At a Glance
- Tasks: Carry out grave digging and cemetery maintenance across Stockport.
- Company: Stockport Council, recognised for commitment to inclusion and wellbeing.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, training opportunities, and a supportive team environment.
- Other info: Flexible hours with opportunities for professional development and career growth.
- Why this job: Make a meaningful impact by supporting bereaved families in your community.
- Qualifications: Experience in gardening, grounds maintenance, and strong interpersonal skills.
The predicted salary is between 28598 - 31022 £ per year.
37 hours, Full-Time (8am until 4pm, on-call work required) Permanent Based across various borough locations, serving the bereavement services across Stockport.
Your Role
To carry out across all Stockport cemetery sites as necessary: grave digging, grounds maintenance and associated cemetery maintenance and operational activities in accordance with Stockport Cemeteries Terms of Use, the Cemetery Local Authorities Cemeteries Order, Church of England Faculties relating to consecrated areas and closed churchyards and the Guiding Principles of the Institute of Cemetery and Crematorium Management, including any future amendments. Participation in the weekend and bank holiday burial call out service, on a rota basis, for which a standby payment and overtime if called out will be paid.
About You
We’re looking for a committed and respectful individual to join our Cemetery Services team. You’ll be a reliable team player with excellent interpersonal skills, able to work effectively with colleagues whilst also using your own initiative when working independently. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong attention to detail, be approachable, courteous and flexible, and have the ability to listen and respond sensitively to the needs of bereaved families and members of the public. Experience of gardening and grounds maintenance, working with the public, and using computer systems is essential, while experience of cemetery operations, grave digging, mechanical maintenance or excavation work, and administrative record keeping would be advantageous. You’ll have a good standard of literacy and numeracy, an appreciation of the diverse needs of the community, and a willingness to undertake training and continuous professional development. Knowledge of cemetery operational duties and headstone inspection practices is desirable, as is holding a Cemetery Operative Certificate of Competence. Above all, you’ll be adaptable, eager to learn and willing to work occasional evenings and weekends on a rota basis to support the delivery of a high‑quality cemetery service.
About Us
Roles within our bereavement provision are extremely rewarding and varied. We serve over 3000 families a year, and we strive to provide the best standard possible across our cremation, burial and memorial provisions. At Stockport Council we are one ambitious team on a mission to create opportunities for everyone who lives, works and spends time in the borough. We are proud to be recognised under the Good Employment Charter as an organisation committed to the wellbeing of our colleagues.
If you would like to find out more about the role, please contact Michael Nowell at michael.nowell@stockport.gov.uk for an informal discussion about the role. The successful applicant’s appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre‑employment clearances, including a Disclosure and Barring Service check. Stockport Council holds a Visa sponsorship licence but this campaign does not currently qualify. We have made a commitment to improve the employment opportunities for people with disabilities, care leavers and ex‑military personnel. As part of the Guaranteed Assessment Scheme you will therefore be guaranteed to be shortlisted for Assessment if you meet both the criteria for the scheme and the essential job role criteria.
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Stockport Clinical Commissioning Group is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises employee well-being and flexibility. With opportunities for professional growth and development within the Network Asset Maintenance team, employees can thrive in their roles while enjoying a healthy work-life balance through flexible working arrangements.
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