Healthcare and Social Care - Linen Services Staff
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Healthcare and Social Care - Linen Services Staff
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Overview
Linen services make sure that hospital departments have stocks of clean uniforms and linen, such as sheets and towels for patients.
Key Activities
- Take items of clothing or linen from wards and other patient areas
- Deliver clean linen to wards
- Sort linen ready for cleaning or washing
- Keep records of stock levels
- Issue uniforms to staff
Workplace
Linen staff work mainly inside and in laundry departments to bulk wash linen.
Working Hours
The hours of work for linen staff depend on where they work. Some have normal office hours from Monday to Friday. Others work shifts that include early mornings, nights, evenings, and weekends.
Salary
Starting salary: £15,000
Experienced salary: up to £19,000
Qualifications
There are no set entry requirements for linen services assistants. Employers may ask for some experience of linen or laundry work or healthcare which could be from paid or voluntary work.