Overview
Linen services staff make sure that hospital departments have stocks of clean uniforms and linen, such as sheets and towels for patients.
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
- Pack linen for storage or delivery
- Keep records of stock levels
- Issue uniforms to staff
Organisations
Linen services staff are employed by various organisations such NHS trusts, private hospitals and care homes.
Workplace
Linen services staff work mainly inside and in factory style settings to wash in bulk.
Working Hours
The hours of work for linen services staff depends 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 is around £18,000.
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.