AW Lymn welcomes funeral arranger in Bottesford branch
Andy McFeeters is currently in the final stage of completing AW Lymn’s funeral arranger programme
AW Lymn has announced that Andy McFeeters has begun working as a funeral arranger at its recently opened Bottesford funeral home, in Leicester.
The news comes after McFeeters, who retired from a 30-year sports coaching career in July 2023, decided to pursue a new role in the funeral industry after three close relatives passed away in quick succession.
McFeeters is currently in the final stage of completing AW Lymn’s funeral arranger programme.
The programme supports trainees through four nationally recognised qualifications: National Association of Funeral Directors (NAFD) Funeral Service Awareness Training; NAFD Funeral Arranging and Administration Certificate; Institute of Advanced Motorists Membership (IAM) and the Emergency First Aid at Work qualification.
The funeral arranger module requires trainees to take part in seven weeks of placements across all areas of the business from the floristry department through to the mortuary, before finishing with nine weeks of placement at three of AW Lymn’s funeral homes.
Open to all ages and backgrounds, the training programme attracts those interested in the sector at various stages in life.
Matthew Lymn Rose, managing director of AW Lymn, said: “We’re passionate about not only helping to train the next generation of workers in the funeral sector, but also providing an opportunity for those looking to change careers too.
“Our training programme is open to anyone with an interest in the sector, as long as they can demonstrate they’re passionate, committed and willing to put in the necessary work and self-study.
He added: “We put a lot of time into developing a training programme that gives people all the skills they need to understand how the whole industry works, as well as best preparing them for any higher qualifications they may wish to study for. Andy has settled into his role seamlessly and has proven to be a real asset to the business.”
McFeeters added: “While switching careers can seem like a daunting prospect for some, I really feel as though I’ve found my second vocation.
“When I first retired, I knew I wanted to do something different and have a new challenge. This role so far has been incredibly rewarding and I’ve been supported by a great team of people at AW Lymn who have welcomed and guided me through my training. It’s been a highly positive experience for me.”
