Laundry Assistant

Overview

Are you an organised and dedicated individual with a passion for providing excellent support within a care environment? West Berkshire Council is seeking a Laundry Assistant to join the Adult Social Care Team at Willows Edge Care Home, reporting to the Registered Manager.

Responsibilities

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the well-being of West Berkshire Council's residents by ensuring the highest standards of laundry services. As a Laundry Assistant, your primary responsibility will be to carry out laundry duties for West Berkshire Council's residents, ensuring that their clothing and linen are cleaned, maintained, and returned in a timely manner. You will play a crucial role in supporting the overall care experience by:

• Performing laundry duties, including washing, drying, ironing, and folding
• Sorting and categorising items for laundering
• Maintaining accurate records of laundry items
• Ensuring the proper use and maintenance of laundry equipment
• Adhering to health and safety regulations, including infection control measures

Skills and Experience Requirements

The ideal candidate will possess the following skills and attributes:

• Previous experience in a similar laundry role, preferably within a care or hospitality environment
• Knowledge of appropriate laundry techniques and fabric care
• Understanding of health and safety regulations related to laundry services
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to prioritise tasks
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high standards
• Effective communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively within a team

Salary and Benefits

West Berkshire Council is a forward-thinking organisation that values and invests in its employees. By joining West Berkshire Council, you will benefit from:

• A competitive salary of up to £22,737 per annum, pro rata
• Flexible working arrangements to promote work-life balance
• Access to a wide range of relevant training and development opportunities
• Local government pension scheme
• Family-friendly policies
• A range of local discounts

And much more!