Laundry Assistant

NHS Shetland; Lerwick; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

NHS Shetland is seeking a Laundry Assistant to join the Hotel Services Department at Gilbert Bain Hospital Laundry. This is a part-time role working 10 hours per week (Mon and Fri 10:00–15:00) in Shetland.

You will handle sorting, washing, drying, ironing, finishing and distributing linen, ensuring high standards of hygiene. A basic education level and good communication are required; driving licence is desirable.

Qualifications

• Good communication skills and reliability are required.
• Flexibility and ability to work as part of a busy team.
• Basic education level is expected.

Responsibilities

• Sort, wash, dry, iron, finish and distribute linen.
• Support patient care by ensuring a continuous supply of clean linen and uniforms.
• Follow procedures and maintain high standards of quality and hygiene.

Skills

Communication skills

Flexibility

Reliability

Education

Basic education

Job description

Substantive

Part time 10 hours per week, Mon & Fri 10.00am 3.00pm

Band 2 - Salary Range £26,696 - £28,988 per annum (pro rata)

Distant Island Allowance of £2,578 per annum (pro rata)

We are looking to recruit a Laundry Assistant to join the Hotel Services Department at NHS Shetland, based within the Gilbert Bain Hospital Laundry

(Ref: 254998)

Substantive

Part time 10 hours per week, Mon & Fri 10.00am 3.00pm

Band 2 - Salary Range £26,696 - £28,988 per annum (pro rata)

Distant Island Allowance of £2,578 per annum (pro rata)

We are looking to recruit a Laundry Assistant to join the Hotel Services Department at NHS Shetland, based within the Gilbert Bain Hospital Laundry

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys a practical and rewarding role. Laundry Assistants play a vital part in supporting patient care by ensuring a continuous supply of clean linen and uniforms across NHS Shetland services.

As part of a dedicated team, you will be involved in all aspects of the laundry process, including sorting, washing, drying, ironing, finishing and distributing linen. The role requires attention to detail, the ability to follow procedures and instructions, and a commitment to maintaining high standards of quality and hygiene.

We are looking for candidates with good communication skills who are reliable, flexible and able to work effectively as part of a busy team. Applicants should have a good level of basic education and be able to undertake the physical aspects of the role. A full UK driving licence is desirable.

Full training and induction will be provided, followed by ongoing support from experienced colleagues until you are fully competent in all aspects of the role, including relevant procedures, equipment and documentation.

The work you do within the Laundry Service is essential to the safe and effective running of healthcare services across Shetland. As a valued member of the Hotel Services team, you may also have opportunities to develop your skills and gain experience in other areas of the department.

Rise to the challenge and enjoy the opportunity - Shetland is a wonderful place to live and work. Shetland offers low pollution, low crime, excellent schools, great leisure facilities, unique wildlife and amazing scenery, whilst still only a short flight away from the UK mainland. To find out more about living and working in Shetland go to and/or

You will be expected to comply with the Induction Standards and Code of Conduct for Healthcare Support Workers within 3 months of commencing your role details can be viewed on

Closing date: 23 August 2026

Interview date: 31 August 2026

• Please note this is a local advertisement and no relocation or interview expenses are applicable.

Preferred candidates will be required to join the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update prior to a formal offer of employment being made.

In promoting equal opportunities, we welcome applications from all sections of the community.