- Comprehensive training for all our roles and opportunities to achieve industry recognised qualifications.
- Full uniform
- Opportunities to work within the local community
- Reward and recognition scheme
- Regular feedback surveys and opportunities to join project groups
- Employee assistance service
- 23 days annual leave, increasing to 26 days with service - plus bank holidays
- An opportunity to join our Annual Reward Scheme
- Life Assurance
- Pension
- Family and friends discounts
- Christmas vouchers
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Eye care
- Refer a friend scheme
Senior Funeral Director/Embalmer - Londonderry, United Kingdom - Funeral Partners
Description
Senior Funeral Director/Embalmer
Joseph Poots & Son Funeral Directors- Portadown & Adair & Neely Funeral Directors- Londonderry - BT63 5AE
£31,500 per annum
Full Time
Please note: Total annual salary £31,500 per annum made up of Senior Funeral Director p/t salary £15,475 per annum and Embalmer p/t salary £15,750 per annum. On Call payments are in addition to salary
About Us
We offer a sensitive, professional service to the families in our care and are proud to be part of the Funeral Partners family. Together, we are leading the way in setting new standards of excellence within the profession.
Our people are key to our success, they bring a wealth of experience from both inside and outside the Funeral industry and, as an organisation, we really know what it means to work as a team. But, don't take our word for it, see .
The Opportunity
Covering Joseph Poots & Son Funeral Directors – Portadown and Adair & Neely Funeral Directors – Londonderry, the Senior Funeral Director/Embalmer will be compassionate, professional and responsible for making sure everything goes smoothly. They are smart, empathetic, and detail-focused; working with our Arrangers and Operatives to ensure every little detail is just right.
The Senior Funeral Director/Embalmer will also be responsible for the care of the deceased for the time they are within our care by providing technical and specialist knowledge to ensure correct care of the deceased, treating them with respect and observing complete confidentiality at all times. Carry out embalming, first offices and feature setting in accordance with the families wishes and religious beliefs, including assisting with ritual washing where required. Deliver exceptional client service and care of the deceased in a caring and professional manner, observing the dignity of the deceased at all times.
To manage the mortuary areas to ensure they are maintained to the highest standard of presentation, hygiene and repair and that all policies and procedures are being followed within the mortuary areas. To provide support to the operational teams in regards to the handling and care of the deceased, including preparation of the deceased for viewing as well as all necessary care before the day of the funeral.
To comply with company policies and procedures. Assist with administration and operational duties as required. Maintain a high standard of personal appearance. Communicate ideas that you feel would benefit the business. Ensure compliance with the company's Health & Safety policy. Act as an ambassador for the company at all times.
Being a Senior Funeral Director/Embalmer can be an opportunity to make a real difference to families during a difficult time in their lives, and there is a chance to progress into other roles such as Operations or Area Development Manager, with the right skills and determination. To learn more about this important role, go to our .
What We Offer
Working in one of our local Funeral Partners' Branches you'll enjoy the satisfaction of working within a small local team alongside the all the benefits of a much larger national company. We have family friendly policies and can offer flexible working as well as:
In addition to your salary, you will also receive:
About You
You will already have experience of conducting funerals having worked in the funeral industry previously. You will have good knowledge of the funeral process as well as the confidence and credibility to deliver an exceptional experience for every family we work with. You will need to have a full UK driving licence and be BIE qualified or equivalent, or a BIE registered student Embalmer.
Any applicant who has applied within the previous six months for this role and has not been successful need not apply.
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.