer Driving company vehicles including hearses and limousines (clean driving licence essential) Preparing coffins, including lining, dressing, and nameplate affixing Assisting with dressing and preparation of the deceased with dignity and respect Liaising with clergy, celebrants, crematoria, and burial grounds on funeral day logistics

Logistical Support:

Driving and maintaining company vehicles to a clean and roadworthy standard Collecting and returning deceased individuals from hospitals, hospices, care homes or private residences Assisting in the maintenance and cleanliness of mortuary and garage facilities

Chapel of Rest:

Preparing and maintaining the chapel of rest for family viewings Assisting families during visits with compassion and professionalism

Additional Duties:

Supporting colleagues across all areas of the business, including floristry and masonry where necessary Attending training and development sessions as required Representing the company to the highest standard at all times, both in and out of uniform

Weekend and Call-Out Requirements:

You will be required to participate in a weekend working rota to cover funeral services and other duties You will join the out-of-hours call-out rota, which includes attending to removals of the deceased outside normal working hours Additional payments or time off in lieu will apply as per company policy

Person Specification:

Professional and presentable appearance at all times Calm, compassionate, and emotionally resilient Flexible and willing to work across all branches as needed Punctual, reliable, and trustworthy Full clean UK driving licence (essential) Experience in the funeral profession preferred but not essential - full training will be provided
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From 12.44 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Schedule:

8 hour shift
Application question(s):

Are you available to work weekends and take part in an on-call rota, including out-of-hours removals? Do you have experience working in the funeral profession or a similarly sensitive environment (e.g., care home, ambulance service)? This role can involve physically demanding tasks, including heavy lifting (e.g., coffin bearing). Are you physically able to meet these requirements? Are you comfortable working in close proximity to the deceased, including preparing and handling the deceased with dignity? Do you have any current commitments that may affect your ability to work flexibly across various sites, including short-notice cover? What interests you about working for Jennifer Ashe & Son Funeral Directors?
Licence/Certification:

Do you hold a full, clean UK manual driving licence? (required)
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: 937001