Laundry Assistant

at  Eton College

Role Introduction
We are looking for a Laundry Assistant to be part of the team providing a full laundry service for the College.
The Laundry Department consists of 23 members of staff. There are industrial sized washing machines and dryers, a steam powered shirt unit and ironer which processes bed and table linens. There is also a Butterfly machine that folds and stacks garments and a tunnel finisher for the drying of delicate items. The Laundry processes items for the boys, boarding house staff, catering departments, summer schools’ students, the Bursary and many other departments in the College. The Laundry Department can process up to 50,000 items per week.

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 – 4.30pm and Friday 8am-3.30pm)
• 6 weeks per annum at 27.5 hours during summer holidays (Monday – Friday 8am – 2pm)
  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.

Main Duties

• Sorting dirty linen and personal clothing on arrival at Laundry;
• Check items prior to washing for stains and any damage;
• Use chemicals to spot treat stains, sort items into wash loads, load & unload washers & dryers using correct programmes. Full training will be given;
• Use machinery to press shirts, linen and starched collars;
• Commitment and promotion of equality, diversity and inclusion;
• All positions at Eton are classed as ‘regulated activity’ as per the Keeping Children Safe in Education 2023 guidance, therefore a good understanding of safeguarding procedures is essential;
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, including but not limited to, completing safeguarding training as required, and ensuring any safeguarding updates issued by the College are read and understood;
• Understand and comply with procedures and legislation relating to confidentiality.

The Ideal Candidate

To be successful in this role you will need to be able to demonstrate the following;

• Reasonable physical fitness with the ability to undertake heavy lifting;
• A flexible approach to work and a ‘can do’ attitude;
• Great attention to detail and pride in your work
• Enjoy working as part of a team and happy to get stuck in and support your colleagues;
• Be able to work unsupervised and use your own initiative;
• Good verbal & written communication skills
• Good organisational skills

Ideally, you will also have:

• Previous experience working in Laundry or a similar role
• A Full, UK Driving Licence to drive manual vehicles

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 recruitment@etoncollege.org.uk so we can make adjustments accordingly.

Main Duties

• Sorting dirty linen and personal clothing on arrival at Laundry;
• Check items prior to washing for stains and any damage;
• Use chemicals to spot treat stains, sort items into wash loads, load & unload washers & dryers using correct programmes. Full training will be given;
• Use machinery to press shirts, linen and starched collars;
• Commitment and promotion of equality, diversity and inclusion;
• All positions at Eton are classed as ‘regulated activity’ as per the Keeping Children Safe in Education 2023 guidance, therefore a good understanding of safeguarding procedures is essential;
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, including but not limited to, completing safeguarding training as required, and ensuring any safeguarding updates issued by the College are read and understood;
• Understand and comply with procedures and legislation relating to confidentiality

To be successful in this role you will need to be able to demonstrate the following;

• Reasonable physical fitness with the ability to undertake heavy lifting;
• A flexible approach to work and a ‘can do’ attitude;
• Great attention to detail and pride in your work
• Enjoy working as part of a team and happy to get stuck in and support your colleagues;
• Be able to work unsupervised and use your own initiative;
• Good verbal & written communication skills
• Good organisational skill