Laundry Assistant - Ratheane

SeeMe Hired Ltd; Coleraine; Hybrid; GBP 8,000 - 10,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully paid induction

Training opportunities

Employee wellbeing programs

Discounts for local partners

Free parking and uniform

Job summary

Macklin Care Homes in Coleraine is recruiting a Laundry Assistant to support the housekeeping team. You will manage washing, drying, folding and distribution of residents' clothing and linen in a 16-hour weekly role with two shift options.

The post emphasizes care for residents' belongings and adherence to hygiene and COSHH rules. Ideal candidates are reliable, punctual, and organised, with a good eye for detail and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a laundry, housekeeping, cleaning or similar role is preferred but not essential.
• Reliable, punctual and organised.
• Takes pride in maintaining high standards of cleanliness.
• Good attention to detail and able to follow instructions.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Able to handle residents' personal belongings with care and respect.
• Basic understanding of health and safety and infection control procedures is an advantage.
• Flexible and willing to work the hours required by the Care Home.

Responsibilities

• Sort, wash, dry, fold and distribute residents' clothing and household linen.
• Ensure residents' personal clothing and belongings are handled with care and returned to the correct resident.
• Operate washing machines, tumble dryers and other laundry equipment safely and appropriately.
• Follow laundry procedures to ensure high standards of cleanliness and hygiene are maintained.
• Use laundry products and chemicals safely, following instructions and COSHH regulations.
• Ensure clean laundry is stored appropriately and delivered to the relevant areas of the Care Home.
• Identify and report any damaged, stained or missing items to the appropriate person.
• Maintain a clean, tidy and organised laundry area.
• Follow infection control and health and safety procedures at all times.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across the housekeeping and wider Care Home team.
• Treat residents' belongings with respect, dignity and confidentiality.

Skills

Laundry

Housekeeping

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Health & Safety

Job description

Laundry Assistant - Ratheane

Can you make a real difference in the lives of others?

At Macklin Care Homes, you will work as part of an award-winning team valued for your contributions, with opportunities for career development and a friendly, rewarding working environment. If you are a compassionate person who cares with heart, we would love to hear from you.

Ratheane Care Home, based in Coleraine, is currently recruiting for a Laundry Assistant.

The successful candidate will play an important role in ensuring residents have clean, fresh and well-presented clothing and linen. Working as part of the housekeeping team, you will be responsible for the day-to-day operation of the laundry, ensuring items are washed, dried, folded and returned to the appropriate areas.

Hours: 16 hours per week

Shift Pattern: 9:30am–2:00pm or 5:00pm–8:00pm

About the role

Key Responsibilities:

• Sort, wash, dry, fold and distribute residents' clothing and household linen.
• Ensure residents' personal clothing and belongings are handled with care and returned to the correct resident.
• Operate washing machines, tumble dryers and other laundry equipment safely and appropriately.
• Follow laundry procedures to ensure high standards of cleanliness and hygiene are maintained.
• Use laundry products and chemicals safely, following instructions and COSHH (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health) regulations.
• Ensure clean laundry is stored appropriately and delivered to the relevant areas of the Care Home.
• Identify and report any damaged, stained or missing items to the appropriate person.
• Maintain a clean, tidy and organised laundry area.
• Follow infection control and health and safety procedures at all times.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across the housekeeping and wider Care Home team.
• Treat residents' belongings with respect, dignity and confidentiality.

Ideal Candidate:

• Previous experience in a laundry, housekeeping, cleaning or similar role is preferred but not essential.
• Reliable, punctual and organised.
• Takes pride in maintaining high standards of cleanliness.
• Good attention to detail and able to follow instructions.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Able to handle residents' personal belongings with care and respect.
• Basic understanding of health and safety and infection control procedures is an advantage.
• Flexible and willing to work the hours required by the Care Home.

Company Benefits:

At Macklin Care Homes, we understand the hard work and dedication that our colleagues bring to their roles, and we are committed to rewarding their efforts with a comprehensive benefits package:

• Collaborating with an award-winning team with family values.
• Enjoy a fully paid induction programme to help you transition smoothly into your role.
• Access to a wide variety of training opportunities to support professional growth..
• Career development opportunities.
• Flexibility of shifts.
• Access to the Employee Assistance Programme for mental health and well-being support.
• Discounted rates at Malone Hotel, Belfast.
• Health and well-being initiatives, including team-building initiatives.
• Free car parking and uniform*.
• Incentives for employee referrals*.

* T&Cs will apply.

Ensure your CV is up to date, as this is required for the interview process.

Sponsorship for this role is not offered. Applications requiring sponsorship will not be considered.

Successful candidates must be willing to register with NISCC.

An Enhanced Access NI Check will be required for this post. If successful, please be aware that we do have a policy on the recruitment of ex-offenders. As per the Access NI Code of Practice, Macklin Care Homes also has a policy on the secure handling, use, storage, and retention of disclosure information. Copies of these documents, along with the Access NI Code of Practice, are available upon request by contacting the HR Department.

It is Macklin Care Homes' Policy that any existence of a criminal conviction will not necessarily lead to the withdrawal of a job offer, but the failure to disclose all criminal convictions fully and accurately will lead to the withdrawal of a job offer.

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team that reflects the communities we serve.

Macklin Care Homes is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

About the company

Our Mission at Macklin Care Homes

At Macklin Care Homes, our mission is to be a forward-thinking provider committed to looking after people exceptionally well. We offer more than just care—we bring genuine warmth, compassion, and dedication to everything we do.

Every day, we go above and beyond to create a supportive and caring environment where people feel truly valued. Above all, we are guided by a simple but powerful truth: We really do care.

Required Criteria

• Ability to communicate with the elderly.
• Ability to work set hours and be flexible to meet the needs of the organisation.
• Be in good general medical health (medically fit).
• Demonstrate a good command of written and spoken English.
• Right to work and live in the UK.

Desired Criteria

• Previous experience within housekeeping or a kitchen environment