* **Job ID:** 1059566* **Closing date:** 08-10-2025Please make sure that you can reliably commute to this location.# Mobile Funeral Arranger## Gravesend## Benefits* Holidays starting from 31 days holiday per year (includes bank holidays)* 30% off Co-op branded products in our food stores* Pension with up to 10% employer contributions* Wagestream – a money management app that gives you access to a percentage of your pay as you earn it* Services to support your physical, mental and financial wellbeing* Flexibility – we’ll aim to find a working pattern that fits your life* Endless career development opportunities including apprenticeships## Job description**Mobile Funeral Arranger**£25,369 (£13.01 per hour) plus benefitsFull time 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 9am - 5pmMobile role covering approx. 12 funeral homes in Gravesend**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.**At Co-op Funeralcare, we take pride in helping families say the perfect goodbye to loved ones.You don’t need previous experience in the funeral industry to apply as we provide full training and ongoing support so you’ll have all the tools you need for your new role. You’ll also benefit from a competitive salary, an excellent pension scheme, and discounts on a range of Co-op products and services.Find the kind of job satisfaction you didn’t think was possible. Apply today.**What you’ll do**• travel to meet clients build and maintain positive relationships with the community• support our clients both in person and over the phone, arranging family visits and answering client questions• make sure that the funeral home —both inside and out—is always clean, safe, and welcoming, maintaining a professional and comforting environment for our clients, as well as reporting and recording any maintenance issue (there will be times when you’ll be the only person in branch)• work with different digital systems and devices (computers, tablets, smartphone applications) to accurately manage client documentation, funeral arrangements and invoicing.• make sure that all regulated work, like selling and informing clients about our funeral plans, is referred to the Funeral Plan Arrangers team• support with manual handling of coffins and the deceased• update client management applications, entering accurate and timely information to ensure records are always kept up to date**This role would suit people who have**• a full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle• the ability to work confidently on their own—whether travelling to client meetings or independently managing a branch when needed• good communication skills, with the ability to clearly communicate with clients and colleagues both in writing and verbally• the ability to confidently work with numbers and doing basic calculations such as cash handling, working out discounts, simple data entry and invoicing• a keen eye for detail and accuracy, making sure regulatory policies and processes are always adhered to• good IT skills, with the ability to use a range of technology devices and systems (e.g computers, tablets, smartphones, printers) and the ability to learn and effectively use new applications and systems• a passion for delivering great service and building relationships• high levels of empathy, discretion and care• the ability to carry out the physical elements of the role, such as moving coffins in preparation for family viewings (appropriate training and equipment to ensure safe working practices will be provided)You’ll get a fantastic benefits package including:• 30% off Co-op branded products and 10% off other brands in our food stores all year-round, as well as 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 our Employee Assistance Programme which offers confidential advice and support on anything you’re struggling with, 24 hours a day• access to virtual GP and free eye tests• endless career development opportunities including apprenticeships• friendly, supportive team and the knowledge that you make a huge difference to your community• access to Wagestream - a money management app that gives you access to a percentage of your pay as you earn itAt Co-op, we’re owned by our members. And because we’re owned by you, we can do right by you. As one of the world’s largest co-operatives, owned by millions of members, community is at the heart of what we do. Since our Co-op was founded in 1844, we’ve had a clear social purpose, and everything we do as a business helps to build a fairer world for our members, customers, colleagues, and communities.**Building an inclusive work environment**We’re actively building diverse teams and we welcome applications from everyone. We want to build inclusive work environments, where our colleagues have equal opportunities to reach their full potential. We celebrate our differences, and recognise the importance of our teams reflecting the communities they serve.If you have a disability, we can make reasonable adjustments to our recruitment process according to your needs. We're also part of the Disability Confident scheme, meaning we'll always offer an interview to disabled candidates who apply through the scheme if they meet the minimum criteria for a job.We'll ask whether you’d like to be considered under the Disability Confident scheme when you apply.If we invite you to take part in the recruitment process for any of our jobs, we’ll ask you if you need any reasonable adjustments to enable you to participate. You can find out more about our recruitment process at jobs.coop.co.uk/apply-process.You can find out more about the Disability Confident scheme and all our commitments to diversity and inclusion at colleagues.coop.co.uk/diversity-inclusion-and-wellbeing.As part of your application you’ll need to complete an online assessment. It will take you around 20 minutes to complete this test.If you’re successful in your application, we’ll perform some background checks as part of our pre-employment screening process. These will include a DBS (disclosure and barring service) and adverse media checks, and an occupational health questionnaire (to ensure you are fit to perform the role). We’ll also check your social media activity on platforms like Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.Any offer of employment made will be conditional upon the completion of pre-employment screening checks.We reserve the right to remove a vacancy before the scheduled closing date.Expand for full job description## Success profile## Helping everyone say their best goodbyeThis can be an emotional job. But it’s also an incredibly fulfilling career. At Co-op Funeralcare we're proud to support our customers at the most difficult time of their lives. Empathy and compassion are key to everything we do, looking after and caring for our clients every step of the way. Our funeral homes are at the heart of their local communities, and our colleagues play a key role in building relationships and making connections to make a difference, in the true spirit of co-operation. You’ll be part of a close-knit team, in which everyone has a voice and feels valued, welcome and included. Everyone can find their place here and build a rewarding career.* Our past, present and future is all about looking after our clients, with compassion and kindness at the core of everything we do.* Whatever job you do, you’ll be part of a caring and supporting team.* We’re proud our business makes a positive impact in our communities.* Everyone can find their place here, learn and develop new skills and build a career.### Find out about our rolesA career with Co-op Funeralcare could take you in a number of different directions, including management,
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