Job summary As a Laundry Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help to make sure our residents receive quality care and support in the best possible surroundings. By making sure each resident has clean clothing and bedding, you'll be playing your own part in helping everyone to feel comfortable and at home. It's a great way to get a sense of what it takes to keep everything running smoothly in our homes and it could open up other opportunities as you develop. Main duties of the job The role of Laundry Assistant involves sorting, washing, drying, ironing and contributing to the overall look and feel of the home. You'll need a personable approach, good practical skills and determination to provide an exceptional laundry service. You should also be reliable and committed to making a positive difference to our residents. About us Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of care homes in the UK, offering high-quality residential, nursing, dementia and specialist care. They are committed to providing the best possible care and support to their residents, with a focus on creating a warm and welcoming environment. Details Date posted 22 May 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary £12.71 an hour Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number 1307401242 Job locations Barchester Healthcare Huntingdon PE29 7AF Job description Job responsibilities ABOUT THE ROLE As a Laundry Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help to make sure our residents receive quality care and support in the best possible surroundings. By making sure each resident has clean clothing and bedding, you'll be playing your own part in helping everyone to feel comfortable and at home. The role of Laundry Assistant involves sorting, washing, drying, ironing and contributing to the overall look and feel of the home. It's a great way to get a sense of what it takes to keep everything running smoothly in our homes and it could open up other opportunities as you develop. ABOUT YOU To join us as a Laundry Assistant you'll need a personable approach, good practical skills and determination to provide an exceptional laundry service. Just as importantly, you should be reliable and committed to making a positive difference to our residents. In return we'll provide all the training you need to thrive. REWARDS PACKAGE As well as a competitive salary, Barchester offers one of the best rewards packages in the care sector. Your generous benefits would include: Free learning and development Automatic enrolment into our profit share scheme A range of holiday, retail and leisure discounts Unlimited access to our Refer a Friend bonus scheme If you'd like to use your attention to detail and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding place to be. Job description Job responsibilities ABOUT THE ROLE As a Laundry Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help to make sure our residents receive quality care and support in the best possible surroundings. By making sure each resident has clean clothing and bedding, you'll be playing your own part in helping everyone to feel comfortable and at home. The role of Laundry Assistant involves sorting, washing, drying, ironing and contributing to the overall look and feel of the home. It's a great way to get a sense of what it takes to keep everything running smoothly in our homes and it could open up other opportunities as you develop. ABOUT YOU To join us as a Laundry Assistant you'll need a personable approach, good practical skills and determination to provide an exceptional laundry service. Just as importantly, you should be reliable and committed to making a positive difference to our residents. In return we'll provide all the training you need to thrive. REWARDS PACKAGE As well as a competitive salary, Barchester offers one of the best rewards packages in the care sector. Your generous benefits would include: Free learning and development Automatic enrolment into our profit share scheme A range of holiday, retail and leisure discounts Unlimited access to our Refer a Friend bonus scheme If you'd like to use your attention to detail and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding place to be. Person Specification Qualifications Essential No specific qualifications are required, but experience in a similar role would be an advantage. Person Specification Qualifications Essential No specific qualifications are required, but experience in a similar role would be an advantage. Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Employer details Employer name Barchester Healthcare Address Barchester Healthcare Huntingdon PE29 7AF Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab) Employer details Employer name Barchester Healthcare Address Barchester Healthcare Huntingdon PE29 7AF Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab). Location : Barchester Healthcare, PE29 7AF Huntingdon, United Kingdom