84 Laundry jobs in the United Kingdom

To play an active role within the Laundry Department, delivering a full and high-quality laundry service to support the daily operations of Eton College.

The Laundry Department is a vital part of the College community, comprising a dedicated team of 23 staff members. Equipped with industrial-grade washing machines, dryers, a steam-powered shirt unit, and a ironer for bed and table linens, the department also utilises advanced machinery such as a Butterfly folding and stacking system and a tunnel finisher for delicate garments.

Each week, the team processes up to 50,000 items for students, boarding house staff, catering teams, summer school attendees, the Bursary, and various other departments across the College. This role contributes directly to maintaining the high standards of cleanliness, presentation, and efficiency expected throughout the institution.

Due to the needs of the school and the department, we may interview suitable candidates before the closing date. This job may also close early if a large number of applications are received. You are advised to submit your application as early as possible to avoid missing your chance to apply.

Benefits

Eton College offers a wide range of benefits, including an 11% employer contribution to your pension (with 4.9% employee contribution), Employee Assistance Programme, enhanced Maternity / Paternity scheme, a cycle to work scheme, subsidised lunches during term time, free or heavily discounted access to the College’s sport and leisure facilities and discounts at local retailers and businesses.

Main Duties

• Receive and sort laundry, including personal clothing and linen, ensuring items are appropriately categorised for processing;
li>Inspect garments and linen prior to washing, identifying stains, damage, or special treatment requirements;
• Treat stains using appropriate chemicals, sort items into designated wash loads, and operate washers and dryers using correct programmes. Full training will be provided;
• Operate pressing equipment to finish shirts, linen, and starched collars to a high standard of presentation;
• All employees of Eton College are also expected to:
  • Develop a good understanding of safeguarding procedures, given all positions at Eton are classed as ‘regulated activity’;
  Demonstrate a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. This includes but is not limited to completing safeguarding training as required, complying with all safeguarding procedures and ensuring any safeguarding updates issued by the College are read and understood;
  • Understand and comply with procedures and legislation relating to confidentiality;
  • Display a commitment to and promotion of equality, diversity and inclusion.

The Ideal Candidate

You may enjoy this role, if:

• You have reasonable physical fitness with the ability to undertake heavy lifting;
• You take pride in your work and pay great attention to detail, delivering the highest possible standards;
• You have worked in a similar role, or have previous laundry, cleaning experience, however this is not essential if you have the right attitude and you are keen to learn;
• You have a Full, UK Driving Licence to drive manual vehicles;
• You have a flexible approach to work and a positive ‘can do’ attitude;
• You are able to work unsupervised and use your own initiative;
• You have good verbal communication skills;
• You are punctual and well presented.

Working Pattern

31 Weeks per annum at 40 hours during term time (Monday-Friday from 8am to 4.30pm);

7 Weeks per annum at 39 hours (Monday-Thursday 8am to 4.30pm and Friday 8am to 3.30pm);

6 weeks per annum at 27.5 hours during summer holidays (Monday - Friday 8am to 2pm);

Working days include a 30-minute meal break.

The remainder of the time when the Laundry is closed will be unpaid. Salaries are however paid in 12 equal monthly instalments.

About The College

We are an equal opportunities employer and are seeking applications from suitable candidates from all backgrounds. We are dedicated to creating and sustaining an environment that values individuality and difference and celebrates the diversity of both staff and pupils by fostering perseverance, tolerance and integrity. We believe in equal opportunity for everyone, irrespective of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation or socio-economic background.

If you have any queries about the application process or any problem with submitting your application online, the Recruitment Team will be happy to help. Should you require any reasonable adjustments to be made or facilities provided to enable you to apply online, please do not hesitate to contact us on (url removed) so we can make adjustments accordingly. 

DISCLOSURE CHECKS

Eton College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including, but not limited to, reference checks with past employers, an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (including Barred List information), an online search and, where applicable, Prohibition checks. If you are successful in your application, you will be required to complete a DBS Disclosure Application Form.  Any information disclosed will be handled in accordance with any guidance and/or Code of Practice published by the DBS. The College is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore all convictions, cautions, reprimands and final warnings (including those which would normally be considered as “spent” under the Act) must be declared, subject to the DBS filtering rules. It is a criminal offence for any person who is barred from working with children to attempt to apply for a position at the College.

