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Co-op Funeralcare supports customers at the most difficult time of their lives. We regularly hire funeral directors, funeral service crew and funeral arrangers. And we think that empathy and compassion are more important than experience and qualifications.
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Your career in Funeralcare
The nature of these jobs means some days can be very emotional. But a career in Funeralcare is incredibly fulfilling. You’re there to support people during the most difficult times of their lives. It’s a responsibility you can be proud of.
Right now, we’re transforming our business, and changing a very traditional industry in the process. We’re using digital technology, investing in our funeral homes and developing all kinds of new products. It’s a great time to join us.
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Funeral service crew
As funeral service crew you’ll spend time supporting both the funeral itself and the care of the deceased. Working as part of a close-knit team, you’ll help ensure we provide a seamless, sensitive service to our customers. Aside from a full UK driver’s licence, you don’t need experience as we’ll support you every step of the way to build a career with Co-op Funeralcare.
Funeral arranger
As a funeral arranger you’ll be the first point of contact for clients – understanding their needs and helping them to plan the funeral. We’ll look to you to be there for clients when they need our help, support or advice. You’ll need empathy and great customer service skills, but you can learn everything else you need to do the job through our training and support.
Funeral director
As a funeral director you’ll spend most of your time with families, supporting them through the funeral arrangement. It’ll be up to you to manage your time and build strong, trusting relationships with clients. We’ll give you all the support and training you need to develop your team and deliver a thoughtful service which works for our customers and our business. You’ll find the kind of job satisfaction you never thought possible.
Apprenticeships
Our apprenticeships are open to everyone. Level 2 Funeral Team Member will develop you to arrange funerals with the utmost care and compassion. Level 3 Funeral Director will develop you to become a funeral director. There are numerous different ways for you to progress. To find out more information, visit our apprentice hub.
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Training
As a Funeralcare colleague you will have the opportunity to further your development with one of our apprentice programmes – learning whilst gaining on-the-job experience. The delivery of our different programmes is blended and includes a mixture of internal 1-1 coaching, e-learning modules, development days, research and practical learning opportunities. Once completed, you will achieve a nationally recognised Apprenticeship standard.
If you're willing to commit to working and learning at the same time and have a passion for providing thoughtful customer service and an open mind when it comes to coming into contact with the deceased, the opportunities for a uniquely rewarding career are here.Benefits
From career progression and having a positive impact on your local community, to a whole range of financial discounts and benefits, working at Co-op isn't your standard job.
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Diverse colleagues who share the same values
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Ethical & supportive employer
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Work within & support your local community
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Pension with up to 10% employer contribution
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Flexible hours and 24 days’ holiday (rising to 30 with service)
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Discounts across all of our businesses
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Funeral service crew
As funeral service crew you’ll spend time supporting both the funeral itself and the care of the deceased. Working as part of a close-knit team, you’ll help ensure we provide a seamless, sensitive service to our customers. Aside from a full UK driver’s licence, you don’t need experience as we’ll support you every step of the way to build a career with Co-op Funeralcare.
Funeral arranger
As a funeral arranger you’ll be the first point of contact for clients – understanding their needs and helping them to plan the funeral. We’ll look to you to be there for clients when they need our help, support or advice. You’ll need empathy and great customer service skills, but you can learn everything else you need to do the job through our training and support.
Funeral director
As a funeral director you’ll spend most of your time with families, supporting them through the funeral arrangement. It’ll be up to you to manage your time and build strong, trusting relationships with clients. We’ll give you all the support and training you need to develop your team and deliver a thoughtful service which works for our customers and our business. You’ll find the kind of job satisfaction you never thought possible.
Apprenticeships
Our apprenticeships are open to everyone. Level 2 Funeral Team Member will develop you to arrange funerals with the utmost care and compassion. Level 3 Funeral Director will develop you to become a funeral director. There are numerous different ways for you to progress. To find out more information, visit our apprentice hub.
Find out more
Training
As a Funeralcare colleague you will have the opportunity to further your development with one of our apprentice programmes – learning whilst gaining on-the-job experience. The delivery of our different programmes is blended and includes a mixture of internal 1-1 coaching, e-learning modules, development days, research and practical learning opportunities. Once completed, you will achieve a nationally recognised Apprenticeship standard.
If you're willing to commit to working and learning at the same time and have a passion for providing thoughtful customer service and an open mind when it comes to coming into contact with the deceased, the opportunities for a uniquely rewarding career are here.
Benefits
From financial discounts to unique opportunities, there are lots of reasons to join Co-op.
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Thousands of stores & opportunities just around the corner
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Ethical & supportive employer
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Work within & support your local community
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Pension with up to 10% employer contribution
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Find your path, let us grow your career
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Discounts across all of our business
Our stories
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Overcoming my anxiety to help families when they need it most Liam’s been doing an amazing job supporting families since he joined our Funeralcare team. Read story -
Co-op Funeral Director Annabel Annabel, Funeral Director, explains her pride of working for an organisation that puts families in need before profits. Read story -
I found my calling in Co-op Funeralcare Funeral Director Manny Badyal talks about changing careers and finding a family at Co-op Funeralcare. Read story
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Jobs for you
Ceremonial Crew - Part Time
Ceremonial Driver - Fixed Term Contract
Funeral Service Crew - Part Time
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Funeral Service Crew - Part Time
Embalmer - Full Time
Funeral Arranger - Part Time
Embalmer
Mobile Funeral Arranger - Part Time
Funeral Service Crew - Part Time
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Funeral Service Crew - Part Time
Funeral Service Crew - Part Time
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Funeral Service Crew - Part Time
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Funeral Director
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