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Level 2Intermediate · GCSE equivalent

Commercial laundry operative

Providing laundry services to a wide range of sectors in the UK.

Typical duration

1 year

Training funded

Fully funded

Route

Engineering and manufacturing

Standard ref

ST0604

Where this apprenticeship leads

Dry Cleaners and Laundry WorkersAI exposure 4% · Low

£18,000 - £22,000

£24,000 - £30,000

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Role overview

The Commercial Laundry Operative apprenticeship prepares you to work in industrial laundry facilities that process linen, workwear, and textiles for hospitals, hotels, and businesses at high volume. You will operate commercial washing, drying, and finishing machines and learn to sort, inspect, and quality-check items throughout the laundry process. This role offers a steady entry point into the textile services industry with scope to progress into supervisory positions.

Careers this apprenticeship leads to

Salary progression, top employers and day-to-day reality for the roles this standard prepares you for.

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