We are seeking a reliable Laundry Supervisor (Band 3) to support the day-to-day running of the hospital laundry service. You will supervise laundry staff on shift, ensure high standards of cleanliness and infection control, and help deliver an efficient, safe, and high-quality service that supports patient care.
Key Responsibilities
Supervise and support laundry staff during shifts, ensuring workloads are allocated effectively
Ensure linen is processed in line with infection prevention and control policies
Monitor quality standards, reporting faults or issues with linen or equipment
Assist with training and induction of new staff
Ensure health & safety procedures are followed at all times
Maintain accurate records, including stock levels and production data
Liaise with ward staff and other departments to resolve service issues
Escalate staffing, equipment, or service concerns to the Laundry Manager
Person Specification
Essential:
Experience working in a laundry, facilities, or similar operational environment
Experience supervising staff or leading shifts
Good communication and organisational skills
Understanding of health & safety and infection control principles
Ability to work under pressure and meet service deadlines
Desirable:
Experience in an NHS or healthcare setting
Knowledge of COSHH and manual handling procedures
NVQ Level 2 or equivalent experience in a relevant field
What We Offer
NHS Agenda for Change Band 3 salary
Access to NHS pension scheme
Generous annual leave entitlement
Ongoing training and development opportunities
A supportive team environment focused on patient care
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