Casual Funeral Service Operative

Position: Casual Funeral Service Operative
Location: Preston Ireland Bowker Funeral Directors, Lancaster 
Job Type: Casual
Salary: £12.87 per hour 

We're looking for compassionate individuals to join our team on a casual basis, supporting families during funeral services and behind the scenes. This flexible opportunity is ideal for those who want to make a difference in their community while working around other commitments.

The Role

You'll be part of a team that ensures every service is delivered with dignity and respect. This position is well-suited to individuals who are looking to work occasionally and contribute in a meaningful way, especially during peak periods or when extra ceremonial support is required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assisting at funeral services — bearing coffins, setting up venues, and supporting mourners
• Driving and operating specialist vehicles such as hearses and limousines
• Representing Dignity Funerals with professionalism and empathy
• Providing respectful, discreet support to families on the day of the service
• Maintaining ceremonial standards in appearance, conduct, and service delivery

About You

We're looking for someone who:

• Demonstrates compassion, empathy, and professionalism
• Understands the importance of presentation and discretion
• Is physically capable of manual handling tasks, including lifting and carrying
• Holds a Full UK Driving Licence (essential)
• Is reliable, punctual, and flexible with working hours, including short-notice availability
• Is comfortable with tasks that involve direct contact with the deceased

No previous experience in funeral care is required — full training and uniform will be provided.

What We Offer

• A fulfilling opportunity to support families in your community
• Flexible casual working arrangements
• Full training and ongoing support
• Uniform and all necessary equipment provided

If you're looking to be part of a compassionate team and want to support people when they need it most, we'd love to hear from you.

What are the next steps?

To join us in this role, simply hit the 'apply' button to submit your application and a member of our Talent Acquisition Team will be in touch

About Us

We are Dignity, one of the UK's oldest and most trusted funeral providers, with over 200 years of history, 570 branches, and 46 crematoria. From launching the UK's first funeral plan to helping shape modern regulation, we have led the way in supporting families with care, compassion, and professionalism.

Now we are building the UK's leading end of life company. As part of the Dignity Group, we also operate Farewill, the country's largest will writer and one of the UK's top probate providers, giving families support not just at the funeral, but before and after as well.

Today we are over 4,000 people across the UK, all driven by the same goal: to care for families with compassion and make the UK a world leader in end of life care. Here to help, whenever you need.

FCA Statement

We're regulated by the FCA, so some roles may be subject to background checks

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Statement

We know that diverse teams make better decisions, build better products, and create a better place to work. Whoever you are, wherever you're from, and whatever your life looks like, we'd love to hear from you. And if there's anything you need to make the process more accessible, please let us know

Any unsolicited submissions from agencies will be accepted as a direct application from the candidate and no fees will be payable.

We reserve the right depending on application numbers to close or extend the closing dates for positions; we would therefore recommend an early application.