Laundry Assistant (Bank)

Nazareth; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DBS / PVG disclosure support

Induction and ongoing training

Employee Assistance Programme

Blue Light Card access

National Living Wage for 18-25

Job summary

Nazareth is seeking a Laundry Assistant for our care home. You will join a friendly team and be responsible for all laundry duties, including washing, drying, ironing and repairing items to keep clothing in excellent condition.

Full training is provided. We offer DBS/PVG disclosure support, wellbeing benefits and access to employee assistance, plus competitive pay and on-site working. Candidates with strong time management and teamwork will thrive.

Qualifications

• Previous cleaning and/or laundry experience is preferred but not required.
• Good communication skills and ability to work in a team and alone.
• Ability to prioritise tasks, be flexible, energetic and hard-working.
• Strong time management and organisational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Wash, dry, iron and repair items as needed to maintain clothing quality.
• Maintain high standards of laundry within the home.
• Keep linen stocks stocked for daily use.
• Carry out laundry duties with pride and accuracy.

Skills

Laundry experience

Cleaning experience

Communication skills

Teamwork

Time management

Organizational skills

Job description

An exciting opportunity to work as a Laundry Assistant in our care home has been available. You will work part of a friendly team, where you will be responsible for carrying out all laundry duties.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintain the highest standards of laundry within the home
• Keeping our residents' clothing looking and feeling great, you will be responsible for washing, drying, ironing and repairing items as needed
• You will maintain linen stocks for day to day use
• You will take real pride in ensuring your work is always completed to the highest standard

All posts offered are subject to two satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS or PVG disclosure.

England Only - You will need to be fully vaccinated for COVID19.

About You

The ideal person for this role would have previous cleaning and/or laundry services experience but this is not desirable and full training will be provided. As a Laundry Assistant, it is essential you have good communication skills and can work well within a team and individually. The role would suit someone who has the ability to prioritise tasks, has a flexible approach and is energetic and hard working. It is also important that you have good time management and organisational skills.

Working for Us

We'll provide full training, so it's a great opportunity to learn something new. In return,you will enjoy access to a huge variety of benefits and services to support your well-being and throughout your career we will invest in you and you will enjoy additional support and benefits including:

• We will pay for your DBS / PVG disclosure certificate
• Induction and commitment to ongoing learning and development
• Wellbeing - free of charge access to an independent and confidential Employee Assistance Programme. This gives Colleagues and their family access to 24/7 365 support for a whole range of issues including physical, mental and financial issues.
• Access to Blue Light Card -discount service providing members with thousands of amazing discounts online and on the high street
• Aged 18-25 - we pay at least National Living Wage rate