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Laundry Operative

Job Introduction

Join Our Team as a Laundry Operative at David Lewis! 

Make a difference every day — right at the heart of our community.

Looking for a role where your work genuinely matters?

Want to be part of a friendly, supportive team that keeps the whole organisation running smoothly?

At David Lewis, we’re searching for a reliable, hands‑on, and proactive Laundry Operative to join our busy Laundry Team. If you take pride in doing a great job, enjoy working with others, and want a role with real purpose — we’d love to hear from you, this is a full time role but, we would also consider part time applicants as well.

What You’ll Be Doing

Every day is different, but your role will be vital in helping us deliver an outstanding laundry service to our residents, staff, and external partners. You’ll be:


  • Using laundry machinery and equipment confidently and safely
  • Sorting, separating, washing, drying, ironing, and finishing items to a high standard
  • Collecting and delivering laundry across our site — and off site too
  • Packing and dispatching clean items with care
  • Helping keep the laundry environment clean, organised, and hygienic
  • Working as part of a tight‑knit team who will support you from day one
  • Playing your part in keeping standards high, promoting safeguarding, and upholding our values

You’ll also step in to help with any other ad‑hoc tasks that help us keep things moving — no two days are the same!


We’re Looking For…

Someone who is:

  • Reliable, punctual, and takes pride in their work
  • A great communicator
  • Able to work well within a team — but confident working independently too
  • Organised, with strong attention to detail
  • Focused on great customer service and doing things right, first time
  • Willing to learn and use laundry machinery safely and confidently

Experience in a commercial or private laundry is a bonus, but not essential.

full clean driving licence is required.


How We Measure Success

You’ll know you’re doing brilliantly when:

  • Our customers (internal and external) are happy
  • Timescales are met and standards stay high
  • Your line manager sees consistent quality, reliability, and growth
  • You’re confident using the equipment and keeping everything running smoothly

Safeguarding & DBS Requirements

Because of the important role we play at David Lewis, this position requires an Enhanced DBS check and full safer recruitment checks — including references and full employment history. We take safeguarding seriously and expect the same commitment from our team members.


Why Work With Us?

At David Lewis, you’re not just joining a workplace — you’re joining a community. Our staff stay because they feel valued, supported, and part of something meaningful. You’ll have:

  • A supportive manager
  • A friendly team
  • A purposeful role that really makes a difference
  • Training, development, and opportunities to grow

Ready to join a team that’s at the heart of what we do?

Apply now and become part of something genuinely rewarding at David Lewis.

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