Funeral service operative Review

by Co-op

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

8.7/10

1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

I work in funeral care, I bear coffins, driver funerals cars, carry out removals and work aside with a learn direct rep to complete a qualification on funeralcare.

9/10

2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

Yes, I can now drive automatic cars (never had the experience before). I also had to confer with my rep without actually ever meeting her at first which is u usual.

9/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I am quite happy with my experience as it is not too much pressure and Catrina is very helpful if I get stuck with anything.

10/10

4. How valued do you feel by Co-op?

I feel valued enough that I don't feel the need to be part of the Union like I did in my last job. However I will still be joining.

9/10

5. How well organised/structured is your programme?

Very well structured. Catrina always makes it very clear what I have to do and what I have left to do. Also she makes me aware of what I can do to progress.

10/10

6a. How much support do you receive from your training provider?

Every appointment I have with my trainer she always asks without fail if there is anything I need from her or anything at all she can help me with. So I am very happy with the support I get from her.

10/10

6b. How much support do you receive from your employer?

I haven't asked for any support yet as I'm quite happy with what I'm doing. Although my employer is happy for me to use the computers etc when needed.

6/10

7. How well does your salary/package meet your costs?

it is enough to get by, however I would like a little more. Perhaps time and a half for call outs throughout the night as we're automatically off the next day and therefore can lose a days work if we're not called out.

7/10

8. Are there many opportunities outside of work?

Yes, there are courses to complete such as funeralcare qualifications and qualifications in embalming.

8/10

9. Would you recommend Co-op to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

The pay isn't bad, they are understanding, they're basically a good company to work for in all respects. I have already given a friend a heads up and he has recently gained a job in funeralcare with the co op.

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Co-op?

Be yourself. Be honest with any mistake you do, as they are willing to help you if you help them. Very supportive.