Mortuary and Bereavement Assistant
At a glance
- Band
- Band 4
- Contract
- Permanent
- Pattern
- Full-time
- Posted
- 18/09/2026
- Closes
- 02/10/2026
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Role summary
The Mortuary & Bereavement Assistant supports the Bereavement Officer in providing sensitive and high-quality bereavement care, adhering to Trust policies and statutory requirements. This role involves liaising with internal and external agencies, maintaining accurate records, and coordinating family visits. The post holder will also undertake mortuary duties under supervision, ensuring dignity and compliance with legal and ethical standards. This includes booking-in, identification checks, preparation for viewing or release, and supporting post-mortem activity.
Essential criteria
- HND or equivalent
- Evidence of organisational skills in all 3 categories (self, others, workload)
- Previous administration experience
Desirable criteria
- Experience of dealing with deceased persons and bereaved families
- General awareness of health & safety
- Evidence of knowledge of H&S implications when dealing with deceased persons
- Understanding of post-mortem examinations & coronial system, issues arising from Redfern report and understanding of registration procedures
- Evidence of appropriate knowledge and skills of Microsoft packages
- Evidence of effective oral communications skills
- Keyboard skills
- Evidence of ability to write coherent documents
- Good teamwork skills
- Ability to work independently without supervision
- Other
- Hospital administration and finance arrangements
- Evidence of progression in knowledge and career
- Positive attitude towards change
- HND or equivalent
- Evidence of organisational skills in all 3 categories (self, others, workload)
- Previous administration experience
- Experience of dealing with deceased persons and bereaved families
- General awareness of health & safety
- Evidence of knowledge of H&S implications when dealing with deceased persons
- Understanding of post-mortem examinations & coronial system, issues arising from Redfern report and understanding of registration procedures
- Evidence of appropriate knowledge and skills of Microsoft packages
- Evidence of effective oral communications skills
- Keyboard skills
- Evidence of ability to write coherent documents
- Good teamwork skills
- Ability to work independently without supervision
- Other
- Hospital administration and finance arrangements
- Evidence of progression in knowledge and career
- Positive attitude towards change
Useful to know
Agenda for Change 2024/25 pays Band 4 at £26,530 – £29,114 a year, across England.
This advert: £28,392 – £31,157 — outside the standard scale; check for HCAS/London weighting.
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Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Mortuary and Bereavement Assistant
The closing date is 02 October 2026
Job summary
The Mortuary & Bereavement Assistant is responsible for supporting the Bereavement Officer in delivering a sensitive, responsive, and high-quality bereavement care service in accordance with Trust policies, statutory requirements, and relevant legislation. This role requires knowledge of bereavement processes, cultural considerations, advanced interpersonal skills, and the ability to liaise effectively with internal teams and external agencies.
The post holder will provide operational support within the Bereavement Office and, when required, undertake mortuary duties under supervision, ensuring accurate documentation, dignity, and compliance with legal and ethical standards.
Main duties of the job
Provide cross-site support across Bereavement and Mortuary services, acting as a first point of contact for families, staff, and external agencies. Maintain accurate records in line with Trust policy, GDPR, and legal requirements. Liaise with Registrars, Coroner's Office, Medical Examiners, and clinical teams to ensure timely completion of documentation.
Coordinate family visits and ensure safe handling and release of the deceased and patient property. Assist with funeral arrangements and bereavement processes, including post-mortem
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