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From the employer's careers site First seen 26 Oct 2026

Funeral Arranger

Salary

£13.47 per hour

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Description

Join our friendly team at Co-op Funeralcare, Ferryhill, and help families say the perfect goodbye to loved ones. As a Funeral Arranger, you will play a crucial role in building and maintaining positive relationships with clients and the community.

Job Details:

  • £13.47 per hour
  • Part-time, 20 hours per week, Monday to Friday (alternating shifts: 9am-1pm one week, 1pm-5pm the next)

Responsibilities:

  • Build and maintain positive relationships with clients and the community
  • Support clients in person and over the phone, arranging family visits and answering questions
  • Ensure the funeral home is clean, safe, and welcoming, both inside and out
  • Work with digital systems and devices to manage client documentation, funeral arrangements, and invoicing
  • Support with manual handling of coffins and assist in the care and preparation of the deceased
  • Update client management applications with accurate and timely information

Requirements:

  • Good communication skills, with the ability to clearly communicate with clients and colleagues
  • Ability to work with numbers and perform basic calculations
  • Keen eye for detail and accuracy
  • Good IT skills, with the ability to use a range of technology devices and systems
  • Passion for delivering great service and building relationships
  • High levels of empathy, discretion, and care
  • Ability to carry out the physical elements of the role

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary
  • Excellent pension scheme with up to 10% employer contributions
  • 30% off Co-op branded products and 10% off other brands in Co-op food stores
  • 23 days holidays (pro-rata, rising with service)
  • Access to Employee Assistance Programme and virtual GP
  • Free eye tests
  • Endless career development opportunities
  • Friendly, supportive team
  • Access to Stream, a money management app

Skills

Required

  • good communication skills
  • basic calculations
  • attention to detail
  • IT skills
  • empathy
  • discretion
  • physical ability

Ready to apply?

You apply with the employer directly. Their original posting is here: https://hcnq.fa.em2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX/job/1073101

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