Job Advert
Laundry Assistant (Ref: 181464)
Part time – 14 hours per week
Mon, Wed, Fri 11:30 to 14:30 Tue, Thu 11:30 to 14:00
Band 2 - Salary Range £23,362 - £25,368 per annum (pro rata)
Distant Island Allowance of £2,256 per annum (pro rata)
An opportunity has arisen for a Laundry Assistant within our team based at Gilbert Bain Hospital Laundry. Applicants must have the ability to carry out all aspects of the role, a good eye for detail, good communication skills and able to take instruction. A full training package for the successful candidate will be provided.
We’re looking for people who share our team-working ethos. Applicants should have a good level of basic education, and a full UK driving licence would be desirable. You will need to be able to follow instructions so you can take part in the initial training and induction, which takes place when you start. From there, your manager and colleagues will give you the support you need while you complete your on the job training. The work you do in the Domestic team will be essential to the safe running of the Health Service in Shetland; you will be a valued member of the team and may have the opportunity to develop skills in other areas of the facilities team if you wish, such as laundry or catering.
Rise to the challenge and enjoy the opportunity - Shetland is a wonderful place to live and work. Shetland offers low pollution, low crime, excellent schools, great leisure facilities, unique wildlife and amazing scenery, whilst still only a short flight away from the UK mainland. To find out more about living and working in Shetland go to www.shetland.org and/or https://www.shetland.org/life
You will be expected to comply with the Induction Standards and Code of Conduct for Healthcare Support Workers within 3 months of commencing your role – details can be viewed on http://www.hcswtoolkit.nes.scot.nhs.uk/resources/hcsw-standards-and-codes/
For an informal discussion, please contact Arlene Priestley 01595 743000
Closing date: 19th May 2024
Interview date: week of the 27th May 2024
*Please note this is a local advertisement and no relocation or interview expenses are applicable.
If you require assistance or encounter any technical issues with your application, please e-mail support at https://jobseekersupport.jobtrain.co.uk/support/home including the vacancy reference number and “NHS Shetland” in the subject line.
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