About this role
Job summary ABOUT THE ROLE This is a casual, part-time role offering flexible working. As a Bank Laundry Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help to make sure our residents receive quality care and support in the best possible surroundings. By making sure each resident has clean clothing and bedding, you'll be playing your own part in helping everyone to feel comfortable and at home. The role of Laundry Assistant involves sorting, washing, drying, ironing and contributing to the overall look and feel of the home. It's a great way to get a sense of what it takes to keep everything running smoothly in our homes and it could open up other opportunities as you develop. ABOUT YOU To join us as a Bank Laundry Assistant you'll need a personable approach, good practical skills and determination to provide an exceptional laundry service. Just as importantly, you should be reliable and committed to making a positive difference to our residents. In return we'll provide all the training you need to thrive.
Main duties of the job This is a casual, part-time role offering flexible working at a Barchester care home. As a Bank Laundry Assistant, you'll ensure residents receive quality care in the best surroundings by providing them with clean clothing and bedding, contributing to their comfort. The role includes sorting, washing, drying, ironing, and enhancing the home's appearance. To join as a Bank Laundry Assistant, you need to have a personable approach, practical skills, and commitment to providing an exceptional laundry service. Reliability and dedication to making a positive impact on residents are essential. Barchester offers training to help you thrive in the role.
About us Barchester Healthcare is one of the UK's leading healthcare providers, offering a supportive and engaging environment for career growth. As a company, Barchester takes the development of its employees seriously, providing plenty of opportunities for learning and professional advancement. The organisation is committed to delivering high-quality care in its homes, ensuring that both residents and staff feel valued and supported. Employees enjoy competitive pay and flexible working opportunities, making Barchester a rewarding place to work. The organisation takes pride in fostering an environment where everyone can thrive and excel.
Job description Job responsibilities
ABOUT THE ROLEThis is a casual, part-time role offering flexible working. As a Bank Laundry Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help to make sure our residents receive quality care and support in the best possible surroundings. By making sure each resident has clean clothing and bedding, you'll be playing your own part in helping everyone to feel comfortable and at home. The role of Laundry Assistant involves sorting, washing, drying, ironing and contributing to the overall look and feel of the home. It's a great way to get a sense of what it takes to keep everything running smoothly in our homes and it could open up other opportunities as you develop.
ABOUT YOUTo join us as a Bank Laundry Assistant you'll need a personable approach, good practical skills and determination to provide an exceptional laundry service. Just as importantly, you should be reliable and committed to making a positive difference to our residents. In return we'll provide all the training you need to thrive.
REWARDS PACKAGEAs well as competitive pay, you can look forward to a role that offers true flexibility and plenty of free learning and development opportunities. As one of the UK's leading healthcare providers, we take the growth of everyone who works for us seriously.
As this is a Bank position to provide cover as and when we need it, such as for annual leave or sick leave, the hours and days you work will vary.
If you'd like to use your attention to detail and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding place to be.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
No specific qualifications are required, but a personable approach, good practical skills, and determination to provide an exceptional laundry service are essential.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details Employer name Barchester Healthcare
Address Barchester Healthcare
Torquay
TQ1 1RR
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)