- Please note: the home is located in Woburn Sands and very difficult to access without your own transport
Job Title: Laundry Assistant
Location: Burlington Hall Care Home, 9 Station Road, Woburn Sands, MK17 8RR
Hours: 8:00am – 3:00pm or 8:00am – 4:00pm (flexible)
Contract: Part-time / Full-time (as agreed)
About the Role
We are looking for a reliable and hardworking Laundry Assistant to join our team in a busy 70-bed care home. You will play a key role in ensuring all residents’ clothing, bedding, and linen are cleaned, handled, and returned to a high standard, maintaining dignity and infection control at all times.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
- Collect, sort, wash, dry, and fold residents’ clothing and linen
- Ensure all items are clearly labelled and returned to the correct resident
- Operate laundry equipment safely and effectively (washing machines, dryers, etc.)
- Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in the laundry area
- Follow infection control procedures and COSHH guidelines at all times
- Report any damaged or missing items to management
- Ensure adequate stock levels of laundry supplies (detergents, bags, etc.)
- Work closely with care staff to ensure timely turnaround of laundry
- Keep the laundry room clean, organised, and safe
- Adhere to health & safety policies and care home procedures
Skills and Experience
- Previous experience in a laundry or care setting is desirable but not essential
- Good attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Good organisation and time management skills
- Understanding of hygiene and infection control (training will be provided)
- Kind, respectful, and patient approach when working around residents
Personal Qualities
- Reliable and punctual
- Hardworking and proactive
- Caring and respectful towards elderly residents
- Takes pride in maintaining high standards
Additional Information
- Full training and support will be provided
- Uniform provided
Safeguarding
Burlington Hall Care Home is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults. All applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references sent.
Pay: £12.71 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Flexitime
- Free parking
Work Location: In person
