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Mortuary Jobs in the UK
Tired of speaking to recruiters who don’t understand mortuary procedures? Why not put your trust in Maxxima, a different kind of healthcare recruiter? Our teams are trained to specifically understand the anatomical pathology industry so they can pair you with the best possible mortuary job for your work experience level, location, and personal requirements.
We have built up a great reputation for removing the hassle from job searching and we pride ourselves on offering you a personalised and stress-free experience. Join Maxxima today and search for a mortician job today, with an agency that puts people first.
Latest job opportunities
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Mortuary Technician - Carlisle
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The Biomedical Science team at Maxxima are currently recruiting a Mortuary Technician to work in a busy NHS Hospital ...

Why work with Maxxima to find a mortuary job?
As one of the UK’s leading mortuary recruiters, we have developed an efficient job placement process that puts applicants first.
Our team is dedicated to listening carefully to the type of mortuary role you are looking for and matching your experience and skill set to the right opportunity. Whether it be a mortuary assistant job, or a mortuary technician role, our team will adapt to you to ensure your needs are met in your next role.
We have great relationships with a range of public and private sector healthcare organisations which enables us to offer you exclusive mortuary roles and excellent high rates of pay, that you won’t find elsewhere.
Success Stories

Your Maxxima Journey
Accessing exclusive roles and the expert support from the Maxxima team is simple. Just follow the steps below
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Search
Search for a job today with Maxxima. We have a wide selection of roles available. Both private and NHS mortuary jobs, with permanent and locum roles available.
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Guidance
From interview advice to relocation assistance, we will guide you through the whole process of getting your next mortician job. We’re here to help.
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Payment
We put in a lot of effort to ensure you get a competitive salary for your new mortuary job. We use our connections with employers to discuss and agree on a good pay, and our payroll experts make sure you receive your salary on time.
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Support
We’ll stay in touch even after you’ve started your mortician job, continuing to offer our valuable advice whenever you need it.
Maxxima Benefits
Working with Maxxima to find mortuary jobs means you can access a whole host of exclusive perks, giving you the edge when applying to roles.
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MASTER VENDOR PROGRAMME
Exclusive opportunities you won't find anywhere else
More than 150 health organisations in the UK, both public and private, have chosen Maxxima as their main source for hiring temporary staff, making Maxxima their ‘master vendor’. This status lets us you with provide job opportunities that other agencies can't offer.
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BEST RATES OF PAY
Excellent and highly competitive rates of pay
We believe in giving top-quality staff the best pay. Our reputation for good pay is well-known, which helps us attract the best candidates looking for mortuary jobs. At Maxxima, we’re continuously revaluating our pay rates to stay ahead and reward our hardworking candidates.
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24/7/365 DAYS SUPPORT
A dedicated team, committed to supporting you
Starting from your first interaction with a consultant and extending throughout your mortuary shift or job placement, you'll benefit from the support of the experienced Maxxima team at every phase. With Maxxima, you'll be provided with a prompt and dependable service committed to assisting you at all hours.
Find your perfect role with Maxxima
With a unique combination of matching technology and human expertise, Maxxima will find you a job you’ll love.
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Mortuary jobs near you
As a leading mortuary recruitment agency in the UK, Maxxima provides mortician jobs across the whole of the UK. You can browse jobs by location on our website or register with us and let us know the locations you’re able to commute to. We have a wide range of permanent and locum mortuary jobs within the NHS and private sector just waiting to be filled, so why not take a look and see if there is an ideal job for you?

How much can a mortuary locum worker earn?
As a locum worker, your rate of pay will be discussed between you and your consultant at the point of finding you a great opportunity. There are a number of factors involved in negotiating your overall pay, including experience, specialist expertise, location and setting. London living costs are also taken into consideration and uplifts are applied where relevant.
Should you be looking for a permanent placement, your annual salary offer and remuneration package will be discussed between you and your consultant at Maxxima during your application.
NHS Employers provides information around NHS Terms and Conditions of Service, pay and allowances from 1 April 2020. Please see the agenda for change pay scales for a full breakdown.
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Band 4 £22-£26
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Working as a locum mortician
If you're employed as an anatomical pathology technician, you might have to work during unconventional hours and shifts, which can affect your personal life. This is why a lot of our candidates opt for locum mortuary jobs. In this type of role, you get to have more influence over your schedule and can also gather valuable experience in different environments while performing post-mortem examinations. We also offer numerous opportunities in both the private sector and within NHS foundation trusts.

Join Maxxima today
Join thousands of people who already trust Maxxima to find their dream job in healthcare.