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Laundry Assistant - Care HomeNHS

Edinburgh, EH4 3PE Permanent £13.01
Posted 1 August 2026 Closing date 30 September 2026
Balgreen (Edinburgh Trams) (1.3 miles away) Edinburgh Bus Station (2.8 miles away)

Job summary

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. You'll also be required to help out with housekeeping duties too. 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 ...

Main duties of the job

As a Laundry Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll play an essential role in maintaining a comfortable and hygienic environment for our residents by ensuring they receive clean clothing and bedding. The job involves sorting, washing, drying, ironing, and contributing to the overall look and feel of the home, with occasional housekeeping duties. The role offers insight into the operations needed to keep our care homes running smoothly and may lead to other opportunities as one develops within the company. We're looking for someone with a personable approach, practical skills, and a determination to provide exceptional service. Reliability and commitment to making a positive impact on our residents' lives are crucial. In return, Barchester provides all the necessary training and a competitive rewards package, including free learning and development opportunities, profit share schemes, and a variety of discounts and bonuses.

Job description

ABOUT THE ROLEAs 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. You'll also be required to help out with housekeeping duties too. 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 YOUTo 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 PACKAGEAs 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.

About us

Barchester Healthcare is a prominent provider of care services in the UK, offering a range of facilities that cater to various needs of the elderly and vulnerable. Known for its commitment to quality care, Barchester provides a supportive environment for both residents and staff. The company prides itself on creating comfortable surroundings where residents can feel at home, supported by a team of professionals dedicated to delivering exceptional care. With a focus on both healthcare excellence and community involvement, Barchester Healthcare builds lasting relationships with residents and their families. Staff are offered a range of competitive benefits and opportunities for professional development, designed to reward hard work and foster career advancement. Barchester is committed to continuous improvement and innovation in care, striving to set high standards in the industry while maintaining compassionate and personalized care services for each individual.

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