About this role
Job summary ABOUT THE ROLE As a Laundry Assistant at a The Spires 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. Part time role 20 hrs per week across 3 days, may include weekends on a rota. ABOUT YOU To join us as a 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 PACKAGE As well as a competitive salary, Barchester offers one of the best rewards packages in the care sector. Your generous benefits would include: Free learning and development Automatic enrolment into our profit share scheme A range of holiday, retail and leisure discounts Unlimited access to our Refer a Friend bonus scheme 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.
Main duties of the job This position is for a Laundry Assistant at The Spires care home under Barchester Healthcare. In this role, you will ensure that residents receive quality care and support, focusing on providing them with clean clothing and bedding. Your tasks will include sorting, washing, drying, and ironing, contributing to the home's overall ambiance. This part-time role requires working 20 hours per week over three days, potentially including weekends. The ideal candidate should possess a friendly demeanor, practical skills, and a strong resolve to deliver excellent laundry service. Barchester Healthcare promises to provide all necessary training, ensuring you can fulfill your duties effectively.
About us Barchester Healthcare is a prominent provider of care services in the United Kingdom, known for delivering outstanding care and support to its residents. They operate an extensive network of care homes and hospitals across the country, each designed to meet the specific needs of their residents and patients. Barchester Healthcare focuses on creating a caring and supportive environment, enabling individuals to lead fulfilling lives with dignity and independence. Their dedicated staff members are committed to making a positive difference, backed by Barchester's commitment to comprehensive training and development. The company's dedication to quality care is reflected in its generous reward packages and professional growth opportunities.
Job description Job responsibilities
ABOUT THE ROLEAs a Laundry Assistant at a The Spires 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.
Part time role 20 hrs per week across 3 days, may include weekends on a rota.
ABOUT YOUTo join us as a 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 a competitive salary, Barchester offers one of the best rewards packages in the care sector. Your generous benefits would include:
Free learning and development Automatic enrolment into our profit share scheme A range of holiday, retail and leisure discounts Unlimited access to our Refer a Friend bonus scheme
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 for the role of Laundry Assistant; however, a personable approach, good practical skills, and reliability are essential. The role requires a commitment to providing exceptional laundry service and making a positive difference to residents.
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
Lichfield
WS13 8JD
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)