We're on the lookout for a warm and outgoing Laundry Assistant to join the team at Langtree Care Home, nestled within the Standish Care Village.
As a Laundry Assistant, you will provide general laundry services within the home in accordance with agreed standards, legislative requirements, relevant regulations and in line with best practices.
You will maintain your skills and undertake such training and development as required.
Role Specific Duties:
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Assist in the assessment of the effectiveness of laundry implementation and delivery
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Implement action to meet and maintain laundry standards, ensuring that all residents' clothing, bedding and linen are washed, dried, ironed and returned to the correct resident promptly and presented to the highest standards at all times
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To evaluate standards of laundry competence liaising with the Registered Manager if you have any concerns
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Ensure that all residents and their families feel at home, with clean, well-cared-for clothing and linen
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Ensure that the laundry room is well stocked and kept clean, tidy and organised at all times, with all equipment used correctly and any faults reported promptly
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To ensure residents' rights are protected
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To be responsible for promoting and protecting the welfare of our residents
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To contribute to the efficient running of the home at all times
Working with Others:
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To develop effective working relationships with other employees and support and develop new and less experienced members of the team
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To attend and participate in team meetings
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To maintain and develop relationships with the residents, their families, friends and other visitors to the home creating a nurturing environment where everyone feels loved and safe
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To be responsible for the health and safety of yourself as well as others in the home under the Health and Safety regulations whilst promptly reporting any hazards or potential hazards to the relevant person
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You will have the ability to work under pressure whilst being flexible and consistent
Leading by Example:
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To seek opportunities for professional and personal growth and development
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Be a role model for other members of the team and be an ambassador for the service
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Be professional, polite and reasonable at all times
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To provide a warm welcome to all new residents, team members and all visitors and to familiarise them with the home
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You will have strong communication skills, be cooperative and have excellent attention to detail
Personal and Professional Development:
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Attend statutory training and any other training as directed whilst being open to learning opportunities
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Have a good understanding of dementia and how it affects those living with the disease
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Have a basic knowledge of CQC and the fundamental standards
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To adhere to all of Millennium Care UK Ltd.’s Policies and Procedures
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£13.45 per hour
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8 hour shifts with half an hour break
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Rolling rota of 4 days one week, 3 days the next
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Complimentary meals, drinks and snacks throughout your shift
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Competitive salary
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A bespoke induction
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Ongoing training and development
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EAP + Benefits
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Partnership with My Staff Shop www.mystaffshop.com
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Employee of the month
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Employee of the year
Millennium Care is a multi-award-winning, family-owned, B Corp accredited care organisation with a difference. Recently named ‘Care Employer of the Year’, we provide expert care across several homes, set in picturesque surroundings across Lancashire and Greater Manchester.
At Millennium we are focused on providing individual, person-centred care, whilst keeping enjoyment alive in all our homes and bringing a fresh and innovative approach to care.
Diversity & Inclusion:
Millennium Care is dedicated to building a workplace that reflects the diversity of the world we live in. We believe that a diverse and inclusive environment is essential for fostering creativity, innovation, and success.
Millennium Care is committed to providing equal opportunities, and creating an inclusive culture while promoting equitable practices.
