Care Home Laundry & Linen Specialist

Lily; Leicester; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Lily is seeking a dedicated laundry assistant to support our care home. The role involves washing and ironing service users' clothing and bed linen, and handling delicate items with care. You will maintain a clean laundry area, monitor stock, and report any equipment issues to the supervisor.

Training on policies, COSHH, and health and safety will be provided. This on-site role supports a warm, resident-focused home environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in a care home setting preferred.
• Ability to launder service users' personal clothing and bed linen per care home policies.
• Knowledge of COSHH and health & safety practices is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Wash and iron service users' clothing and bed linen according to instructions.
• Launder infected or soiled items in line with home policies.
• Identify items in need of repair and take appropriate action.
• Keep the laundry area clean, tidy and stocked with washing materials.
• Report machine/dryer problems to the supervisor.
• Attend mandatory training and in-house sessions.
• Promote the home and maintain confidentiality as required.
• Adhere to health and safety policies and home procedures.

Skills

Laundry experience

Care home experience

Attention to detail

Job description

Lily is seeking a dedicated laundry assistant to support our care home. The role involves washing and ironing service users' clothing and bed linen, and handling delicate items with care. You will maintain a clean laundry area, monitor stock, and report any equipment issues to the supervisor.

Training on policies, COSHH, and health and safety will be provided. This on-site role supports a warm, resident-focused home environment.