Job Description

Location: Willowbrook House, NN17 1XD

Payrate: 12.21 per hour

Contracted hours: 40 hrs Per week

Willowbrook House is a specialist Mental Health care facility in Corby located near to the characterful old High Street. This purpose-built modern care-home environment provides a high-quality nursing care and long-term rehabilitation for people with severe mental health difficulties, behaviours that challenge including dementia and high dependency nursing needs.

Established in 1995 St Matthews Healthcare is specialist private Mental Health and Social Care provider of adult in-patient and rehabilitation care with step-down and nursing care provision in the Midlands and East Sussex.

Our service users enjoy personalised care in a safe, caring environment to help promote their mental and physical wellbeing in our growing portfolio of nursing care homes and hospitals.

At St Matthews Healthcare we strive to be an outstanding care provider and employer of choice by inspiring Passion for Care by putting People First, where Positivity and Partnership fuel Progressive growth in an environment that draws strength from actively Pursuing Diversity.

Job Purpose:

Provide a high-quality, infection-free laundry service. Maintain hygienic, clean, and safe standards for linen, ensuring it is well-presented for residents and other departments. Follow housekeeping and laundry operational procedures.

Key Responsibilities of the Role:

Duties and Responsibilities:

Follow Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) regulations. Accurately complete housekeeping and laundry paperwork Keep personal mandatory training up to date. Adhere to local safeguarding policies. Follow the rota developed by the Head Housekeeper. Collaborate with team members during staff shortages. Operational Standards: Handle laundry according to operating procedures, separating clean and dirty items. Follow wash charts for washing machines, check garment labels during drying and ironing. Organize linen cupboards, report damaged items, and maintain neat presentation. Iron and finish residents' clothing, making repairs as needed. Coordinate dry cleaning and track costs. Label new residents' garments in collaboration with care staff. Report clothing conditions to facilitate replacements. Communicate with residents and adjust laundry routines based on feedback. Safely operate washing machines, tumble dryers, and irons. Use cleaning substances efficiently and follow manufacturer instructions. Secure laundry and chemical stores when not in use. Display safety signage during floor cleaning. Report maintenance issues and safety hazards promptly.
Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, or qualifications required.

St Matthews Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We reserve the right to close the vacancy ahead of the closing date if a successful applicant is appointed.

If you think you have the right skills & attitude to deliver the highest quality of care as a Laundry Assistant at St Matthews Healthcare. Apply Now!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 12.21 per hour

Benefits:

Company pension Free parking Health & wellbeing programme Life insurance On-site parking Referral programme Store discount
Ability to commute/relocate:

Corby NN17: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Experience:

Laundry Assistant: 1 year (preferred)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person