Overview
Join to apply for the Funeral Service Operative role at Grimmett & Timms Funeral Directors, Coventry. This role offers the chance to support families at one of life’s most sensitive moments, delivering respectful, meaningful services.
Position
Position: Funeral Service Operative
Location
Location: Coventry, Grimmett & Timms Funeral Directors
Job Type
Job Type: Full-Time, 12 Month FTC
Salary
Salary: £25,652 per annum
What You’ll Do
* Drive and operate specialist vehicles (including hearses and limousines)
* Set up venues and carry out ceremonial duties, including coffin bearing
* Maintain funeral vehicles and equipment to high standards
* Participate in an out-of-hours on-call rota (including nights/weekends) to support families
* Bring the deceased into our care from the place of death - including private homes, hospitals, hospices, or public spaces - under varying circumstances
* Prepare the deceased (washing, dressing, presentation) in accordance with family, religious, or cultural wishes
* Support with chapel visits and interactions with families in a calm and respectful manner
* Carry out all duties involving the deceased with the utmost care and professionalism
About You
* Demonstrates empathy, professionalism, and composure under pressure
* Has a respectful, caring approach when supporting both colleagues and families
* Is physically capable of manual handling tasks, including lifting and carrying
* Is comfortable working in direct contact with the deceased in a variety of conditions
* Is reliable, flexible, and able to work outside standard hours when needed
* Takes pride in presenting themselves in a professional and dignified manner
* Holds a Full UK Driving Licence (essential)
No previous funeral experience is necessary - full training, uniform, and support will be provided.
What We Offer
* A fulfilling and meaningful role supporting families in your community
* Full training and personal development opportunities
* 30 - 33 days annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays
* Uniform and all necessary equipment provided
* Company pension and life assurance
* Access to an employee assistance programme for wellbeing support
* Annual company bonus
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
We are Dignity, one of the UK’s oldest and most trusted funeral providers, with over 200 years of history, 570 branches, and 46 crematoria. We are building the UK’s leading end of life company as part of the Dignity Group.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
We know that diverse teams make better decisions and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. If you need any accessibility adjustments, please let us know.
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