Casual Chapel Attendant

Bereavement Services are seeking caring and self-motivated people to work as part of a small team located at The Crematorium, Magdalen Lawn Cemetery in Gorleston.

The posts are on a casual basis only, to cover holiday and sickness for the permanent members of the Bereavement Services Team. Applicants must have the availability, flexibility and commitment to cover at very short notice.

Duties will include pall bearing, preparing the chapel in accordance with the requirements of each group of mourners, display and disposal of floral tributes in designated areas, operation of a computerised music system as and when required.

You will also ensure that all areas of the complex are maintained to a high standard of cleanliness.

Closing date: 11 October 2026

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We know that our team members are our most valuable asset, working hard to achieve our short and long term goals. Find out more about the people who work with us, and if you are as ambitious as we are, apply now and be part of our team.

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