About this role
Job summary If you are passionate about caring for the elderly and want to build a long-term career in one of our award-winning homes, then look no further than Akari Care. Our aim is to create an environment where our residents are valued, respected, and are offered the personalised care they deserve. We now seek an additional Laundry Assistant who is passionate about, and thrives on, making a real and positive difference to the lives of older people. Working in collaboration and unison with the Housekeeper and the wider domestic team you will be responsible for ensuring the smooth, efficient running of all laundry processes in the home. This will include giving your undivided attention and care to all items for laundering, performing minor repairs to the residents personal items of clothing whilst being respectful and supportive of individual and differing needs. Continually and compassionately assess all aspects of residents laundry requirements and provide dedicated and individualised attention if / when required. Methodically ensure that the laundry room is permanently clean and tidy, and that all equipment is clean and well maintained alongside imparting your knowledge to all other colleagues to ensure they adhere to the same high standards.
Main duties of the job We now seek an additional Laundry Assistant who is passionate about making a real and positive difference in the lives of older people. As a Laundry Assistant, you will work in collaboration with the Housekeeper and the wider domestic team to ensure the smooth, efficient running of all laundry processes in the home. Responsibilities include giving undivided attention to all items for laundering, performing minor repairs to residents clothing, and supporting individual needs. You will ensure the laundry room is clean and tidy, and all equipment is well maintained. You must be mindful of individual religious and cultural backgrounds, making sure residents feel they receive personalized service.
About us Akari Care is dedicated to creating an environment where residents are valued and respected. Committed to offering personalized care, Akari Care strives to make a real and positive difference in the lives of older people. By joining Akari Care, employees have the opportunity to develop their knowledge, skills, and abilities to support vulnerable adults. Akari Care offers a competitive salary, pension contributions, recognition schemes, and rewarding referral schemes. Uniforms and DBS check costs are covered, and employees enjoy 28 days of annual leave based on full-time hours. Flexible working patterns, funded training, and personal development support are also provided.
Job description Job responsibilities
If you are passionate about caring for the elderly and want to build a long-term career in one of our award-winning homes, then look no further than Akari Care. Our aim is to create an environment where our residents are valued, respected, and are offered the personalised care they deserve.
We now seek an additional Laundry Assistant who is passionate about, and thrives on, making a real and positive difference to the lives of older people.
Working in collaboration and unison with the Housekeeper and the wider domestic team you will be responsible for ensuring the smooth, efficient running of all laundry processes in the home. This will include giving your undivided attention and care to all items for laundering, performing minor repairs to the residents personal items of clothing whilst being respectful and supportive of individual and differing needs. Continually and compassionately assess all aspects of residents laundry requirements and provide dedicated and individualised attention if / when required. Methodically ensure that the laundry room is permanently clean and tidy, and that all equipment is clean and well maintained alongside imparting your knowledge to all other colleagues to ensure they adhere to the same high standards.
Whilst you will be involved in all the practical duties you would expect in a busy care home laundry environment it is important to be mindful of and conscious to individual religious and cultural backgrounds. To be continuously aware of how these needs might impact our residents alongside making sure they all feel that they have a personalised service.
By showing us you can match our values with the right desire for personalised excellence, community spirit and a kind, caring and compassionate nature, we, in return, can offer you a career developing your knowledge, skills and abilities to support vulnerable adults with the care their individual needs require.What we require from you:
Experience of working within similar environment Laundry experience required A caring nature with ability to give everyone a personal approach. Flexible and adaptable to changes at short notice. Work well under pressure without negative impact to those around you. Warm, approachable, and engaging persona Respect everyone, treating others as you would expect to be treated. Resilient and adaptable to differing needs of colleagues and residentsWhat is in it for you:
A competitive salary Pension contribution of 3% Recognition schemes and rewarding referral schemes. Uniform provided and DBS check costs paid. 28 days annual leave (based on full-time hours, including Bank Holidays) Flexible working patterns Fully funded training and development Support with personal development plans. The opportunity to gain experience and develop both personally and professionally. An engaging community environment where everyone is respected and included.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Experience of working within a similar environment and laundry experience are required. The candidate must possess a caring nature, flexibility, resilience, and the ability to work well under pressure. An approachable and engaging persona, adaptability to changes, and the ability to respect everyone 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 Akari Care Limited
Address Akari Care
Blyth
NE24 1DW
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.akaricare.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)