Part-Time Laundry Assistant — Uniforms Provided

Lancashire County Council; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and development opportunities

Uniform provided

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Lancashire County Council is seeking a reliable Laundry Assistant for Milbanke HFE in Kirkham. The role supports the laundry service, ensuring cleanliness, hygiene and garment care for residents and staff, both independently and as part of the domestic team.

The post involves sorting, washing, ironing and returning items promptly, with a 10.5-hour weekly schedule and an hourly rate of £13.45. DBS disclosure is part of the recruitment process, with uniform provided and training available.

Qualifications

• Good attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Reliable, punctual, and committed to high standards.
• Basic understanding of health and safety and hygiene practices.

Responsibilities

• Collect, sort, wash, dry, iron, and neatly fold laundry items including clothing, bedding, and towels.
• Operate laundry machinery (washers, dryers, irons) safely and efficiently.
• Follow correct procedures for handling soiled or contaminated laundry.
• Ensure laundry is returned to the correct residents promptly.
• Maintain cleanliness of the laundry room and equipment.
• Monitor stock levels of detergents and laundry supplies and report shortages when needed.
• Adhere to all infection control, health and safety, and organisational policies.
• Provide excellent customer service to residents, staff, and visitors.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Independent worker

Reliable

Punctual

Health and safety basics

Job description

Lancashire County Council is seeking a reliable Laundry Assistant for Milbanke HFE in Kirkham. The role supports the laundry service, ensuring cleanliness, hygiene and garment care for residents and staff, both independently and as part of the domestic team.

The post involves sorting, washing, ironing and returning items promptly, with a 10.5-hour weekly schedule and an hourly rate of £13.45. DBS disclosure is part of the recruitment process, with uniform provided and training available.