Mobile Funeral Arranger in Sale

£13.01 per hour plus benefits

Part time 20 hours per week, Monday to Friday 10am-2pm

Mobile role covering Chorlton and Altrincham, B Johnsons, Baguley, Leech's, RE Jones, Sale, Urmston and Wythenshawe branches.

You will need a full manual UK driver's licence for this job.

Please note all positions within Funeralcare can involve direct physical contact with the deceased as part of normal duties; the amount of contact will differ depending on the role applied for.

Responsibilities:

• Travel to meet clients and 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.
• Ensure that the funeral home - both inside and out - is always clean, safe, and welcoming, maintaining a professional and comforting environment for our clients.
• Report and record any maintenance issues (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.
• Ensure 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 your 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 do 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).

Benefits and work environment:

• 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.
• A friendly, supportive team and the knowledge that you make a huge difference to your community.
• Access to Wagestream.

Building an inclusive work environment – we are building diverse and inclusive teams that reflect the communities we serve.

We welcome applications from everyone and are committed to creating a workplace where colleagues can feel like they belong, supported by our inclusive policies and the ways we work.

We're proud to be part of the Disability Confident scheme and offer interviews to disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria for a job. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, we'll support you.

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.