Domestic​/Laundry Assistant

Location: Hillview Care Home, Hurst Lane, Lancaster, Lancashire, United Kingdom
Job Type: Permanent, Part time (22 hours per week, includes occasional evenings and weekends)
Sponsorship: Not currently available

At Marton Care Homes, we are proud to be part of the Rossendale community, providing a warm, welcoming, and supportive environment where residents feel safe, valued, and  a family-run care group, we understand the importance of strong community connections, meaningful relationships, and delivering care with kindness and respect.

We are currently looking for a dedicated Domestic/Laundry Assistant to join our team. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who takes pride in creating clean, comfortable surroundings and wants to make a genuine difference to the lives of older people in their local community.

Every clean bedroom, fresh set of bedding, and welcoming communal space helps residents feel comfortable, respected, and cared for. Your role will be an important part of ensuring our home remains a place where residents can thrive and enjoy the highest quality of life.

As our Domestic/Laundry Assistant, you will help maintain a safe, clean, and homely environment for residents, visitors, and colleagues.

• Collect, sort, and wash laundry items, including residents' clothing, bed linen, and towels.
• Operate washing machines, dryers, and ironing equipment safely and effectively.
• Fold, iron, and store laundry to a high standard.
• Ensure residents' personal clothing is correctly identified and returned.
• Follow infection prevention and control procedures at all times.
• Report any faults or maintenance issues with laundry equipment.

• Clean designated areas including bedrooms, bathrooms, communal lounges, dining rooms, and staff areas.
• Vacuum, dust, mop floors, sanitise surfaces, and remove waste as required.
• Replenish cleaning and hygiene supplies.
• Follow cleaning schedules and health and safety procedures.
• Report hazards, damages, or repair requirements promptly.
• Work as part of a team to create a welcoming environment that residents, families, and visitors can enjoy.

We're looking for someone who:

• Takes pride in maintaining high standards of cleanliness and presentation.
• Is reliable, organised, and has a positive attitude.
• Enjoys working as part of a friendly team.
• Has a caring and respectful approach towards older people.
• Understands the importance of dignity, privacy, and promoting residents' wellbeing.
• Is willing to work flexibly, including occasional evenings and weekends.
• Previous cleaning, housekeeping, laundry, or care experience is beneficial, but not essential, as full training will be provided.

When you join Marton Care Homes, you'll become part of a team that genuinely cares about the people we support and the community we serve.

You’ll enjoy:

• A friendly and supportive working environment.
• Full induction and ongoing training opportunities.
• Opportunities for career development and progression.
• The chance to make a positive difference in the lives of local people every day.
• Being part of a dedicated team that values respect, compassion, and community spirit.

If you're passionate about helping others and want to play an important role in supporting residents within the Rossendale community, we'd love to hear from you.