Embalmer - Kent

Embalmer - Kent
Earl & Co Funeral Directors - Ashford
£34,500 to £36,500 per annum (Salary includes £2,500 Weighting Allowance)
Full Time

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 what our people say about working for Funeral Partners.

**The Opportunity**

Covering the Kent area, the Embalmer will 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.

**What We Offer**

We have family friendly policies and can offer flexible working as well as:

- 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

In addition to your salary, you will also receive:

- 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

**About You**

You must have previous experience of working with bereaved families and the deceased, have a full UK driving licence and be BIE qualified or equivalent, or a BIE registered student Embalmer.

For further information about Funeral Partners, please visit our web site

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Funeral Partners is the third largest funeral services provider in the UK, with over 240 funeral homes, almost 1000 employees overseeing over 20,000 funerals annually.

Chertsey House, Ground Floor, 61 Chertsey Road, Woking, Surrey, GU21 5NB
Tel**:0118 940 6900**
Fax**:0118 970 4636