Contract Personnel are currently recruiting for Laundry Operatives based in the Fakenham area. Own transport is essential due to site location.

Please note:  We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position. Applicants must have the legal right to live and work in the UK at the time of application.

We are seeking hardworking and reliable workers to join our team in a busy laundry environment. You will be responsible for handling, sorting, washing, drying, and finishing laundry items to a high standard. This is a hands-on role requiring attention to detail and the ability to work in a fast-paced setting.

Duties and responsibilities:

• Sorting & Loading: Sorting dirty laundry by type, colour, or cleaning requirements; loading and unloading industrial washers and dryers.
• Operating Equipment: Using commercial laundry machinery including washers, dryers, folders, and presses (training provided).
• Folding & Packing: Folding, pressing, and preparing clean laundry for dispatch or delivery.
• Quality Control: Inspecting items for cleanliness, damage, or staining; identifying items needing rewash or repair.
• Health & Safety: Following health, safety, and hygiene procedures at all times, including safe manual handling and use of PPE.
• General Housekeeping: Keeping work areas clean, tidy, and organised to maintain an efficient workflow.
• Any other duties as required

Requirements:

• Previous experience in a laundry or production environment (preferred but not essential – full training provided).
• Ability to work on your feet for long periods and carry out repetitive tasks.
• Good attention to detail and ability to work quickly and accurately.
• Willingness to work in warm and humid conditions.

Shift pattern:

• Monday to Friday
• 06:00 - 14:00 or 14:30 - 23:00

Benefits of working for Contract Personnel:

• 28 holiday days accrued for full time workers
• Weekly pay every Friday straight into your bank account
• Dedicated team there for you every step of the way

To apply, please contact the Industrial Team on (phone number removed), or send your CV to (url removed)

Laundry Assistant

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Laundry Assistant

Care Home: Grace Court

Hours per week: 14 hours a week

Salary: 12.21 an hour

About the role:

As a Laundry Assistant, you will be a member of the support services team. Your main Laundry Assistant responsibilities will be to ensure the laundry of residents and general care home is completed in a professional and timely manner. This includes using washing machines, dryers, and ironing equipment safely and efficiently as well as neatly folding, hanging, or preparing clean laundry for redistribution. Your daily tasks as a Laundry Assistant include keeping the laundry area clean, tidy and organised as well as following health and safety standards to avoid contamination and accidents.

Benefits of working with Sanders Senior Living:

• 28 days Paid Holiday
• Pension Scheme
• Blue Light Card and access to various other discounts on travel, restaurants, days out and leisure
• Employee Assistance Scheme that is also available to immediate family members
• Comprehensive induction and ongoing training
• Free DBS Check and uniform
• Funding and support towards obtaining NVQ Level 1 and 2 in Health and Social Care
• Opportunities to progress your career within the company
• Free, on-site parking
• Employee of the Month awards

About you:

We are looking for a skilled Laundry Assistant who can confidently maintain high standards of work whilst handling resident belongings with care and respect. You should be able to organise and prioritise your tasks effectively. It's important for our Laundry Assistants to be proactive, flexible, and a great team player. We also value a willingness to learn and grow, as you will need to participate in training activities to enhance your skills and knowledge for a safe and efficient performance in your role.

About Sanders Senior Living:

Sanders Senior Living is a luxury care home group with state-of-the-art residences brimming with premium facilities and exceptional services. Optimum health and wellbeing are at the heart of everything we do. And we do it with a difference.

Our commitment to delivering personalised care is at the core of our mission, as we strive to celebrate the lives of each and every one of our residents.

At Sanders Senior Living, we prioritise the professional development of our staff by investing in comprehensive internal, external, and e-training programs at all levels. This dedication to continuous learning and growth ensures that our team is equipped to provide the highest quality of care to our residents.

As we look towards the future, our reputation for delivering innovative care for individuals living with dementia continues to flourish. We are dedicated to pushing the boundaries of care excellence and setting new standards in the industry.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of adults. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.

You can apply for this role by completing our short application form or by visiting the home where one of our team can help you.

