Funeral Service Crew

Location: Purley (CR8 4DA)
Agency: Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency
Salary: £14.99 per hour plus benefits (including London allowance)
Job Category: Funeralcare
Hours: Part-time, 18.75 hours per week (Variety of shifts, Monday–Friday, plus participation in the on-call rota)
Closing Date: 31-07-2026
Job ID: 1068084

About the Role

Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency is proud to partner with leading funeralcare providers to bring compassionate professionals into meaningful roles. We are seeking a dedicated Funeral Service Crew member to join a supportive team in Purley.

In this role, you will help families say the perfect goodbye to their loved ones. No previous experience in the funeral industry is required—full training, ongoing support, and complete onboarding will be provided.

Please note: All positions within Funeralcare can involve direct physical contact with the deceased as part of normal duties. Typical duties include the preparation, transportation, and personal care of the deceased, carried out with the highest standards of professionalism, dignity, respect, and health and safety.

Key Responsibilities

Compassionate Care: Collect the deceased from various locations and scenarios with empathy and professionalism; prepare the deceased for viewings and funerals.
Funeral Operations: Bear coffins on the day of the funeral, drive funeral vehicles, and prepare coffins with engraved name plates.
Safe Handling: Safely lift, carry, and move coffins using proper techniques, handling aids, and equipment to prevent injury.
Facility & Equipment Upkeep: Maintain the cleanliness of equipment, facilities, and funeral vehicles.
Digital Administration: Maintain client management applications daily by inputting accurate, timely information to keep records updated.

What You’ll Bring

Driving Licence: A full manual UK driver’s licence.
Physical Capability: The ability to perform the physical aspects of the role, including manual lifting (appropriate training and safety equipment are provided).
IT Literacy: Good IT skills with the confidence to use computers, tablets, smartphones, printers, scanners, and new software applications.
Emotional Resilience: The ability to react calmly, compassionately, and professionally in emotional circumstances with a strong commitment to customer service.
Attention to Detail: High accuracy to ensure all regulatory policies and operational processes are strictly adhered to.

Why Join Us?

Take on a role where you truly make a difference to your community while enjoying excellent company benefits:

Competitive Pay: £14.99 per hour including London allowance.
Generous Leave: 23 days of holiday (pro-rata, rising with service).
Pension Scheme: Excellent pension scheme with up to 10% employer contributions.
Retail Discounts: 30% off Co-op branded products and 10% off other brands in food stores, plus service discounts.
Health & Wellbeing: Access to a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, virtual GP services, and free eye tests.
Financial Flexibility: Access to Stream, a money management app giving you access to a percentage of your pay as you earn it.
Career Growth: Endless development opportunities, including apprenticeships and structured training.

Important Information

Application Process: You can apply in a few simple steps—no CV required. As part of your application, you will need to complete a brief 20-minute online assessment.
Pre-Employment Screening: Successful applicants will be subject to background checks, including a DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check, adverse media checks, social media reviews, and an occupational health questionnaire.
Inclusion: We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are proud to be part of the Disability Confident scheme, offering interviews to disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria.