Embalmer
About this role
Job Advertisement: Embalmer (Funeralcare)
Location: London / Woolwich, United Kingdom (Candidates must be able to reliably commute to this location)
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Contract Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Salary: £38,571 per annum (£19.78 per hour) plus London allowance and fantastic benefits
Closing Date: 29 October, 2026
About the Role
As an Embalmer, you will play a vital and compassionate role within our funeralcare team, providing an empathic, professional, and personal service to clients from all backgrounds and religions. (Please note that all positions within Funeralcare involve direct physical contact with the deceased as part of normal duties).
Your key responsibilities will include:
Preparing the deceased and carrying out practical physical assessments on a daily basis with utmost professionalism, dignity, and respect.
Adhering strictly to health and safety standards while handling preparation, transportation, and personal care.
Supporting colleagues to understand the benefits of embalming and maintaining meticulous standards in everything you do.
Acting as a trusted and well-respected ambassador for the team within the local community.
What You'll Receive
We believe in supporting our people with fantastic benefits, wellbeing resources, and a supportive, caring work environment:
Competitive Pay: £38,571 per annum (£19.78/hr) plus London allowance.
Financial Flexibility: Access to a money management app giving you flexible access to a percentage of your pay as you earn it.
Colleague Discounts: 30% off Co-op branded products and 10% off other brands in food stores all year-round, plus discounts on other services.
Future Planning: Excellent pension scheme with up to 10% employer contributions.
Health & Wellbeing: 24/7 access to an Employee Assistance Programme, virtual GP appointments, free eye tests, and physical/mental health support.
Time Off: Holidays starting from 23 days per year (pro-rata, rising with service).
Career Growth: Endless career development opportunities, including apprenticeships and professional training.
About You
Qualifications: You hold a BIE (British Institute of Embalmers) qualification or equivalent.
Attributes: You bring a caring nature, emotional maturity, a practical can-do attitude, and the ability to think on your feet while expertly prioritizing your work.
Culture Fit: You appreciate that families only get one chance to deliver a perfect final tribute, and you embrace an inclusive, compassionate workplace culture.