Funeral Attendants

Company: JR UK
Client /

Employer:

Co‑op

Funeral Service Crew – £13.24 per hour plus benefits. Part time, 15 hours per week over 5 days.

Location:

Worcester, WR1 2RS
. Requires a full UK manual driver’s licence.

• Collect the deceased from a range of locations and scenarios in a professional and empathetic manner.
• Bear coffins on the day of the funeral and drive funeral vehicles.
• Maintain the cleanliness of equipment and facilities, including vehicles.
• Prepare coffins and engrave name plates.
• Prepare the deceased in our care for viewings and the funeral.
• Maintain client management applications daily, inputting detailed and timely information to keep records consistently updated.
• Safely lift, carry and move coffins following safe techniques, using handling aids and equipment and following health and safety guidance to prevent injuries.

• A full UK manual driving licence.
• The ability to perform the physical aspects of the role (such as manual lifting). Appropriate training and equipment to ensure safe working practices will be provided.
• Good IT skills, with confidence to use a range of technology devices (computers, tablets, smartphones, printers and scanners) and the ability to learn and effectively use new applications and systems.
• The ability to react calmly and compassionately in emotional circumstances, with a sensitive and empathetic approach to customer service.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy, making sure regulatory policies and processes are always adhered to.

At Co-op, we’re owned by our members. We’re focused on people and communities first, offering a supportive environment where you can thrive. You’ll also receive:

• 30% off Co‑op branded products and 10% off other brands in our food stores all year‑round, plus discounts on other Co‑op products and services.
• 23 days holidays (pro rata, rising with service).
• A pension with up to 10% employer contributions.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme, offering confidential advice and support 24 hours a day.
• Access to virtual GP and free eye tests.
• Endless career development opportunities, including apprenticeships.
• A friendly, supportive team that makes a huge difference to the community.
• Access to Stream, a money‑management app that gives you an advance of a percentage of your pay as you earn it.

We’re building diverse and inclusive teams that reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from everyone and are committed to creating a workplace where colleagues feel they belong, supported by our inclusive policies and the ways we work.

We’re proud to be part of the Disability Confident scheme and offer interviews to disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria for a job. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, we’ll support you.

Closing date: 21-05-2026

As part of your application you’ll need to complete an online assessment. It takes about 20 minutes. If you’re successful, we’ll perform background checks including a DBS, adverse media checks, an occupational health questionnaire, and a review of your social media activity. Any offer is conditional upon completion of pre‑employment screening checks. We reserve the right to remove a vacancy before the scheduled closing date.