Laundry Assistant - Bank

Runwood Homes; Brighton; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay

Pension Scheme

Blue Light Card

Employee Assistance

Induction & Training

Free DBS Check

NVQ Funding

Career Progression

Employee of the Month

Job summary

Runwood Homes in the United Kingdom is seeking a dedicated Laundry Assistant to join the support services team. You will handle resident laundry, operate machines safely, and prepare items for redistribution.

You must maintain high cleaning standards, follow health and safety guidelines, and participate in training to develop your skills. Runwood Homes offers ongoing training, a supportive environment, and opportunities within the company.

Responsibilities

• Wash and dry resident laundry using machines safely and efficiently.
• Fold, hang, and redistribute clean laundry to suitable areas.
• Keep the laundry area clean, tidy and organised while following health and safety standards.

Job description

Benefits of working with Runwood Homes:

• Weekly Pay
• Pension Scheme
• Blue Light Card and access to various other discounts on travel, restaurants, days out and leisure
• Employee Assistance Scheme that is also available to immediate family members
• Comprehensive induction and ongoing training
• Free DBS Check and uniform
• Funding and support towards obtaining NVQs
• Opportunities to progress your career within the company
• Employee of the Month awards

As a Laundry Assistant, you will be a member of the support services team. Your main Laundry Assistant responsibilities will be to ensure the laundry of residents and general care home is completed in a professional and timely manner. This includes using washing machines, dryers, and ironing equipment safely and efficiently as well as neatly folding, hanging, or preparing clean laundry for redistribution. Your daily tasks as a Laundry Assistant include keeping the laundry area clean, tidy and organised as well as following health and safety standards to avoid contamination and accidents.

About you:

We are looking for a skilled Laundry Assistant who can confidently maintain high standards of work whilst handling resident belongings with care and respect. You should be able to organise and prioritise your tasks effectively. It's important for our Laundry Assistants to be proactive, flexible, and a great team player. We also value a willingness to learn and grow, as you will need to participate in training activities to enhance your skills and knowledge for a safe and efficient performance in your role.

About Runwood Homes:

Established in 1987, Runwood Homes is a leading provider of residential care, dementia care, and nursing care services, with a portfolio of 55 homes across the UK. Our commitment to delivering personalised care is at the core of our mission, as we strive to celebrate the lives of each and every one of our residents.

At Runwood Homes, we prioritise the professional development of our staff by investing in comprehensive internal, external, and e-training programs at all levels. This dedication to continuous learning and growth ensures that our team is equipped to provide the highest quality of care to our residents.

As we look towards the future, our reputation for delivering innovative care for individuals living with dementia continues to flourish. We are dedicated to pushing the boundaries of care excellence and setting new standards in the industry.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of adults. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.