Funeral arranger Review

by Co-op

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

6.6/10

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

Arranging funerals for clients contacting Church ministers, doctors, and crematoriums

8/10

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

Yes I have learned how to run a busy office and everything to do with arranging a funeral

8/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I do enjoy the program however I can not work on it while I am at work because I work alone and I have one of the busy branches and our computer system doesn't allow us to connect to all the sites we need to

2/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

the program so far is very good well organised

8/10

5. How much support do you receive from your employer?

Very little apart from my induction notes and the in house training modules but these are not always easy to access

5/10

6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

I receive monthly contact with my trainer with the ability to contact her outside this if needed by email or phone

8/10

7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

I feel that it will give me more confidence

7/10

8. Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)

very few due to the nature of the business and the rural location

7/10

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

Yes

9b. Why?

The coop are one of the best employers I have worked for

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

Don't be put off by the long waiting period in order to start your new job