Driver Bearer

Neville Trust Limited; Bedford; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A compassionate funeral service provider in Bedford is seeking a Driver Bearer to care for the deceased and assist families during sensitive times. The role involves respectful transportation and preparation of the deceased, while maintaining vehicles to high standards. Candidates must have a full UK driving licence and demonstrate professionalism. This full-time position offers a salary of £28,080 and 31 days of holiday, with training provided.

Benefits

Salary of £28,080 per annum

31 days a year holiday including bank holidays

Uniform and all necessary PPE provided

Full training for those new to the role

On-site car parking and contributory pension

Qualifications

• To have and retain a full UK driving licence.
• Understanding that the care of the deceased is an honour.

Responsibilities

• Care for the deceased with professionalism and compassion.
• Be the first point of contact for clients for respectful transportation.
• Prepare the deceased for their final farewell with dignity.
• Maintain fleet vehicles to high standards.

Skills

Excellent attention to detail

Punctuality

Clean and smart appearance

Job description

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Hours of Work: This is a full-time role for 5 days per week. Standard hours of work are 8.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday.

As a Driver Bearer, your role will involve the profound responsibility of caring for the deceased while assisting families during a sensitive period. You will be the first point of contact for clients, ensuring the respectful transportation of the deceased from their place of death to the appropriate location, and preparing them for their final farewell with dignity. You will perform your duties with professionalism and care while also maintaining our fleet of vehicles to the highest standards, ensuring they are clean and presentable at all times.

Responsibilities

• Care for the deceased with professionalism and compassion while supporting families during a sensitive period.
• Be the first point of contact for clients and ensure respectful transportation of the deceased.
• Prepare the deceased for their final farewell with dignity.
• Maintain fleet vehicles to the highest standards, ensuring they are clean and presentable at all times.

Driver Bearer Requirements

• To be of clean and smart appearance.
• To be punctual at all times.
• To have and retain a full UK driving licence.
• To have excellent attention to detail.
• To understand that the care of the deceased is an honour.

Driver Bearer Benefits

• Salary of £28,080 per annum.
• 31 days a year holiday inclusive of bank holidays.
• Uniform and all necessary PPE provided.
• Full training for those new to the role.
• On-site car parking and contributory pension.

Meet the Organisation: Who We Are and What We Do

We are an equal opportunities employer, dedicated to delivering exceptional care and support through our funeral services across Beds, Herts, and Bucks. With a commitment to professionalism and compassion, we aim to offer comfort during a difficult time while ensuring that every detail is handled with the utmost respect.

If you think you are suitable for this Driver Bearer role, please apply now and take the first step towards a rewarding career that truly makes a difference!

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