Job Opportunities for the Over 50s
The pandemic saw more over 50s than ever before leaving the workforce and not return. However, a recent survey by the Office of National Statistics (ONS) discovered that the majority of workers aged 50 to 65 who left employment during the pandemic are keen to return to the workplace if they could find suitable roles.
As a funeral director, the nature of our work does suit those looking for part-time, flexible and sometimes casual job roles that meet the needs of the over 50s who are currently out of work.
The pandemic forced behavioural changes
Since the beginning of the pandemic, the number of people who have left the labour market has risen steeply. This has been largely driven by the over 50s leaving the workforce due to early retirement, long-term ill health, and stress. At this current time, unemployment is very low and there are lots of job vacancies. The latest figures show that 57.1% of 50-64 year-olds are now economically inactive. Mike Keoghan, a statistician at the ONS, said there is evidence “the pandemic forced a variety of behavioural changes on people.” According to the ONS's Over 50s Lifestyle Study, 15% of respondents said the COVID-19 pandemic was the main reason for them leaving work, 10% said they wanted a change in lifestyle, and 10% cited mental health and stress.
Favourable and flexible working arrangements would bring the over 50s back to work
Research by the Office of National Statistics (ONS), which formed part of its Over 50s Lifestyle Study polled 43,250 individuals in August 2022 in order to understand the motivations of those aged 50 to 65 years leaving work during the coronavirus pandemic. It set out to determine why they left, whether they intend to return, and what may encourage them back to work. The findings were quite significant and found that three in five (58%) workers aged 50 to 65 years would consider returning to work. The main criteria would be finding a paid job with flexible working hours (32%), good pay (23%), and being able to work from home (12%). Favourable working arrangements would be required when considering jobs for the over 50s.
Why join CPJ Field?
- Established and reputable company
- Flexible hours and part-time work available.
- Excellent working environment
- Full training is offered at the CPJ Field Academy
- Competitive salaries
- Wellbeing benefits include a 24-hour helpline
Lots of people are joining us and taking up a range of jobs that suit the over 50s. Due to the current economic situation, people are being tempted back into the workforce and CPJ Field is offering a working environment that meets the criteria that the over 50s are looking for. They are finding that the extra income alongside part-time working are huge incentives.
For further information or to browse our current vacancies, please see our 'Jobs for Over 50s' section of the website.
Funeral Director & Service Training at the CPJ Academy
CPJ Field is offering part-time jobs for the over 50s and there are many great reasons why you should work at CPJ Field including taking advantage of our own Academy. This offers a comprehensive funeral service training programme to support new recruits and our colleagues across all roles within the company. We believe that investing in our colleagues is key to our continued success. That’s why we equip you with the knowledge so you can carry out your funeral service duties to the highest standards possible. Our unique and industry-leading training Academy allows us to fully support our teams, irrespective of the job you are training to do within the company. The positions available range from Funeral Directors to Funeral Service Members. Training is key in all aspects of funeral service so that you can support families at a very difficult time.
What is the Academy funeral service training programme?
CPJ Field’s Academy training programme takes place in-house over an 8-day period. It can be taken as one, or as a combination of courses. These courses are available not only for onboarding new colleagues, but also to support current employees who want to improve their skills and knowledge. Seven aspects are covered ranging from the Funeral Home, Funeral Arranging, Cremation, Burials, Different Faiths, Local Knowledge and Information and Guiding the Family.
How can CPJ Field help if you are planning to return to work?
At CPJ Field, we know that people over the age of 50 bring many different skills and experience.
If you are planning to return to work or are looking for a rewarding job opportunity, we have a variety of flexible and casual options available. Now is the perfect time to start on a new path, particularly as we offer a full training programme for employees to start their career. At CPJ Field, we have many varied and fulfilling opportunities, where community spirit and sociability are key to the role. You will be working in small friendly teams based in our funeral homes throughout the South East.
To find out more about our careers, our funeral service Academy training, and job opportunities, particularly jobs for the over 50s, either Contact Us or visit our Jobs Page. If you do not find a position that is suitable for you, please do get in touch with us as opportunities are always available.
