Job Description

Laundry Assistant - De Bruce Court

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Location:

Hartlepool

Pay Rate:

12.54 per hour

Job Type:

Permanent

Hours:

Full-time

About the Role

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We are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable, and caring

Laundry Assistant

to join our dedicated team at our care home in Hartlepool. As part of the housekeeping team, you will play a vital role in ensuring residents have clean, well-maintained clothing, bedding, and linen, contributing directly to their comfort, dignity, and well-being.



This is an excellent opportunity for someone who takes pride in maintaining high standards of hygiene and organisation and understands the importance of laundry services within a care setting.

Purpose of the Role

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To take responsibility for the effective operation of the laundry service within the home


To ensure all residents' clothing and household linen are cleaned, dried, and returned promptly


To maintain residents' privacy, dignity, and respect for their personal belongings


To ensure a high standard of cleanliness and infection control within the laundry area


To carry out all duties in accordance with the home's policies, procedures, and best practice guidelines


To follow GSCC Codes of Conduct and Practice for Social Care Workers

Duties of a Laundry Assistant

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As a Laundry Assistant, your responsibilities will include:


Washing, drying, ironing, and folding residents' clothing, bedding, and household linen


Sorting laundry correctly and ensuring items are clearly labelled and returned to the correct residents


Operating laundry equipment safely and efficiently, reporting any faults to the Manager


Maintaining high standards of hygiene and infection control within the laundry area


Using laundry products correctly and economically, minimising waste


Safely handling soiled laundry in line with infection-control procedures


Ensuring laundry areas are kept clean, tidy, and organised at all times


Taking responsibility for Health & Safety and reporting potential hazards promptly


Ensuring all cleaning and laundry products are stored and used safely in accordance with COSHH regulations


Reading and signing relevant communication logs and following instructions as required


Maintaining strict confidentiality regarding service users, colleagues, and company information


Participating in staff meetings, training sessions, and development activities, both on and off site


Reporting concerns or unusual situations to management promptly


Remaining flexible and supporting the wider team by undertaking other duties where necessary to benefit service users

About Us

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At

Careline Lifestyles

, we are a family-run specialist provider of residential and nursing care, dedicated to supporting adults with acquired brain injuries, neurological conditions, mental health needs, and complex physical disabilities. Our focus is on empowering people to live life to the fullest, maintaining their identity, and improving their quality of life.

Additional Information

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We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable people. An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be required for this role.