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CREMATORIUM TECHNICIAN
£26,421 - £28,770
The Bereavement Services Team are looking for an organised person to support them in providing a sensitive, compassionate and efficient burial, cremation and memorial service.
Do you have a caring and sympathetic nature to deal with bereaved families at a sensitive time, are you able to work as part of a dedicated team to ensure that the highest standards of care are achieved?
The successful applicant will be a flexible, well-motivated self-starter who possesses excellent communication skills, and a commitment to delivering exceptional service to bereaved families. The role will require you to be able to work additional hours dictated by the needs of the service, which will include some Saturday mornings and weekday evenings.
This is a varied role and the successful applicant will be expected to undertake a wide range of tasks including grounds maintenance, memorial safety checks, cremating, chapel duties and some administration tasks
You will be based at Rainsbrook Crematorium in Rugby and will be responsible for ensuring that all cremations are carried out with dignity and respect and in accordance with current regulations.
Previous experience in a similar role would be an advantage however all relevant training will be provided to the successful applicant. Please note that the position requires a good level of physical fitness and a Full UK Driving License.
The successful applicant will be motivated to play their part in excellent service, together with the ability to demonstrate commitment to the authority’s Corporate Values Framework and CANDO ways of working.
Benefits
• Competitive Salary
• 24 days annual leave, 8 Bank Holidays, 2 extra statutory days and 1 locally agreed day
• Generous pension scheme
• Structured Induction Program
• Learning and Development opportunities
• Regular performance reviews
• Payment of professional subscription for approved professionals
• Family Friendly Policies
• Independent Support for your health & wellbeing
• Generous compassionate leave
• Cycle to Work scheme
For an informal discussion about this role, please call Lorraine Marley, our Bereavement Services Team Leader on 01788 533715.
You can view full details of this job via our website www.rugby.gov.uk , where you can also apply on-line. If you are unable to apply on-line please contact 01788 533564, or e-mail: contact.centre@rugby.gov.uk for further assistance.
Applicants are advised to apply early as if a large number of applications are received for this post we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the advertised date.
Closing Date: 4 February 2024
Interview Date: 12 February 2024
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