NHSCloses in 49 days

Laundry Assistant - Care Home

Barchester Healthcare

Ipswich, IP5 2GA

Salary

£13.21

Contract

Permanent

Hours

Not specified

Closing date

19 October 2026

49 days left

Job description

ABOUT THE ROLE 2 x 7am-4pm shifts per week As a Laundry Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help to make sure our residents receive quality ca...

As a Laundry Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll be responsible for ensuring our residents have clean clothing and bedding, contributing to their comfort and well-being. Your role involves sorting, washing, drying, ironing and contributing to the overall look and feel of the home. This job offers a great way to understand the operating needs of our homes and may present further opportunities for career development. You will work two 7am-4pm shifts per week and need to have a friendly attitude, practical skills, and a commitment to providing excellent service. Barchester Healthcare will provide all necessary training required to excel in your role. Our rewards package includes learning and development opportunities, a profit-share scheme, and various discounts. Additionally, there is an opportunity to earn through our 'Refer a Friend' bonus program.

2 x 7am-4pm shifts per week 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 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.

Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of high-quality care services, including nursing homes and assisted living facilities. Their focus is on ensuring exceptional care and support for all residents, aiming to create a homely and comfortable environment. They offer comprehensive training and development opportunities for all team members, ensuring staff are well-prepared to provide the best service possible. Barchester Healthcare is committed to enhancing the quality of life for residents through dedicated and compassionate care. They offer one of the best rewards packages in the care sector, which includes profit-sharing, learning and development support, and leisure discounts. They prioritise a supportive and positive working environment for all employees.

Qualifications

Essential

  • Personable approach, good practical skills, determination to provide exceptional service, reliability, and a commitment to making a positive difference.

How to apply

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Provenance

Source

NHS Jobs

First seen

20 August 2026

Last checked

24 August 2026

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About the employer

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Barchester Healthcare

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