Undertakers, Mortuary and Crematorium Assistants
Undertakers, mortuary and crematorium assistants make funeral arrangements for clients, prepare the deceased for burial or cremation, and supervise and assist the proceedings of funerals.
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£21,767
Median salary
New workers start around £11,024.40. Normal pay is £21,767 per year. Highly experienced workers can earn up to £34,510.66.
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Daily Tasks
- Controls the operations of crematoriums and cemeteries and processes legal documentation.
- Provides hearse and funeral cars and leads funeral procession.
- Washes and injects body with sterilising fluid to prevent deterioration prior to funeral, and applies cosmetics, wax and other materials to restore normal appearance.
- Liaises with cemetery or crematorium authorities on behalf of client.
- Interviews relative or representative of the deceased to discuss preparations for funeral.
- Collects body of deceased and assists with the completion of necessary documents.
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