Position
Funeral Director (12 month Fixed Term Contract)
Location: Oliver and James Funeral Directors, Abingdon
Job Type: 38.33 Hours per week, 12-month Fixed Term Contract
Salary: £29,644 per annum
Why This Role Matters
At Dignity, we believe that every farewell should be handled with compassion, dignity, and care. Your role will ensure that families feel supported, respected, and reassured every step of the way.
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
We're looking for someone who:
* Has experience in funeral service operations and conducting funerals
* Demonstrates excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills
* Is calm under pressure with a respectful, compassionate approach to service
* Is physically capable of manual handling tasks, including coffin bearing
* Is comfortable with direct contact with the deceased in varying circumstances
* Holds a Full UK Driving Licence (essential)
* Is 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
Next Steps
If this sounds like the next step in your career and you're ready to support families and lead with professionalism, apply by clicking the 'apply' button. A member of our Talent Acquisition Team will guide you through the next steps.
About Us
We are Dignity, one of the UK's oldest and most trusted funeral providers, with a history of over 200 years of service, 570 branches, and 46 crematoria. We continue to lead the industry in care, compassion, and professionalism.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Statement
We know that diverse teams make better decisions, build better products, and create a better place to work. Whoever you are, wherever you're from, and whatever your life looks like, we'd love to hear from you. If there's anything you need to make the process more accessible, please let us know.
FCA Statement
We are regulated by the FCA; please note that some roles may require background checks.
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