Description Salary £12,60 per annum | Permanent, Part Time | 10.5 hours per week | Milbanke HFE, Kirkham| Pro Rata Job Description: Laundry Assistant Location: Milbanke HFE, Station Road, Kirkham, Preston, PR4 2HA Hours: 10.5 hours per week Hourly Rate: £12.60 per hour Rota Pattern: Week 1: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday, Sunday Week 2: Thursday and Friday About the Role We are seeking a reliable and hardworking Laundry Assistant to support the smooth and efficient running of the laundry service at Milbanke HFE. The successful candidate will ensure a high standard of cleanliness, hygiene, and garment care for residents and staff, while working both independently and as part of the wider domestic team. Key Responsibilities Collect, sort, wash, dry, iron, and neatly fold laundry items including clothing, bedding, and towels. Operate laundry machinery (washers, dryers, irons) safely and efficiently. Follow correct procedures for handling soiled or contaminated laundry. Ensure laundry is returned to the correct residents promptly. Maintain cleanliness of the laundry room and equipment. Monitor stock levels of detergents and laundry supplies and report shortages when needed. Adhere to all infection control, health and safety, and organisational policies. Provide excellent customer service to residents, staff, and visitors. Person Specification Essential: Good attention to detail and organisational skills. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Reliable, punctual, and committed to high standards. Basic understanding of health and safety and hygiene practices. Desirable: Previous experience in a laundry, cleaning, or housekeeping role. Experience working in a care, or healthcare environment. Working Hours Total weekly hours: 10.5 Week 1: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday, Sunday Week 2: Thursday, Friday Pay & Benefits £12.60 per hour Supportive team environment Training and development opportunities Uniform provided Job Description & Person Specification