Bank Housekeeping / Laundry Assistant

Care Concern Group; Ayr; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PVG Paid

Uniform Provided

Job summary

Doonbank Care Home is seeking a Housekeeping / Laundry Assistant to maintain a clean, safe and welcoming environment and to support laundry services. This hands-on role focuses on high hygiene standards and resident comfort.

You will clean residents' rooms, bathrooms and communal areas, support laundry tasks including washing, drying, ironing and returning clothing clearly labelled, while following infection control and health and safety procedures to ensure a calm, well organised home.

Qualifications

• Positive and reliable approach.
• Good attention to detail and organisation.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication skills.
• Understanding of hygiene and infection control is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Clean residents' rooms, bathrooms and communal areas to a high standard of hygiene and presentation.
• Support laundry duties including washing, drying, ironing and returning clothing clearly labelled.
• Follow infection control, health and safety and housekeeping procedures at all times.
• Contribute to a well organised and welcoming environment for residents.

Skills

Positive attitude

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Job description

Located in the heart of Patna, Doonbank Care Home provides personalised nursing and residential care for up to 36 residents, promoting small group living in a warm, family-like setting. While thoughtfully equipped with all modern comforts, the home maintains a sense of calm and unhurried tranquility—ensuring every resident feels relaxed, supported, and truly at home. We are proud to hold a carehome.co.uk rating of 9.7 and Care Inspectorate grades of 4, 5, 5, 4, and 4, reflecting our ongoing commitment to high-quality, person-centred care.

Housekeeping / Laundry Assistant Contract

• £12.71 per hour
• Contracted to Bank hours per week
• Paid PVG, uniform provided

Role Overview

As Housekeeping / Laundry Assistant, you will play a key role in maintaining a clean, safe and welcoming environment while also supporting laundry services. This is a varied, hands on role where your attention to detail and high standards will directly impact comfort, dignity and daily wellbeing.

You will be responsible for cleaning residents’ rooms, bathrooms and communal areas, ensuring all spaces are maintained to a high standard of hygiene and presentation. Alongside this, you will support laundry duties including washing, drying, ironing and returning clothing correctly, ensuring all items are clearly labelled and handled with care.

Working closely with the wider team, you will follow infection control, health and safety and housekeeping procedures, ensuring all tasks are carried out safely and efficiently. Your role will contribute to a well organised and comfortable environment where individuals feel respected and supported.

What We Are Looking For

• A positive and reliable approach
• Good attention to detail and organisationAbility to work independently and as part of a team
• Good communication skills
• Understanding of hygiene and infection control is beneficial
• Previous experience is welcomed but not essential

About Us

Doonbank Care Home is part of Care Concern Group, a family owned, market leading care provider with a strong and growing presence across the United Kingdom. We are committed to delivering high quality care and developing supportive, rewarding workplaces where our teams can thrive.

Our five core values Trust|Respect|Passion|Kindness|Inclusivity are at the heart of everything we do, shaping the care we deliver and the environments we create. If you share these values and want to build or develop your career in care, we would love to hear from you.