Location: Hillview Care Home, Hurst Lane, Lancaster, Lancashire, United Kingdom
Job Type: Permanent, Part time (22 hours per week, includes occasional evenings and weekends)
Sponsorship: Not currently available
Join Our Team and Support the Rossendale Community
At Marton Care Homes, we are proud to be part of the Rossendale community, providing a warm, welcoming, and supportive environment where residents feel safe, valued, and at home. As a family-run care group, we understand the importance of strong community connections, meaningful relationships, and delivering care with kindness and respect.
We are currently looking for a dedicated Domestic/Laundry Assistant to join our team. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who takes pride in creating clean, comfortable surroundings and wants to make a genuine difference to the lives of older people in their local community.
Every clean bedroom, fresh set of bedding, and welcoming communal space helps residents feel comfortable, respected, and cared for. Your role will be an important part of ensuring our home remains a place where residents can thrive and enjoy the highest quality of life.
What You'll Be Doing
As our Domestic/Laundry Assistant, you will help maintain a safe, clean, and homely environment for residents, visitors, and colleagues.
Laundry Duties
- Collect, sort, and wash laundry items, including residents' clothing, bed linen, and towels.
- Operate washing machines, dryers, and ironing equipment safely and effectively.
- Fold, iron, and store laundry to a high standard.
- Ensure residents' personal clothing is correctly identified and returned.
- Follow infection prevention and control procedures at all times.
- Report any faults or maintenance issues with laundry equipment.
Domestic Duties
- Clean designated areas including bedrooms, bathrooms, communal lounges, dining rooms, and staff areas.
- Vacuum, dust, mop floors, sanitise surfaces, and remove waste as required.
- Replenish cleaning and hygiene supplies.
- Follow cleaning schedules and health and safety procedures.
- Report hazards, damages, or repair requirements promptly.
- Work as part of a team to create a welcoming environment that residents, families, and visitors can enjoy.
What We're Looking For
We're looking for someone who:
- Takes pride in maintaining high standards of cleanliness and presentation.
- Is reliable, organised, and has a positive attitude.
- Enjoys working as part of a friendly team.
- Has a caring and respectful approach towards older people.
- Understands the importance of dignity, privacy, and promoting residents' wellbeing.
- Is willing to work flexibly, including occasional evenings and weekends.
- Previous cleaning, housekeeping, laundry, or care experience is beneficial, but not essential, as full training will be provided.
What We Offer
When you join Marton Care Homes, you'll become part of a team that genuinely cares about the people we support and the community we serve.
You’ll enjoy:
- A friendly and supportive working environment.
- Full induction and ongoing training opportunities.
- Opportunities for career development and progression.
- The chance to make a positive difference in the lives of local people every day.
- Being part of a dedicated team that values respect, compassion, and community spirit.
If you're passionate about helping others and want to play an important role in supporting residents within the Rossendale community, we'd love to hear from you.
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Domestic/Laundry Assistant in Lancaster employer: Marton Care Homes
Marton Care Homes is an excellent employer, offering a nurturing work culture where compassionate care is at the heart of everything we do. Located in the picturesque town of Hexham, our Elm Bank facility provides not only a supportive environment for residents but also ample opportunities for employee growth and training, ensuring that our team members can thrive both personally and professionally. Join us to make a real impact in the lives of those we care for while being part of a warm and dedicated team.
