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Crematorium Attendant

Job Summary
Contract Type:
Casual / Seasonal / Bank / Permanently Variable hours
Working Pattern:
As and when required
Advert Start Date:
29/11/2024
Advert End Date:
Closed for applications on 05/12/2024 23:59
Salary:
Grade 5 £13.26 to £14.36 per hour
Hours per week:
As and when required
Job Category:
Crematoriums and Cemeteries
Vacancy ID:
273510
Employment Location:
Mountsett & Durham Crematoriums
Post Number:
NCC24-396
Number of posts:
1
Closing date:
5 Dec
Further Information
We have opportunities for a Casual Crematorium Attendant to join the teams at both the Council's Crematoriums.

WHAT IS INVOLVED? 
You will assist in the provision of a sympathetic service to the bereaved, clergy, funeral directors and visitors and ensure that an atmosphere of dignity and the highest possible ethical standard is maintained at all times providing the role of crematorium attendant, and chapel attendant as and when required. 

You will also carry out grounds maintenance/gardening duties associated with the crematorium and assist in administration duties.  

We encourage you to contact Graham Harrison, Bereavement Services Manager via email at graham.harrison@durham.gov.uk to arrange an informal discussion about the role.  
 
WHAT WILL I NEED? 
You will need to be educated to GCSE grades 9-4/A*-C and have the willingness to work towards an ICCM or FBCA qualification.

You should be computer literated with experience of customer care and working with members of the public.
 
REWARDS AND BENEFITS
We offer generous rewards and benefits that are designed to help you perform at your best:

Please refer to the attached person specification for the full criteria. 
Rewards and benefits are subject to individual terms and conditions. Take a closer look: https://www.durham.gov.uk/article/26895/Rewards-and-benefits

EQUALITY, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION
We are a proud equal opportunities employer and recognise that a diverse, talented workforce brings new ideas and new perspectives, which will facilitate growth and improvements to services. 
 
We are committed to ensuring that our employment policies and processes are fair and equitable to all.  We welcome job applications from everyone, and successful candidates are considered only on their skills and ability to do the job.
 
As a Disability Confident Leader, we encourage applications from disabled people and provide support throughout the recruitment process.
 
Take a closer look: https://www.durham.gov.uk/article/26899/Equality-diversity-and-inclusion-in-our-workforce
 
HOW TO APPLY 
In line with the County Council's Recruitment and Selection Policy, please note that we are unable to accept CVs. Applications must be submitted on-line via the Northeast Jobs portal.   

Please use the ‘Person Specification’ section of your application form to demonstrate that you have the essential and where possible, desirable experience, skills, and knowledge.  Candidates who do not evidence that they meet the essential qualifications and experience listed on the person specification will not be short-listed.  

If you have any support needs or require assistance when applying for this role, please contact the Recruitment Team via email on RecruitmentNCC@durham.gov.uk or telephone 03000 262727 – Option 4.

INTERVIEWS 
Interviews are scheduled to be held week commencing 9 December 2025.
 
We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants that can show they meet all the essential criteria and have indicated they have a disability, are a looked after young person, care leaver or a veteran. 

We collect personal information from you when you register with North East Jobs and make an application. Details on how we process your personal data is available in our Privacy Notice. https://www.durham.gov.uk/media/24645/Privacy-notice-human-resources/pdf/PrivacyNotice-HR.pdf
 
PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION REGARDING YOUR APPLICATION FOR THIS POST WILL BE SENT TO THE EMAIL ADDRESS THAT YOU HAVE REGISTERED WITH NORTH EAST JOBS, INCLUDING YOUR INVITE TO INTERVIEW IF YOU ARE SHORTLISTED. PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL AFTER THE CLOSING DATE FOR NOTIFICATION FROM DONOTREPLY@NORTHEASTJOBS.ORG.UK AS YOU WILL NOT BE NOTIFIED BY ANY OTHER MEANS. PLEASE ENSURE YOU CHECK YOUR JUNK MAIL.
 
Please note
This job is closed for applications.