East Cambridgeshire District Council

Are you ready to provide compassionate support to bereaved families during their most difficult moments? East Cambridgeshire District Council has an exciting Crematorium Technician opportunity! Location: Mepal, Cambridgeshire, CB6 2AZ Salary: £33,699 to £38,220 per annum Job Type: Full Time, Permanent Closing Date: Friday 15 May 2026 About Us: East Cambridgeshire boasts excellent transport links, stunning countryside, vibrant markets, and welcoming communities and it one of the UK's happiest and healthiest places to live. East Cambridgeshire District Council takes pride in its innovative approach to delivering sustainable and economically driven services that benefit residents, stakeholders, and the environment. Crematorium Technician - The Role: Join us at our brand-new Crematorium and Bereavement Centre, where every day you ll make a genuine difference for families in their time of need. We recognise that death is a natural part of life. Saying farewell to a loved one in a meaningful way is as much about providing love, care, and support for the living, as it is about offering a respectful farewell to the person who has died. As Crematorium Technician, you will uphold the client service promise and WOW (Ways of Working) standards, ensuring that every family experiences a respectful, dignified and reassuring service. Crematorium Technician - Key Responsibilities: - Operate and monitor electric cremators, filtration systems, and ancillary equipment in line with statutory requirements and manufacturer guidance - Ensure receipt, identification, and safe handling of deceased persons and cremated remains in line with legal procedures with the utmost respect - Ensure all cremations are carried out safely, lawfully, and traceably, maintaining full documentation for auditing and compliance purposes - Maintain cleanliness, functionality, and readiness of equipment and facilities to support uninterrupted operations - Manage metal residues after cremation, ensuring appropriate permissions are sought and remains are securely stored - Create a calm, empathetic, and professional environment for bereaved families and visitors - Maintain accurate, auditable records of cremations, ensuring traceability and statutory compliance - Comply with the Code of Cremation Practice, Environmental Protection Act 1990, and Health and Safety at Work Act Crematorium Technician - You: - Relevant Crematorium Technician qualification such as ICCM Certificate or equivalent - Experience as a Crematorium Technician or in bereavement services - Four GCSEs at grade C or above, or equivalent, including English and Maths - Experience in customer-facing roles within sensitive environments - Strong IT skills and experience with record-keeping systems - Compassionate, supportive, empathetic, professional, discreet, and tactful - Ability to work professionally under pressure and handle cremated remains with sensitivity Benefits: - Flexible working in approved cases - Childcare scheme in approved cases - Training and development opportunities - Occupational health programme - Holiday and sickness scheme entitlements Closing Date: Friday 15 May 2026 To submit your CV for this exciting Crematorium Technician opportunity, click Apply today!

Are you ready to lead with compassion and make a meaningful difference during life's most difficult moments? East Cambridgeshire District Council has an exciting Crematorium and Bereavement Supervisor opportunity! Location: Mepal, Cambridgeshire, CB6 2AZ Salary: £37,280 to £42,839 per annum Job Type: Full Time, Permanent Closing Date: Friday 15 May 2026 About Us: East Cambridgeshire boasts excellent transport links, stunning countryside, vibrant markets, and welcoming communities and it one of the UK's happiest and healthiest places to live. East Cambridgeshire District Council takes pride in its innovative approach to delivering sustainable and economically driven services that benefit residents, stakeholders, and the environment. Crematorium and Bereavement Supervisor - The Role: You will lead and supervise the front-line team at Lake View Bereavement Centre, ensuring delivery of high-quality, compassionate bereavement services. Acting as deputy to the Crematorium and Bereavement Service Manager, you will guide staff, oversee daily operations, maintain compliance with burial and cremation legislation, and support continuous improvement. You will model empathetic, professional leadership in emotionally sensitive circumstances, ensuring families feel welcomed, supported, and reassured throughout their experience. Crematorium and Bereavement Supervisor - Key Responsibilities: - Lead, supervise, and support the front-line team to deliver seamless, respectful, and efficient bereavement services - Deputise for the Crematorium and Bereavement Service Manager, ensuring operational continuity and staff wellbeing - Ensure all cremation and natural burial operations are carried out safely, lawfully, and in full compliance with statutory and environmental standards - Support ceremonies through logistics, coordination, and hospitality, ensuring every service meets family expectations - Promote continuous improvement in operational procedures, service delivery, and team performance - Oversee site presentation, maintaining all areas as clean, dignified, and welcoming - Monitor staff and operational processes, ensuring accurate records, bookings, and reporting Crematorium and Bereavement Supervisor - You: - Four GCSEs at grade C or above (or equivalent) including English and Maths - ICCM or equivalent qualifications, or willingness to work towards them - Proven leadership experience in bereavement or customer service environments - Experience supervising staff in operational, customer-focused, or regulated settings - Ability to handle sensitive situations with professionalism, empathy, and discretion - Knowledge of cremation and burial statutory legislation and service procedures - Proficiency in Microsoft Office and willingness to be trained on council IT systems - Compassionate, calm, and resilient under pressure with strong attention to detail Benefits: - Flexible working (in approved cases) - Childcare scheme (in approved cases) - Training and development - Occupational health programme - Holiday and sickness scheme entitlements Closing Date: Friday 15 May 2026 To submit your CV for this exciting Crematorium and Bereavement Supervisor opportunity, click Apply today!

East Cambridgeshire District Council is looking for an experienced and motivated Principal Accountant to lead its finance team and play a key role in shaping the Council's financial strategy and performance. Location: Ely, CB7 4EE Salary: £46,142 - £50,269 per annum plus up to £3,000 annual market supplement and special responsibility allowance at 5% of annual salary p click apply for full job details