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Bereavement Services Operative Jobs in Maidstone, England, UK at Resourcing Group
Job Title:
Bereavement Services Operative
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Location:
Vinters Park, Weavering, Maidstone, Kent, ME14 5LG
Pay Rate:
PAYE: £11.53 per hour
Limited/Umbrella: £14.65 per hour
Hours:
35 hours per week
Start Date:
24th Feb
End Date:
Ongoing
Purpose
of the Job:
To assist with gardening and grounds maintenance at the Crematorium and Cemetery to ensure they are maintained to the highest possible standard, offering a tranquil and beautiful environment for bereaved families and friends. You will also undertake grave preparation for funerals and assist as a Sexton during some of these services.
Main Accountabilities/Responsibilities:
Work within the 63 acres of ground space at Maidstone Cemetery and 16 acres at Vinters Park Crematorium, including graves, gates, boundaries, pathways, Chapel, and ancillary buildings.
Carry out physically demanding and manual work outside in all weather conditions.
Prepare graves to specific widths and depths as detailed by Bereavement Services Officers.
Work to agreed schedules, ensuring the site remains tranquil and well-maintained.
Handle memorials with care and assist in the upkeep of living memorials such as shrubs, roses, and trees.
Open/close gates at the cemetery as needed.
Communicate with colleagues, managers, and the public in a clear and professional manner.
Ensure the safety and security of all equipment and facilities.
Display good customer service skills, interacting compassionately with bereaved families.
Assist with funeral services as Chapel Attendant and Sexton when required.
Additional
Duties
(Grade 4 &
5):
Undertake grave selections and front of house duties for the Chapel at Maidstone Cemetery.
Liaise with Funeral Directors and the bereaved to ensure services run smoothly.
Provide
leadership
in guiding the funeral cortege to grave sites and manage the grave preparation process.
Person Specification:
Grade 3:
Good level of
education
(GCSE or equivalent), excellent customer service skills, ability to work under pressure with
attention to detail
, and high regard for personal safety.
Grade 4:
Full driving licence, knowledge of burial regulations, and experience in cemetery operations.
Grade 5:
Further training and career
advancement opportunities
based on availability.
How to Apply:
to to be considered for this role.
Resourcing Group is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy
Title: Bereavement Services Operative
Company: Resourcing Group
Location: Maidstone, England, UK
Category: Outdoor/Nature/Animal Care (Outdoor / Nature)
