Laundry Assistant

HC-One Ltd.; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

HC-One Ltd. is seeking a compassionate Laundry Assistant to maintain high standards in our care homes. Your tasks will include washing, drying, and ironing clothes while fostering a supportive environment for residents. We provide full training and various employee benefits, promoting career development and well-being.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate based on experience

Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG check

Free uniform

Nutritious meals during shifts

Company pension scheme

28 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays

Group life assurance

Wagestream for flexible pay access

Learning and development opportunities

Access to high street discounts

Confidential Employee Assistance Programme

Recognition schemes and referral bonuses

Qualifications

• Experience preferred but training provided.
• Positive attitude and strong communication skills essential.
• Ability to recognize signs of abuse or neglect.

Responsibilities

• Wash, dry, and iron clothing, while managing linen stocks.
• Maintain order and tidiness within the laundry area.
• Ensure that linen and clothing are redistributed correctly.

Skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Communication

Consideration

Kindness

Job description

About The Role

As a Laundry Assistant at HC One, kindness will be at the core of everything you do. You will contribute to our Dementia, Nursing, Residential, and Specialist care homes by maintaining high standards of order and tidiness within the laundry area. Your responsibilities will include washing, drying, ironing, and repairing clothing as needed, while managing linen stocks and raising issues with the Senior Housekeeper. Your attention to detail will ensure a safe, comfortable, and welcoming environment for our residents.

You will handle linen and clothing with kindness, ensuring they are prepared and redistributed to the correct rooms, taking pride in your work and creating a well-maintained environment that promotes residents' well-being.

We are looking for someone with experience, although training will be provided. Excellent time management, organizational skills, and a positive attitude are essential. You should be a good communicator, considerate, and kind in all interactions, whether with residents or colleagues.

Safeguarding is everyone's responsibility. You must be able to recognize signs of abuse, harm, or neglect, and know how to respond appropriately. All staff are required to attend safeguarding training and to seek advice and report concerns when necessary.

We offer full training and a range of benefits to support your well-being and career development, including:

• Competitive hourly rate based on experience and qualifications.
• Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG check.
• Free uniform.
• Nutritious meals during shifts of eight hours or more.
• Company pension scheme.
• 28 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays.
• Group life assurance.
• Wagestream for flexible pay access.
• Learning and development opportunities, including qualifications.
• GP online service for 24/7 consultations.
• Access to over 1600 high street discounts.
• Confidential Employee Assistance Programme for physical, mental, and financial support.
• Recognition schemes like ‘Kindness in Care’ and Long Service Awards.
• Refer a friend scheme up to £1000 per successful referral.

We are committed to inclusivity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds. We aim for a quick onboarding process from offer to start date.