Laundry Assistant

We are currently looking for an experienced Laundry Assistant. Within this position, you will deliver a well organised and consistent laundry service, demonstrating high standards of cleanliness and handling resident laundry with care,

Duties and Responsibilities Safely store dirty laundry, sorted into appropriate wash loads.
- Wash, dry and iron all bed linen, table linen and towels.
- Ensure that the linen cupboard is well stocked and tidy.
- Ensure systems for the identification and correct return of personal clothing are effective.
- General cleanliness of the Laundry area including air filters and equipment.
- Understand wash guide instructions, laundering requirements of a wide range of têxtiles and the properties of cleaning materials to ensure that all areas are well presented and maintained in good condition.
- Observance of Health & Safety requirements
- Practice safe systems of work across the range of tasks and in particular moving and handling of loads, by assessing risk and having due regard for personal safety and the safety of residents, visitors and staff.
- To complete all mandatory training required and attend required training on/off site.
- Act accordingly towards residents and their visitors, respecting the dignity and individuality of each resident.
- Advise on the supply and quality of items used to carry out tasks, ensuring the timely and appropriate ordering of replacement goods.
- Liaise with housekeeper for special daily requirements
- To be a team player who will help create and maintain a friendly and welcoming atmosphere in the home
- Conscientious, Patience and a professional approach with residents, visitors and colleagues.

Skills/Qualifications
- Organisational skills
- Good attention to detail
- Hygiene
- Laundry/housekeeping
- Organised & methodical

**Salary**: NMW

**Job Types**: Part-time, Permanent

**Salary**: £9.50 per hour

**Benefits**:

- On-site parking

Schedule:

- Day shift

Work Location: One location