Job summary This is an exciting opportunity to work within an NHS Laundry based in Swansea. We are looking to recruit a Laundry Section Leader to work in the laundry site based in Llansamlet, Swansea. The role will suit an enthusiastic and motivated individual who is keen to work in a busy production environment that processes linen for Hospitals and Health care premises across West Wales. Although the role will be based at Swansea Laundry there will be a requirement to work on a rotational basis at our Laundry Distribution Hub in Carmarthen. Main duties of the job The Laundry Section Leader will be required to be able to manage all work sections of the production area. Duties will include the management of staff and resources within their assigned section to achieve optimum production levels of service, as prescribed by the laundry management. The post holder will assume responsibility for monitoring the quality of work produced on the section. The post holder shall also be instrumental in motivating staff and will assist in identifying and providing support in the training and development of production staff The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply. About us At NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership we expect everyone to embrace our values of Listening and Learning, Working Together, Taking Responsibility and Innovating. Our organisation encourages an agile working approach and we pride ourselves on being a learning organisation motivated by continuous improvement. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values equality, diversity and inclusion, focussing on the wellbeing and belonging of our people. Excellent customer service is something we strive for, for both our internal and external customers. Offering a comprehensive benefits package, there is something for everyone. To find out more about working for us, the benefits we offer and guidance on the application process please visit https://nwssp.nhs.wales/working-for-us/ NWSSP work in an agile way where possible, all posts will have a contractual base but as part of agile ways of working that may mean working from home and other locations. We also look at how we balance flexibility with community, and how to manage opportunities to learn from each other. Date posted 25 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 3 Salary £24,433 to £26,060 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 043-EA011-0225 Job locations Swansea Laundry Nantyffin Road South, Llansamlet, Swansea SA7 9RG Job description Job responsibilities You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac Job description Job responsibilities You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac Person Specification Experience Essential Working in an industrial or factory production environment Desirable Previous Commercial or Health Care Laundry experience Qualifications Essential Good standard of general education Desirable Laundry specific qualification Other Essential Understanding of Health & Safety Legislation Desirable Experience of working in a leadership role Person Specification Experience Essential Working in an industrial or factory production environment Desirable Previous Commercial or Health Care Laundry experience Qualifications Essential Good standard of general education Desirable Laundry specific qualification Other Essential Understanding of Health & Safety Legislation Desirable Experience of working in a leadership role Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Employer details Employer name NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership Address Swansea Laundry Nantyffin Road South, Llansamlet, Swansea SA7 9RG Employer's website https://nwssp.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)