Overview
Position: Funeral Director
Location: Cookridge, Wormalds Funeral Directors
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: £29,638.29 per annum
We're looking for an experienced and compassionate Funeral Director to join Wormalds Funeral Directors - Leeds. You will oversee funeral operations and ensure every service is delivered to the highest standard, while supporting families through one of life’s most challenging moments. As a representative of both the local brand and the wider Dignity Group, you’ll engage with the local community and build trusted relationships.
The Role
As a Funeral Director, you’ll lead on the day of the funeral, coordinating teams and managing all aspects of service delivery. You will act as a guide for families, a leader to colleagues, and a representative of Dignity’s values within your community.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and conduct funeral services in a dignified, respectful, and professional manner
* Support families with empathy and guidance throughout the funeral process
* Coordinate with arrangers, operatives, ministers/celebrants, and venues to ensure smooth execution of services
* Ensure funeral vehicles, staff, and ceremonial elements are prepared and meet required standards
* Oversee funeral logistics on the day, including timings, team direction, and venue setup
* Assist with coffin preparation, handling of the deceased, and chapel duties where required
* Provide leadership and mentoring to less experienced team members
* Support with local community engagement and promotion of the brand you represent
* Uphold health and safety, compliance, and professional standards at all times
About You
What We’re Looking For
* Experienced in funeral service operations and conducting funerals
* Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills
* Calm under pressure with a respectful, compassionate approach to service
* Physically capable of manual handling tasks, including coffin bearing
* Comfortable with direct contact with the deceased in varying circumstances
* Holds a Full UK Driving Licence (essential)
* Willing to work flexibly, including weekends and on-call duties as required
What We Offer
* A meaningful role supporting families when they need it most
* Full training and development, including Funeral Plan Consultancy
* Uniform and all necessary equipment provided
* 30 - 33 days annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays
* Company pension, employee assistance programme, and life assurance
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 lead in supporting families with care, compassion, and professionalism. As part of the Dignity Group, we also operate Farewill, a leading Will writer and probate provider.
Today we are over 4,000 people across the UK, driven by the goal to care for families with compassion and make the UK a world leader in end-of-life care. We are regulated by the FCA, so some roles may be subject to background checks.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion: We know diverse teams make better decisions and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. If you need accessibility support, please let us know.
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