Domestic Linen Assistant ( WCH )
North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust
Whitehaven, CA28 8JGView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
£25,272
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
20 October 2026
1 day leftJob description
Domestic Linen Assistant Band 2 West Cumberland - 25hr post - available Monday to Friday 7am-12pm An Exciting opportunity has arisen to work within th...
To provide a flat linen redistribution service to all wards and departments as required within West Cumberland Hospital, Community Hospitals and Ambulance Services on behalf of NCIC Foundation Trust.
- Order linen requirements in via the linen provider website and add/reduce the set top up system as and when required
- Collate all linen requirements and usage figures for WCH site and Community sites
- Distribute flat linen to all wards and departments as required on site
- Arrange delivery of flat linen to the Community via the Portering Service
- Visit all wards within WCH site on a daily/weekly basis
- Carryout regular stock checks
- Maintain accurate up to date flat linen figures
Maintain adequate flat linen stock, liaising regularly with ward/department staff, Domestic Services Manager and Elis (flat Linen Provider
H&S
- Exposure to infected and foul linen conditions, causing the need for protective clothing
- Exposure to lift heavy loads e.g. packs of bed sheets/towels
- Be responsible for the cleanliness of the flat linen room and other items within the use of delivery to the wards and departments (trolleys) for cross contamination purposes
At NCIC, we have an ambition to deliver outstanding healthcare services to the population of North Cumbria. The Trust is committed to creating a centre of excellence in providing rural and remote healthcare and provides a wide range of community and acute services throughout our county.
Our 5 key principles demonstrate our belief in the delivery of 'safe, high quality care every time':
Being a clinically led organisation
Quality and safety at the heart of our Trust
A positive patient experience every time
A great place to work
Managing our money well
As an organisation we are serious about supporting a diverse workforce that reflects our local community and are very much focused on being an inclusive and compassionate place to work.
Across the North East and North Cumbria we are working together to deliver our ambition to be the greenest region in England by 2030. All staff are expected to support sustainability.
Qualifications
Essential: - Basic Literacy Certificate; - Basic Numeracy Certificate
Knowledge
Essential: - IT Computer literate with excel
Desirable: - experience in working in an NHS setting
Skills
Essential
- flexible approach to work
- good communication skills
- ability to work alone and in a team
- ability to use initiative appropriately
- able to follow health and safety procedures
Personal
Essential: - smart, clean appearance; - high personal standards; - enthusiasm; - willing to learn
Other
Essential: - commitment to undertake all mandatory and departmental training
How to apply
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Provenance
Source
NHS Jobs
First seen
14 October 2026
Last checked
16 October 2026
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