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Embalmer - Career development opportunities in a caring business (Hiring Immediately), Poole
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Client:
Co-op
Location:
Poole, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
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EU work permit required:
Yes
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Job Views:
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Posted:
10.06.2025
Expiry Date:
25.07.2025
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Job Description:
Closing date: 11-06-2025
Embalmer £36,504 per annum (£18.72 per hour) plus benefits. Full time, 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm. Locations: Poole, Dorset, and Fareham, Hampshire.
Requirements: Applicants must be an existing qualified Embalmer with British Institute of Embalmers (BIE) membership.
We’re looking for a passionate and caring embalmer to join our Co-op Funeralcare team. If you have the technical experience and customer focus, we can offer a fantastic opportunity to develop your career with a business that prioritizes people, care, and wellbeing.
In this role, you’ll be part of a team committed to delivering outstanding service to our clients. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, and discounts on a range of Co-op and other retailer’s products and services.
What you’ll do
* Provide empathetic and personal service to clients from all backgrounds and religions
* Prepare the deceased and carry out practical physical assessments
* Support colleagues to understand the benefits of embalming
* Maintain high standards of detail and accuracy
* Build strong relationships within the community and act as a trusted ambassador for Co-op
Qualifications and qualities
* A BIE (British Institute of Embalmers) qualification or equivalent
* A practical, can-do attitude and flexible approach
* A caring nature and emotional maturity
* Ability to think on your feet and prioritize effectively
* Understanding of the importance of delivering a perfect final tribute
Why Co-op?
* 30% off Co-op branded products in our food stores all year-round
* 10% off other brands in our food stores
* Discounts on other Co-op products and services
* 23 days holiday (pro-rata, increasing 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
* Supportive team environment
* Access to Wagestream for pay management
At Co-op, we’re committed to building inclusive, diverse teams and providing equal opportunities. We welcome applications from everyone, including individuals with disabilities, and offer reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process. We are part of the Disability Confident scheme. Successful candidates will undergo background checks including DBS, adverse media, occupational health, and social media screening.
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