At a Glance
- Tasks: Support funeral arrangements, attend services, and assist with all aspects of the business.
- Company: Join H J Newman, a family-owned funeral directors with 65 years in the community.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, 20 days holiday, uniform, pension scheme, and training support.
- Other info: Flexible hours with on-call duties; smart appearance is essential.
- Why this job: Make a meaningful impact in people's lives while working in a supportive team.
- Qualifications: Full, clean driving licence required; experience preferred but not essential.
The predicted salary is between 26750 - 26750 £ per year.
Location: Slough
Salary: £26,750 per annum
Job Type: Full Time, Permanent
Company Overview: H J Newman, a family-owned Funeral directors based in Slough and an established part of the community for 65 years. In such a personal profession, we recognise the importance of our team members. Our colleagues serve as ambassadors for our family business, and custodians of our company ethos, to care for both the living and the deceased.
Job Description: We are currently hiring a Funeral Service Team Member (Chauffeur/Bearer) to join our team. You will support Funeral Directors by assisting with all aspects of funeral arrangements and services. This role is suitable for those who enjoy variety and would be keen to contribute to all aspects of the business, from attending funerals and chauffeuring, through to preparing coffins and the deceased prior to funerals. Join our family business in a full-time role, offering competitive pay. The position requires a minimum of 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Enjoy being part of a supportive, dedicated team.
Requirements:
- Previous relevant experience is preferred, but not essential as full training will be given.
- Full, Clean, Manual driving license required.
- Happy to work flexibly in a small team and on your own.
- Smart appearance is essential given the nature of the role (uniform will be provided).
Working hours: Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 5.00pm; you will also be part of an on-call rota providing care outside of standard working hours.
Key Responsibilities:
- Attendance at funerals, including driving vehicles, maintaining vehicles, and bearing coffins on the shoulder.
- Removal of the deceased from their place of death to our premises in a dignified manner.
- Checking and maintaining the mortuary register.
- Preparation of coffins prior to funerals including dressing of the coffins.
- Preparation of the deceased for presentation in our Chapel of Rest.
- To prepare graves and plots for ashes interments.
- Keeping the premises of H J Newman clean and tidy, with specific areas for attention being the mortuary areas, preparation rooms, fridge areas, and the chapel.
- Adhering to all Health and Safety related to providing funeral care.
- Willing and able to assist with any other duties which arise on a day-to-day basis, including being available on a 24-hour call-out system in accordance with the local rota agreements for which you will receive an additional payment.
Benefits:
- A competitive salary
- 20 days holiday + bank holidays
- Uniform and Suit
- Company pension scheme
- Training and support
- The opportunity to make a meaningful impact to people's lives
- A friendly and supportive working environment
Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of Funeral Attendant/Assistant, Funeral Services Assistant, may also be considered for this role.
Funeral Service Associate in Slough employer: Broughton Group
H J Newman is a family-owned funeral directors in Slough, dedicated to providing compassionate care for over 65 years. As a Funeral Service Team Member, you will join a supportive and dedicated team, enjoying competitive pay, comprehensive training, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the community. With a focus on employee growth and a friendly work culture, H J Newman offers a fulfilling environment for those looking to contribute to a vital service.
