Funeral Arranger Review

I meet families to discuss and arrange funerals for their loved ones. This involves going through everything with them and then making sure all of the relevant third parties have been booked along with flowers, coffins etc for the day.

I came into the role completely in the dark and at the start of the pandemic so I have learnt a lot of new skills along the way.

A bit of a mix. I really disliked the beginning as I had no idea what I was doing and it was based on personal development which I hate. When it moved onto the next topic, I began to find it more engaging.

I don't feel it is. I have no idea what is expected of me long term so just plod through the activities that have been currently set. Occasionally, I have had to ask for work as it hasn't been noticed I have completed it all. I have also had to complete functional skills alongside.

Not a lot. I struggle with having enough time to complete the work and get told I have to be selfish and make time for myself but this is easier said than done.

Not much. She is good at responding to email if I have a question but when we have teams meetings, I generally come away feeling really confused and unsure what I am meant to be doing. When I ask for clarification, I often still don't understand and then feel silly to ask again.

It hasn't helped much so far but I feel it may in the long run. Due to the delay in starting the apprenticeship, I was already in the role for a while so knew a fair amount. Our funeral home is one of the busier ones.

This is difficult as I have two children at home. Being part time, I unfortunately miss a lot of these as I have other responsibilities.

Yes

I enjoy working here and feel they are a good company

not sure