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Funeral Operations Assistant - Short Term Position (Hiring Immediately), York
Client: Co-op
Location: York
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Views:
2
Posted:
10.06.2025
Expiry Date:
25.07.2025
Job Description:
Closing date: 09-06-2025
Funeral Service Crew - 6 Month Fixed Term Contract
£12.40 per hour plus benefits. Part time, 18.75 hours per week, varied shifts between Monday-Friday 8am-8pm, 3.75 hours per day, 5 days per week. You’ll also be part of the on-call rota. Location: Guisborough, TS14 6NT.
No experience needed. You can apply for this job on your mobile in a few simple steps – no CV required.
You’ll need a full manual UK driver’s licence for this job.
Help families say the perfect goodbye to loved ones as part of our funeral service crew.
No experience? No problem. We provide full training and ongoing support, plus access to a wide range of benefits including a competitive salary, an excellent pension scheme, and discounts on Co-op products and services.
At Co-op, you’ll be part of something meaningful. Join us today.
What you’ll do
* Collect the deceased from various locations and scenarios professionally and empathetically.
* Bear coffins and drive funeral vehicles.
* Maintain cleanliness of equipment and facilities, including vehicles.
* Prepare coffins and engrave name plates.
* Prepare the deceased in our care for viewings and funerals.
This role would suit people who have
* A full UK manual driving licence.
* A sensitive approach to customer service with good attention to detail.
* The ability to react calmly and compassionately in emotional circumstances.
* The ability to perform manual lifting and other physical aspects of the role.
Why Co-op?
You’ll get a benefits package including:
* 30% off Co-op branded products all year-round.
* 10% off other brands in our stores (doubles to 20% on the Friday and Saturday after payday).
* Discounts on other Co-op products and services.
* 23 days holidays (pro-rata, rising with service).
* A pension with up to 10% employer contributions.
* Access to Employee Assistance Programme, virtual GP, and free eye tests.
* Career development opportunities including apprenticeships.
* Friendly, supportive team environment.
* Access to Wagestream for pay access.
We’re proud to do things differently. As a large co-operative owned by millions, community is at our core. Since 1844, we’ve aimed to build a fairer world for our members, customers, colleagues, and communities.
Building an inclusive work environment
We actively build diverse teams and welcome applications from everyone. We aim for our teams to reflect the communities we serve. We can make reasonable adjustments for applicants with disabilities and are part of the Disability Confident scheme. When you apply, you’ll be asked if you wish to be considered under this scheme.
As part of your application, you’ll complete an online assessment (~20 minutes). Successful applicants will undergo background checks, including DBS, media checks, and an occupational health questionnaire. We will also review social media activity. Any employment offer will be conditional upon completing these checks.
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