Role Introduction

The Laundry Department consists of 24 members of staff operating state of the art equipment. Which include industrial sized washing machines and tumble dryers, a steam powered shirt unit and ironer which processes bed and table linens. There is also a Butterfly machine that folds and stacks garments and a tunnel finisher for the drying of delicate items. The Laundry processes items for the boys, boarding house staff, catering departments, summer schools students, the Bursary and many other departments in the College.  The Laundry Department can process up to 50,000 items per week.

Working Pattern

You will be working 49.6 weeks per year (You will be paid over 12 months).

This will be made up of:

• 31 Weeks per annum at 40 hours during term time (Monday-Friday from 8am to 4.30pm)
• 7 Weeks per annum at 39 hours (Monday-Thursday 8am – 4.30pm and Friday 8am-3.30pm)
• 6 weeks per annum at 27.5 hours during summer holidays (Monday – Friday 8am – 2pm).

Due to the needs of the school and the department, we may interview suitable candidates before the closing date. This job may also close early if a large number of applications are received. You are advised to submit your application as early as possible to avoid missing your chance to apply.

Main Duties

• Assist the Laundry Manager with ensuring the operational running of the department, maximising capacity of machines and efficiency of staff;
• Great attention to detail and pride in your work – you are keen to deliver the highest possible standards;
• Build and maintain good relationships both within the team and with other departments to ensure we maximise logistics and efficiency across all areas of the business;
• Assign and inspect work to ensure that high standards are being met including COSHH standards);
• Help develop and implement improvements within the department;
• Ensure quality control is in place, maintaining high standards at all times;
• Fulfilment of other tasks and projects assigned by the Managers and Directors;
• Assist the Laundry Manager with the management of Laundry staff;
• Proactively identifying potential issues and resolve them quickly;
• Assist the Laundry Manager with identifying departmental training requirements and carrying out staff training, where appropriate;
• Undertake any other reasonable duties to help facilitate the smooth running of the department which includes assisting with the processing of laundry;
• Stock checks as and when required;
• Rota planning;
• Ensure health and safety protocols are followed at all times;
• Commitment and promotion of equality, diversity and inclusion;
• All positions at Eton are classed as ‘regulated activity’ as per the Keeping Children Safe in Education 2023 guidance, therefore a good understanding of safeguarding procedures is essential;
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, including by not limited to, completing safeguarding training as required, and ensuring any safeguarding updates issued by the College are read and understood;
• Understand and comply with procedures and legislation relating to confidentiality.

The Ideal Candidate

To be successful in this role, the incumbent should:

• Have had extensive experience managing operations at a busy organisation;
• Have strong people leader skills with experience managing a team;
• Have excellent attention to detail;
• Have the ability to deal with pressure and challenging work environment;
• Be flexible and willing with a positive, can do attitude;
• Have exceptional written and verbal communication skills;
• Have high level of efficiency and accuracy;
• Be able to resolve any issues in a logical and practical manner;
• Be competent in Microsoft Word, Excel & Outlook.

Desirable Skills and Competencies

• Full UK driving licence
• Previous Laundry experience

Benefits

Eton College offers a wide range of benefits, including an 11% employer contribution to your pension (with 4.9% employee contribution), Employee Assistance Programme, enhanced Maternity / Paternity scheme, a cycle to work scheme, subsidised lunches during term time, free access to the College’s sport and leisure facilities and discounts at local retailers and businesses.

About the College

We are an equal opportunities employer and are seeking applications from suitable candidates from all backgrounds. We are dedicated to creating and sustaining an environment that values individuality and difference and celebrates the diversity of both staff and pupils by fostering perseverance, tolerance and integrity. We believe in equal opportunity for everyone, irrespective of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation or socio-economic background.

If you have any queries about the application process or any problem with submitting your application online, the Recruitment Team will be happy to help. Should you require any reasonable adjustments to be made or facilities provided to enable you to apply online, please do not hesitate to contact us on recruitment@etoncollege.org.uk so we can make adjustments accordingly. 

DISCLOSURE CHECKS

Eton College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including, but not limited to, reference checks with past employers, an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (including Barred List information), an online search and, where applicable, Prohibition checks. If you are successful in your application, you will be required to complete a DBS Disclosure Application Form.  Any information disclosed will be handled in accordance with any guidance and/or Code of Practice published by the DBS. The College is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore all convictions, cautions, reprimands and final warnings (including those which would normally be considered as “spent” under the Act) must be declared, subject to the DBS filtering rules. It is a criminal offence for any person who is barred from working with children to attempt to apply for a position at the College.

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