Position Overview & Specifications

(a) To launder, dry, iron and air residents clothing as instructed and in accordance with the washing instructions on individual garments, using equipment and materials provided.

(b) To launder, dry, iron, air bed linen, curtains and other washable furnishings as instructed and in accordance with the washing instructions on individual items, using equipment and material provided.

(c) To maintain high standards of comfort, dignity, cleanliness and hygiene for residents personal clothing at all times, ensuring that all stains are removed in the laundering process and that residents receive their own clothes back in their bedrooms.

(d) To ensure that all bed linen is washed thoroughly, separating soiled linen from other washing and maintaining safe standards and hygienic practices at all times.

(e) To use all laundry materials and equipment as instructed and in accordance with safe practices.

(f) To ensure the safe and secure storage of all laundry equipment and cleaning materials at all times.

(g) To assist as required with the ordering and purchase of cleaning materials and checking stocks.

(h) To carry out special laundering as required and as instructed.

(i) To maintain safe and hygienic systems and practices in the handling and laundering of all items for washing at all times and in accordance with statutory requirements and The Home’s Home Policies and Procedures.

(j) To be alert to and report any potentially dangerous situations or accidents to the Manager or the Senior Nursing Staff on duty.

(k) To maintain records as instructed.

(l) To read, understand and carry out The Home’s Policies and Procedures.

(m) To advise the Manager, Senior Nursing Staff on duty or the Proprietor of any incidents affecting the safety and welfare of the residents.

(n) To respect the individuality and right to privacy of all residents at all times and to seek advice from the Manager or the Senior Nursing Staff on duty about any concerns regarding residents personal belongings, behaviour or hygiene.

This Job Description sets out the main duties and responsibilities of the Laundry role but is not intended to cover all possible duties and functions of the Postholder who may be required to carry out such other duties and responsibilities as are commensurate with this appointment.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Part-time hours: 24 per week

Salary: £10.50-£11.00 per hour

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