Laundry Assistant B2

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.

The role:

The Laundry Assistant plays a key role in supporting the objectives of Hillington Central Laundry by providing a cost-effective, efficient, and high-quality linen service across Greater Glasgow & Clyde and Argyll & Bute. The post holder is responsible for operating a range of laundry equipment and machinery safely and efficiently, ensuring all linen is processed and delivered on time and to the highest quality standards. Production targets must be achieved and recorded in line with standard operating procedures, while maintaining a strong focus on health, safety, and staff wellbeing. The role also supports continuous improvement initiatives to enhance quality, efficiency, and service delivery.

Band 2 roles are not eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker or Health and Care Worker visa routes.

All other roles will be assessed for sponsorship eligibility in line with current Home Office requirements. NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) can only issue a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) where these are met.

Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:

Permanent, part-time 32 hours per week

Shift pattern: Monday & Tuesday 16:00 - 23:00, Wednesday & Thursday 16:00 - 23:00, Friday 16:00 - 23:00

Base location: Hillington Laundry

Key responsibilities:

• Operate laundry machinery and equipment safely and efficiently.
• Meet and record production targets in line with standard operating procedures.
• Sort, wash, dry, finish, fold, pack, and label linen.
• Monitor equipment performance and resolve minor faults and blockages.
• Prepare and dispatch completed linen orders.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping, cleanliness, and safety.
• Operate cleaning equipment, balers, and scissor lifts.
• Support continuous improvement, quality standards, and efficient service delivery.

Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job:

• Complete a 9 to 12 week induction and training programme on all laundry equipment.
• Working knowledge of laundry machinery and health and safety procedures.
• Attend health and safety, infection control, and quality control training.
• Basic IT skills for operating laundry systems.
• Ability to check and audit own work for quality and accuracy.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to manage assigned tasks in a busy working environment.
• Participate in annual refresher training and competency assessments as required.

What we offer:

We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.

As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:

• A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
• Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
• Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses
• Enhanced pay for working public holidays
• NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
• Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies

Interested?

If you would like to find out more, we would love to hear from you.

For an informal discussion, please contact:
Margaret Cardigan, Assistant Manager - Margaret.Cardigan@nhs.scot - 0141 211 8787

Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process: Information for candidates

This vacancy may close early due to a high volume of applications. We recommend applying as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

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NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) recognises the importance of work-life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow. For roles where less than full-time hours can be accommodated, and where the tenure is listed as “various”, we encourage applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements. Flexible working will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and are proud of the diverse workforce we employ.

By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We welcome applications from across the Armed Forces Community and recognise military skills, experience and qualifications throughout the recruitment and selection process.

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