Supportive Bridge Limited
Funeral Service Crew
Funeral Service Crew at Supportive Bridge Limited, based in 1 Park Avenue, Newcastle-under-Lyme, paying £13.00 - £13.24 per hour. This is a part-time role.
- Pay
- £13.00 - £13.24 per hour
- Hours and contract
- Part-time · On site
- Location
- 1 Park Avenue, Newcastle-under-Lyme
- Closing date
- Sector
- Retail & Customer Service
21% below the typical rate for retail & customer service
Reference jobs/c7a3ddcf-4763-4a68-95ed-85d1cb3b5160
About the role
Funeral Service Crew – Newcastle-under-Lyme (Park Avenue)
Position: Funeral Service Crew (Part-Time / Permanent)
Location: 1 Park Avenue, Newcastle-under-Lyme, ST5 8AX
Pay Rate: £13.24 per hour plus benefits
Hours: 18.75 hours per week (flexibility required for working Monday to Sunday between 8:00 AM and 8:00 PM, plus participation in an on-call rota)
About the Role
Are you compassionate, professional, and looking for a meaningful career where you can provide comfort and support to families during their most difficult moments? Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency is proud to partner with Co-op Funeralcare to recruit a dedicated Funeral Service Crew member for their branch in Newcastle-under-Lyme.
In this vital role, you will help families say the perfect goodbye by providing a seamless, sensitive, and dignified service. Whether you are collecting the deceased, driving funeral vehicles, bearing coffins, or preparing the branch and equipment, your empathy and care will make a true difference. No previous funeral industry experience is necessary—full, supportive training is provided from day one!
What You'll Be Doing
Care & Transportation: Collect the deceased from various locations and scenarios with professionalism, dignity, and empathy.
Funeral Duties: Bear coffins on the day of the funeral, drive funeral vehicles, and prepare coffins (including engraving name plates).
Care of the Deceased: Support in preparing those in our care for viewings and funerals, adhering strictly to health and safety standards.
Maintenance & Admin: Maintain the cleanliness of facilities and vehicles, and update client management applications accurately and in a timely manner.
Working Pattern & Important Requirements
Hours: Part-time, 18.75 hours per week, working Monday to Sunday between 8:00 AM and 8:00 PM (flexibility needed), including participation in an on-call rota.
Driving License: A full manual UK driving licence is strictly required for this role.
Commutability: Applicants must live within a reliable, commutable distance of Newcastle-under-Lyme.
Important Note on Duties: Positions within Funeralcare involve direct physical contact with the deceased and manual handling tasks (such as lifting and carrying coffins). Please carefully consider your comfort levels with these responsibilities before applying.
Why Join Through Us?
Competitive Pay: £13.24 per hour.
No CV Needed: Apply easily from your mobile device in just a few simple steps via a quick online assessment (~20 minutes).
Comprehensive Benefits Package:
Pension scheme with up to 10% employer contributions.
30% off Co-op branded products and 10% off other brands in food stores.
Holiday allowance starting from 23 days (pro-rata, rising with service).
24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, virtual GP access, and free eye tests.
Stream app for flexible access to your pay as you earn it.
Endless career development and apprenticeship opportunities.
Reference: jobs/c7a3ddcf-4763-4a68-95ed-85d1cb3b5160 · Posted 4 days ago · Closes 27 Nov 2026 · Listed via Supportive Bridge Limited
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