About this role
Job summary The Laundry Assistant role at Barchester Healthcare involves working in a care home setting, where the primary responsibility is to ensure that residents always have access to clean clothing and bedding. This part-time, casual position offers flexible working arrangements, tailored to fit around other commitments. Potential candidates will have the opportunity to work in a supportive environment where they can make a difference in residents' daily lives by contributing to their comfort and wellbeing. The position is part of Barchester's broader mission to provide quality care, and it may lead to other opportunities within the organisation.
Main duties of the job As a Laundry Assistant at a Barchester care home, your role will entail sorting, washing, drying, ironing, and ensuring that all laundry tasks are carried out efficiently. The importance of clean and presentable clothing and bedding to the residents' sense of comfort and wellbeing cannot be overstated, making your contribution highly valued. The position offers flexibility, which is ideal for those who have other commitments but are keen on being part of a healthcare environment. Training is provided to all employees to help them thrive and potentially pave the way for future advancement within the company.
About us Barchester Healthcare is one of the UK's leading providers of healthcare services, focused on delivering extraordinary care to its residents. They are committed to developing their staff and offering comprehensive training to ensure everyone has the skills and knowledge they need to deliver high standards of care. The company understands that the success of their service depends on the quality of their staff. As such, they value flexibility, dedication, and a commitment to their core values, providing a rewarding working environment with opportunities for professional growth.
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
A personable approach and good practical skills are needed. Reliability and a commitment to improving the daily lives of residents 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
Chalfont St. Peter
SL9 0QQ
Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)