Basic duties will include, but not be limited to:
- Assist in the receipt, identification, and release of deceased individuals.
- Support in the preparation and embalming of the deceased (Under the guidance of qualified and trained personnel).
- Ensure respectful dressing, handling and preparation of bodies for viewing or transfer.
- Maintain accurate records and follow legal and procedural protocols.
- Clean and maintain mortuary equipment and areas to a high standard.
- Communicate professionally and sensitively with families, colleagues and healthcare staff.
- Attendance at funeral service’s acting as both bearer and support for the funeral director.
- Participate in ‘Out of Hours’ on-call rota. (Approximately 1 week in 4) (Enhanced rate of pay for on-call)
Candidates should:
- Ensure they provide a written explanation of why they think they are suited to this position in their initial application.
- Emotionally resilient with a respectful and empathetic approach.
- Comfortable working in sensitive environments, including exposure to deceased individuals.
- Physical fitness - the role requires prolonged periods on your feet and lifting of the deceased in line with health and safety protocols.
- Be methodical and able to pay attention to detail.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow procedures.
- Ability to work as part of a team and remain calm under pressure.
- Previous experience in healthcare, mortuary, or funeral services is desirable but not essential - training will be provided.
- Physically fit – Able to stand all day and undertake lifting of deceased in line with H & S arrangements.
- Full UK manual clean (Less than 6 points) driving licence. Driving company vehicles and for out of hours transfers when on-call.
- Live within a 25-minute radius of LL11 6AG.
- Be competent in literacy and numeracy.
We look forward to hearing from individuals who want to make a quiet but profound difference to bereaved families. Offers of employment are subject to a basic DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check, satisfactory references and proof of right to work in the UK.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From £25,896.00 per year
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Company pension
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Application question(s):
- Located within 25 min's of LL11 6AG (For On-Call)
Licence/Certification:
- Full Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 30/06/2025
Reference ID: FSMA