Bearer

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Bearer – Casual Hours
Pay: £14.58 per hour (Minimum 3-hour shift = £43.75)
Location: A Yeatman Sons Funeral Directors - West Norwood,
About the Role

We are seeking respectful, reliable, and empathetic individuals to join our team as Bearers, playing a vital role in delivering dignified and professional funeral services. This is a meaningful position where you’ll support families during one of the most important moments in their lives.

As a Bearer, you’ll assist with carrying coffins and supporting funeral ceremonies under the guidance of the Funeral Director. You’ll help ensure every detail is handled with care, compassion, and professionalism.

Key Responsibilities

Support funeral ceremonies by carrying coffins and assisting with other ceremonial duties.
Work closely with Funeral Arrangers and Directors to understand daily schedules and locations.
Ensure vehicles are clean, well-maintained, and respectfully presented.
Carry out additional duties as requested by your manager.
Stay informed of company updates and communications.
Undertake training related to FCA compliance, although your role will not involve regulated activities unless deemed competent.
What We’re Looking For

Essential Skills Experience:

Experience in a customer service role.
Awareness of different religions and cultures within the community.
Basic Maths and English skills.
Personal Attributes:

Empathetic, respectful, and approachable.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Reliable, flexible, and able to work under pressure.
Able to work independently and as part of a team.
Attention to detail and a commitment to high standards.
Willingness to travel and support across different locations.
Why Join Us?

Be part of a supportive and respectful team.
Make a meaningful difference in people’s lives.
Receive training and development opportunities.
Work in a role that values dignity, compassion, and professionalism.
Please Note: Hourly Rate includes £1.80 London Weighting Allowance.

For further information about Funeral Partners, please visit our website:

http://corporate.funeralpartners.co.uk/

Please ensure that you fully complete the online application form and include your last 5 years employment/education/gaps history, as we are unable to progress applications that are not fully completed onto the next stage of the selection process.

Funeral Partners Ltd is committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

If you require any reasonable adjustments to support you through the recruitment and selection process, please do not hesitate to contact our HR team on 0118 9406900 or via email at hr@funeralpartners.co.uk for any assistance.

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Funeral Partners is the third largest funeral services provider in the UK, with over 240 funeral homes, almost 1000 employees overseeing over 20,000 funerals annually.

Chertsey House, Ground Floor, 61 Chertsey Road, Woking, Surrey, GU21 5NB
Tel: 0118 940 6900
Fax: 0118 970 4636
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