A FUNERAL director has achieved a distinction in her professional qualification.
Rachele Watson’s achievement means the Malvern branch of Jackson Family Funerals in Wells Road is now run by a fully-qualified team.
This reinforces the company’s commitment to the highest professional standards within the sector across the region.
Ms Watson said: “I came into the funeral profession in my early 50s and took on a casual role as a pallbearer to get a ‘foot in the door’ to prove myself and hopefully work towards the role of funeral director.
“I am grateful to have been given the opportunity to progress and to become qualified.”
Rachele Watson (left) and Amie Cook lead the Malvern branch of Jackson Family Funeral Directors (Image: Jackson Family Funeral Directors)
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The funeral profession is undergoing increased regulation with a growing focus on formal qualifications and professional standards.
Recent measures, introduced by the Competition and Markets Authority, require greater transparency around pricing and services while new inspection frameworks for funeral directors in England are being overseen by the Care Quality Commission.
These changes signal a shift towards greater accountability within the previously-unregulated sector with industry qualifications expected to play an increasing role as regulatory frameworks develop.
Ms Watson added: “I am incredibly proud that the Malvern Wells branch is now run by two qualified female funeral directors, Amie (Cook) and myself, and I hope this demonstrates our commitment to our profession and the communities we serve.”
