Linen Services Operative

Job summary

Previous Applicants need not apply.

CHoICE are seeking a passionate, hardworking and reliable individual (35 hours per week) to join our team and fulfil the role of Linen Service Operative.

An exciting opportunity for those who are motivated, flexible, task-focused and have excellent communications skills.

If you are ambitious, caring, a team player and strive to deliver high-standards, we would like to hear from YOU!

You would be responsible for assisting in the provision of an integrated Linen Service and delivery system, providing quality linen and uniform services to Sunderland & South Tyneside NHS Foundation Trust and commercial customers.

Choice Facilities Services work together to;

Deliver nationally-recognised high-quality, safe, cost-effective services for the people, patients and stakeholders.

Attract and retain employees who are proud to recommend our services.

Deliver a wide range of high-quality, effective and compliant Facilities Management (FM), Procurement and Pharmacy Services.

Choice Facilities provide a wide range of services including Domestic Services based over South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust sites.

To join a friendly, organised and positive working environment, apply for the role of Linen Service Operative.

Main duties of the job

• Please visitGov.UKfor further information.Please note the Trust are not able to offer Skilled Worker Sponsorship for this role as it does not meet the UKVI threshold requirements. You are requested to consider this when making your application.

• To store articles and remove soiling in accordance with Department of Health and Control of Infection guidelines.

  To undertake full training in all aspects of linen duties and all linen equipment and to participate in rotation.

  To fold and pack linen ready for distribution.

  To assist in linen deliveries to Sunderland Royal Hospital.

  To maintain cleanliness of laundry trolleys.

  To follow work schedules to assist in the collection of used linen from wards, departments, and theatres.

  To assist in the sealing of used linen into laundry bags.

  To ensure laundry trolleys are retained in correct location.

  To follow work schedules to assist in the timely delivery of clean linen to wards and departments.

  To operate any monitoring equipment as required to ensure efficient stock control.

  To ensure linen distribution centre is maintained in a clean and safe state.

  To sort, classify and account for all linen sent for processing.

• Shift pattern 07:00 - 15:30 across seven days.

About us

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City Hospitals Independent Commercial Enterprises Ltd (CHoICE - trading since 2014) is a wholly owned subsidiary company of South Tyneside & Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust (STSFT). We provide a full range of Facilities Management, Procurement and Outpatient Pharmacy services. We employ staff in a wide range of functions, ranging from cleaners, porters, engineers, procurement and pharmacists.

Commitment, Care and Compassion- our Team contribute to the overall hospital environment, providing safe, secure and comfortable facilities for access by patients, staff and visitors. CHoICE is an exciting place to work that will provide you with an opportunity to grow and develop. Many of our staff work flexibly, including part-time and we are committed to offering flexible approaches to work where possible. We provide a range of benefits including Fitness Centre (SRH), cycle to work scheme and access to a Childcare Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements.

We welcome all applications regardless of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion or belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity and in particular those from under-represented groups.

If you use AI, and it poses a risk to the integrity of your individual recruitment process, we may withdraw your application at any stage of the process.

Employer details

Employer name

City Hospitals Independent Commercial Enterprises Ltd (CHoICE)

Address

Sunderland Royal Hospital

Kayll Road

Sunderland

SR4 7TP

Employer's website

https://www.choicesunderland.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

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Employer details

Employer name

City Hospitals Independent Commercial Enterprises Ltd (CHoICE)

Address

Sunderland Royal Hospital

Kayll Road

Sunderland

SR4 7TP

Employer's website

https://www.choicesunderland.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

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