Laundry Assistant

Tops Day Nurseries; Bournemouth; On-site; Part time

Job summary

Join Tops Day Nurseries as a Laundry Assistant, where you'll maintain high cleanliness standards in a vibrant nursery environment. Enjoy a supportive workplace that values your contributions, with opportunities for career growth and an annual bonus scheme. Perfect for those looking to balance work and family life with part-time hours!

Benefits

Annual Bonus Scheme

Childcare Discount

Holiday Allowance

Health and Wellbeing Support

Career Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Desirable experience in a laundry environment.
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Supportive team player with a flexible approach.

Responsibilities

• Manage incoming laundry batches efficiently and hygienically.
• Ensure cleanliness in the laundry hub and record supplies.
• Coach colleagues and support laundry operations.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Numeracy

Time management

Job description

Pay rate : Up to £12.22 per hour

Contracted Hours: 8hours per week –Wednesdays only 8 hours ideal times of 8.00 – 16.30

“Staff well-being is valued and nurtured. The provider offers staff opportunities to celebrate their achievements and contributions. These include staff nominations on the 'Each Person Scheme' and special award nights to recognise both individual and nursery achievements.”- OFSTED recent feedback

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Laundry Assistant, you will play a vital role in ensuring that all linens, garments, and textiles are cleaned, pressed, and prepared for use. You will work in a fast-paced environment, maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organization.

About You

We and looking for someone who has excellent communication, numeracy and organisational skills. Previous experience working within a laundry environment would be desirable however not essential. You will need to be able to work well under pressure with excellent time management skills and the ability to meet deadlines. You will be a supportive team player, patient and have a flexible, motivated and adaptable approach.

About the Nursery

Tops Bearwood Nursery is a 55 place Day Nursery & Pre-School situated in Bearwood, Bournemouth. The nursery run several extra-curricular activities including Tops Forest School, Holiday club (after school care) and much more!

What does the role involve?

• Receiving and managing incoming laundry batches and ensuring they are laundered and returned to the relevant nurseries.
• Following processes and procedures to launder the incoming loads efficiently and hygienically.
• Following all processes and procedures to ensure the laundry hub is clean and sanitised
• Use personal protective equipment wherever supplied and required.
• Record and restock laundry supplies
• Work with the laundry hub driver to ensure collection and delivery routes are efficient and optimise the operation of the laundry hub.
• Ensure that sustainable practices are embedded and used to ensure the laundry hub is as eco-friendly as possible.
• Work with colleagues, key workers, and other agencies as appropriate.
• Coach colleagues to support and deputise yourself in this role.
• Ensure all laundry processes, policies and risk assessments are followed. Contribute to updating those policies where required.

Why You’ll Love Working with Us

At Tops Day Nurseries, we believe in rewarding our team for their hard work and dedication. Here are some of the fantastic benefits you’ll enjoy as part of our family:

Annual Bonus Scheme : As an Employee-Owned Company, you’ll share in our success. Each May, you’ll have the opportunity to receive a bonus from our profit shares.

Childcare Discount : Enjoy up to 60% off childcare within Tops Day Nurseries, making it easier for you to balance work and family life.

Holiday Allowance : Take advantage of 29 days of holiday (pro rata) to relax and recharge.

Exclusive Deals and Discounts : Access our reward and recognition platform, Each Person, for up to 40% off cinema tickets, Diesel Savings Card, and cashback on your favourite supermarkets and high street retailers.

Health and Wellbeing Support : We’ve got you covered with NHS Prescription Charges, Optical Care, and Dental Treatment.

Career Development : We’re committed to your growth and offer fantastic opportunities for career advancement.

Why Tops Day Nurseries?

We are a leading early education and childcare provider in South England, established in 1990. We promote environmental sustainability and social responsibility by educating today’s children to influence future generations. We value respect, open communication, and teamwork, fostering a positive, purpose-driven work environment.

As an Employee-Owned Company, our colleagues are co-owners, benefiting from the company’s growth through annual profit-sharing bonuses. We're also proud to rank 9th in the 2024 Top 100 Apprenticeship Employers in the UK, offering career development from Level 2 Childcare Apprenticeships to Nursery Manager or Early Years Teacher.

Exciting? We think so! Your journey starts here, so take the first step to become part of Tops Team by clicking apply!

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability status. All candidates will be required to have an enhanced DBS which is on the update service. All offers are conditional upon satisfactory background checks.This role involves regulated activity with children. You should not apply if you are on the Childrens’ Barred List.

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Created on 22/06/2025 by TN United Kingdom