Launderette

Our community launderette is a long standing and much valued resource in Shieldfield.

As well as providing a service for our walk-in customers, we also provide a laundry service for older people who unable to do their own laundry and people in hospital who have no one to do their personal laundry.

You would be joining a committed and friendly team of volunteers, without whom we could not offer our low-cost services.

We offer induction, training, and support to all our volunteers as well as travel expenses.

We also offer lunch expenses for volunteers who work a longer shift

• Taking laundry from customers and advising them on when it will be ready
• Taking payment for laundry services, mainly through card payment
• Load washing machines and tumble driers
• Fold and bag clean laundry
• Help keep the workplace clean and tidy
• Follow Health and Safety procedures.

No formal qualifications may be necessary since induction and training are provided. However previous experience in a customer-facing role and familiarity with laundry tasks and equipment would be helpful.

Skills

• Ability to interact politely with customers, offering assistance and advice

Organisational Skills

• Keeping track of laundry orders and ensuring they're ready on time.

Handling Payments:

• Familiarity with card payment systems, or the ability to learn

General Cleaning and Laundry Skills:

• Operating washing machines, tumble dryers, and folding laundry efficiently

Reliability:

• Consistent attendance and commitment to shifts

Empathy:

• Understanding the importance of this service to customers, especially older people and hospital patients

Teamwork:

• Ability to work independently and as part of a small team

Attention to Detail:

• Ensuring laundry is clean, folded, and bagged neatly.