Laundry Operative

Job summary

Reporting to the Laundry Supervisor, the post holder will contribute to the provision of an efficient laundry and linen service.The post holder will operate laundry machinery, handle laundry chemicals, process soiled and clean linen items.

The post-holder will relate with the following key groups in order to maintain communication to meet service requirements:Daily contact with the Laundry Supervisor Daily contact with colleagues within the teamDaily contact with customers both internal and externalCommunication will include routine information around the laundry function. Whilst undertaking duties for Estates and Facilities, the post-holder is representative to the department and the Trust and their behaviour must be courteous, polite and respectful at all times to both colleagues and customers.There is an expectation that staff members will reflect on their contribution to the services they deliver through their own personal responsibility. Personal responsibility is a philosophy or way of thinking that seeks to improve both the experience of those coming into contact with Trust services and the experience of the workforce in providing care. It is a commitment to doing our best in providing safe, effective care for patients/service users and to continuously improve standards.

Main duties of the job

Main Duties of the Job

• Operate laundry machinery safely and follow all hygiene and infection-control procedures.
• Sort, wash, dry, press and prepare linen and personal clothing to required standards.
• Distribute linen to wards, complete stock checks and maintain appropriate linen levels.
• Monitor quality and cleanliness, resolving issues and reporting concerns when needed.
• Complete basic administrative tasks such as order forms, attendance recording and cash handling.
• Support opening and closing of the laundry, ensuring equipment and the building are secured.
• Communicate with customers and suppliers in the absence of a supervisor.
• Work in hot, noisy or unpleasant environments and use all required PPE.
• Carry out physically demanding tasks and undertake all required training.

About us

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 4000 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected.

We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services.

We are dedicated to the development of our our people and hold a learning half day every month for our colleagues.

We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first class care while remaining committed to our vision and values. Please view our Strategy using the link below:

https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/documents/clinical-and-organisational-strategy-2023-to-2028/

To find out more about working for RDaSH and the fantastic benefits we offer visit our website:

https://workwithrdash.co.uk/

We are committed to inclusive cultures and really value people in our organisation, view our Allyship video on YouTube to find out more:

https://youtu.be/WMJSkLoTk4Q

The main terms and conditions of service can be found here:

https://www.nhsemployers.org/publications/tchandbook