Laundry Assistant

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Laundry Assistant

Care Home: Caldwell Grange

Hours per week: 18 (3 days per week)

Salary: 12.21 an hour

About the role:

As a Laundry Assistant, you will be a member of the support services team. Your main Laundry Assistant responsibilities will be to ensure the laundry of residents and general care home is completed in a professional and timely manner. This includes using washing machines, dryers, and ironing equipment safely and efficiently as well as neatly folding, hanging, or preparing clean laundry for redistribution. Your daily tasks as a Laundry Assistant include keeping the laundry area clean, tidy and organised as well as following health and safety standards to avoid contamination and accidents.

Benefits of working with Runwood Homes:

• 28 days Paid Holiday
• Weekly Pay
• Pension Scheme
• Blue Light Card and access to various other discounts on travel, restaurants, days out and leisure
• Employee Assistance Scheme that is also available to immediate family members
• Comprehensive induction and ongoing training
• Free DBS Check and uniform
• Opportunities to progress your career within the company
• Free, on-site parking
• Employee of the Month awards

About you:

We are looking for a skilled Laundry Assistant who can confidently maintain high standards of work whilst handling resident belongings with care and respect. You should be able to organise and prioritise your tasks effectively. It's important for our Laundry Assistants to be proactive, flexible, and a great team player. We also value a willingness to learn and grow, as you will need to participate in training activities to enhance your skills and knowledge for a safe and efficient performance in your role.

About Runwood Homes:

Established in 1987, Runwood Homes is a leading provider of residential care, dementia care, and nursing care services, with a portfolio of over 58 homes across the UK. Our commitment to delivering personalised care is at the core of our mission, as we strive to celebrate the lives of each and every one of our residents.

At Runwood Homes, we prioritise the professional development of our staff by investing in comprehensive internal, external, and e-training programs at all levels. This dedication to continuous learning and growth ensures that our team is equipped to provide the highest quality of care to our residents.

As we look towards the future, our reputation for delivering innovative care for individuals living with dementia continues to flourish. We are dedicated to pushing the boundaries of care excellence and setting new standards in the industry.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of adults. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.

You can apply for this role by completing our short application form or by visiting the home where one of our team can help you.

Laundry Assistant

When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed.

Laundry Assistant - Bank

Care Home: Bramwell

Hours per week: Bank hours

Salary: 12.21 an hour

About the role:

As a Laundry Assistant, you will be a member of the support services team. Your main Laundry Assistant responsibilities will be to ensure the laundry of residents and general care home is completed in a professional and timely manner. This includes using washing machines, dryers, and ironing equipment safely and efficiently as well as neatly folding, hanging, or preparing clean laundry for redistribution. Your daily tasks as a Laundry Assistant include keeping the laundry area clean, tidy and organised as well as following health and safety standards to avoid contamination and accidents.

Benefits of working with Runwood Homes:

• Accrued Paid Holiday
• Weekly Pay
• Pension Scheme
• Blue Light Card and access to various other discounts on travel, restaurants, days out and leisure
• Employee Assistance Scheme that is also available to immediate family members
• Comprehensive induction and ongoing training
• Free DBS Check and uniform
• Opportunities to progress your career within the company
• Free, on-site parking
• Employee of the Month awards

About you:

We are looking for a skilled Laundry Assistant who can confidently maintain high standards of work whilst handling resident belongings with care and respect. You should be able to organise and prioritise your tasks effectively. It's important for our Laundry Assistants to be proactive, flexible, and a great team player. We also value a willingness to learn and grow, as you will need to participate in training activities to enhance your skills and knowledge for a safe and efficient performance in your role.

About Runwood Homes:

Established in 1987, Runwood Homes is a leading provider of residential care, dementia care, and nursing care services, with a portfolio of over 58 homes across the UK. Our commitment to delivering personalised care is at the core of our mission, as we strive to celebrate the lives of each and every one of our residents.

At Runwood Homes, we prioritise the professional development of our staff by investing in comprehensive internal, external, and e-training programs at all levels. This dedication to continuous learning and growth ensures that our team is equipped to provide the highest quality of care to our residents.

As we look towards the future, our reputation for delivering innovative care for individuals living with dementia continues to flourish. We are dedicated to pushing the boundaries of care excellence and setting new standards in the industry.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of adults. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.

You can apply for this role by completing our short application form or by visiting the home where one of our team can help you.

