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Job requirements
Essential
17 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Knowledge
In-depth knowledge of laundry and linen services within the NHS
- Knowledge
Experience in staff management and supervision, incorporating recruitment and selection of staff / management of sickness absence in line with policies and procedures
- Knowledge
Experience of working with and building effective working relationships with staff of all disciplines
- Knowledge
Working knowledge of Health and Safety relevant to an industrial laundry
- Qualifications
Educated to GCSE grade 4/C or above to include English and Maths (or equivalent experience / quals)
- Qualifications
Educated to degree level, or, be able to demonstrate the equivalent knowledge and experience of managing production in an industrial laundry
- Qualifications
ILM certificate or equivalent level of knowledge on leading and managing staff and services
- Qualifications
Qualified auditor for ISO 9001
- Special Skills
Ability to prioritise and meet tight deadlines
- Special Skills
IT Literacy
- Special Skills
Effective inter-personal skills, self-motivation, and ability to work on own initiative
- Special Skills
Excellent communication skills
- Special Skills
Demonstrable leadership and communication skills
- Special Skills
Excellent negotiating skills
- Special Skills
Ability to work as part of a team
- Further Training
Evidence of work place learning including attending training sessions, short courses, and other learning opportunities
- Further Training
Evidence on keeping up to date with (NHS) linen services legislation and best practice
Desirable
5 listedAdditional qualities the employer would prefer.
- Knowledge
Experience of producing staff appraisals / development plans
- Knowledge
An understanding of financial management including budgets and expenditure
- Knowledge
Previous management experience in an industrial laundry
- Knowledge
Previous experience of operating an ISO 9000 or EN 14065 Quality system
- Qualifications
ECDL or other computer based qualification
Job overview
Sheffield Teaching Hospitals currently has an opening for a Linen Services Assistant Manager in the Laundry at the Northern General Hospital in Sheffield. As an aspiring or experienced leader with a background in managing staff in a target driven production environment the Assistant Manager role represents a real opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to one of the country’s most cherished institutions. The post requires dedication and commitment to the service and ultimately the patients in the Sheffield and surrounding areas.
Successful candidates will need to be proactive and agile in their approach to managing the day to day demands as no two days are alike. The staff within the Laundry are expected to meet hourly production targets as well as being comfortable handling used, hospital linen, with some vaccinations required for this part of the process. As the Assistant Manager there would be an expectation of leading by example when needed.
The Laundry is a semi-automated facility including high volume processing equipment in addition to more labour-intensive manual operations. Full training is provided for all aspects of the laundry equipment and software systems and personal development is actively encouraged through our excellent Learning and Development department.
For the right candidate this is a fantastic opportunity to join a successful team in a supportive organisation with excellent workplace benefits.
Main duties of the job
Organising Supervisors and Linen Assistants to complete the linen requirements of the Trust and its external contracts on a daily basis
Fully support staff attendance in line with Trust policies and procedures
Fully realise production goals and efficiencies through close monitoring of production targets
Maintain quality and cleanliness standards in line with HTM 0104 and EN14065
Assist in the upkeep of the ISO 9001 Management System
Liaise with and co-ordinate maintenance activities with the maintenance team to ensure up-time of equipment is maximised
Champion a culture of good health and safety practices and continuous improvement initiatives
Ensure training and development targets are adhered to and maintain annual appraisals in line with Trust requirements
Support and develop team members to enable fulfilment of career potential
Utilise Trust IT applications to capture wages, holidays and production data for analysis and record keeping
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post.
When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria.
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This advert is for Linen Services Assistant Manager with Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in Sheffield, England. It is listed as a Band 5 Estates and facilities role. The advertised salary is £32,073 - £39,043 pa/ pro rata for part time staff. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 18 Oct 2026.
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