Laundry Operative

Wellington College; Crowthorne; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellington College is seeking an enthusiastic Laundry Operative to support the daily life of over 1,200 pupils across a 400-acre campus. The role offers part-time (30 hours) or full-time (40 hours) options and a salary package that recognises hours worked.

Working in a high-specification laundry facility, you will sort, wash, dry and finish garments to ensure the comfort, wellbeing and presentation of the College community, with opportunities for skill development and progression.

Qualifications

• Understanding of laundry processes and equipment.
• Awareness of health and safety procedures.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Experience in a practical, hands-on environment.

Responsibilities

• Sorting garments and linens by fabric type and colour to ensure optimal care.
• Loading and programming washing machines with pupil clothing, bedding and specialist items.
• Transferring freshly laundered items to dryers and selecting appropriate settings.
• Operating finishing equipment including shirt finishers, rotary calendar and trouser press.
• Folding, pressing and packing items into designated house bags for return.

Skills

Laundry processes

Health & safety

Teamwork

Hands-on experience

Tools

Washing machines

Dryers

Finishing equipment

Job description

Wellington College is one of the world’s leading co-educational boarding and day schools located in rural Berkshire set in a stunning 400 acre campus, home to a blend of breathtaking original architecture and modern state‑of-the‑art facilities to provide the best possible education environment for our pupils.

We have an exciting opportunity within our Domestic department who are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Laundry Operative.

About the role

We have part time (30 hours per week - 8am till 2pm) and full time (40 hours per week) opportunities available.

The Laundry Operative plays a key role in supporting the daily life of over 1,200 pupils across Wellington College’s 400-acre campus. Working within a high-specification laundry facility equipped with both traditional and ozone machines, the post holder will contribute to the efficient and professional delivery of laundry services that underpin the comfort, wellbeing and presentation of the College community.

Dedication, hard work and passion will see you go far at Wellington College, we value and support our staff and you’ll have the chance to develop existing and gain new skills with career progression opportunities available.

Salary FTE of £26,000 - Actual for 30 hours per week £19,500.

Key responsibilities (Including but not limited to; see job description for full requirements)

• Sorting garments and linens by fabric type and colour to ensure optimal care
• Loading and programming washing machines with pupil clothing, bedding and specialist items
• Transferring freshly laundered items to dryers and selecting appropriate settings
• Operating finishing equipment including shirt finishers, rotary calendar and trouser press
• Folding, pressing and packing items into designated house bags for return

Person Specification

• Essential:
• Understanding of laundry processes and equipment
• Awareness of health and safety procedures
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Experience working in a practical, hands‑on environment
• Desirable:
• Previous experience in a commercial laundry or similar operational setting
• Experience working in a school or residential environment
• Familiarity with specialist laundry items (e.g. sports kits, uniforms, robes)

Wellington College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the School is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.

We reserve the right to interview suitable candidates before the closing date or to close the vacancy prior to closing date if deemed appropriate.

We are an equal opportunities employer and are seeking applications from suitable candidates from all backgrounds.

All applicants must have a valid right to work in the UK and must be able to produce supporting documents.