To play an active role within the Laundry Department, delivering a full and high-quality laundry service to support the daily operations of Eton College.

The Laundry Department is a vital part of the College community, comprising a dedicated team of 23 staff members. Equipped with industrial-grade washing machines, dryers, a steam-powered shirt unit, and a ironer for bed and table linens, the department also utilises advanced machinery such as a Butterfly folding and stacking system and a tunnel finisher for delicate garments.

Each week, the team processes up to 50,000 items for students, boarding house staff, catering teams, summer school attendees, the Bursary, and various other departments across the College. This role contributes directly to maintaining the high standards of cleanliness, presentation, and efficiency expected throughout the institution.

Due to the needs of the school and the department, we may interview suitable candidates before the closing date. This job may also close early if a large number of applications are received. You are advised to submit your application as early as possible to avoid missing your chance to apply.

Benefits

Eton College offers a wide range of benefits, including an 11% employer contribution to your pension (with 4.9% employee contribution), Employee Assistance Programme, enhanced Maternity / Paternity scheme, a cycle to work scheme, subsidised lunches during term time, free or heavily discounted access to the College’s sport and leisure facilities and discounts at local retailers and businesses.

Main Duties

• Receive and sort laundry, including personal clothing and linen, ensuring items are appropriately categorised for processing;
li>Inspect garments and linen prior to washing, identifying stains, damage, or special treatment requirements;
• Treat stains using appropriate chemicals, sort items into designated wash loads, and operate washers and dryers using correct programmes. Full training will be provided;
• Operate pressing equipment to finish shirts, linen, and starched collars to a high standard of presentation;
• All employees of Eton College are also expected to:
  • Develop a good understanding of safeguarding procedures, given all positions at Eton are classed as ‘regulated activity’;
  Demonstrate a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. This includes but is not limited to completing safeguarding training as required, complying with all safeguarding procedures and ensuring any safeguarding updates issued by the College are read and understood;
  • Understand and comply with procedures and legislation relating to confidentiality;
  • Display a commitment to and promotion of equality, diversity and inclusion.

The Ideal Candidate

You may enjoy this role, if:

• You have reasonable physical fitness with the ability to undertake heavy lifting;
• You take pride in your work and pay great attention to detail, delivering the highest possible standards;
• You have worked in a similar role, or have previous laundry, cleaning experience, however this is not essential if you have the right attitude and you are keen to learn;
• You have a Full, UK Driving Licence to drive manual vehicles;
• You have a flexible approach to work and a positive ‘can do’ attitude;
• You are able to work unsupervised and use your own initiative;
• You have good verbal communication skills;
• You are punctual and well presented.

Working Pattern

31 Weeks per annum at 40 hours during term time (Monday-Friday from 8am to 4.30pm);

7 Weeks per annum at 39 hours (Monday-Thursday 8am to 4.30pm and Friday 8am to 3.30pm);

6 weeks per annum at 27.5 hours during summer holidays (Monday - Friday 8am to 2pm);

Working days include a 30-minute meal break.

The remainder of the time when the Laundry is closed will be unpaid. Salaries are however paid in 12 equal monthly instalments.

About The College

We are an equal opportunities employer and are seeking applications from suitable candidates from all backgrounds. We are dedicated to creating and sustaining an environment that values individuality and difference and celebrates the diversity of both staff and pupils by fostering perseverance, tolerance and integrity. We believe in equal opportunity for everyone, irrespective of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation or socio-economic background.

If you have any queries about the application process or any problem with submitting your application online, the Recruitment Team will be happy to help. Should you require any reasonable adjustments to be made or facilities provided to enable you to apply online, please do not hesitate to contact us on (url removed) so we can make adjustments accordingly. 

DISCLOSURE CHECKS

Eton College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including, but not limited to, reference checks with past employers, an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (including Barred List information), an online search and, where applicable, Prohibition checks. If you are successful in your application, you will be required to complete a DBS Disclosure Application Form.  Any information disclosed will be handled in accordance with any guidance and/or Code of Practice published by the DBS. The College is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore all convictions, cautions, reprimands and final warnings (including those which would normally be considered as “spent” under the Act) must be declared, subject to the DBS filtering rules. It is a criminal offence for any person who is barred from working with children to attempt to apply for a position at the College.