Housekeeping- Gokul Vrandavan Gujarati Care Home

Midlandscare; Leicester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A care home organization in Leicester is seeking dedicated staff for housekeeping and laundry care. You will be responsible for maintaining cleanliness and hygiene in the facility, assisting residents with their needs, and ensuring compliance with health protocols. Applicants should have basic literacy and numeracy skills, along with the willingness to undergo training. Join a supportive team committed to compassion and growth, with competitive pay and numerous benefits.

Benefits

Competitive rates of pay

Robust pension scheme

Learning Academy for development

Employee Assistance Programme

On-site car parking

Free uniform and badges

Access to discounts

Qualifications

• Prior experience in care homes or hospitality preferred but not essential.
• Willingness to complete health & safety, infection control, and dementia care awareness training.
• Ability to perform manual tasks such as lifting and standing for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Sorting, washing, drying, folding, and ironing all personal and house linen.
• Cleaning resident rooms and communal areas, maintaining hygiene in laundry spaces.
• Monitoring cleaning and laundry supplies, reporting shortages.

Skills

Basic numeracy and literacy

Good spoken English or relevant language for residents

Job description

# Housekeeping- Gokul Vrandavan Gujarati Care Home12 Windsor Avenue, Leicester LE4 5DTNovember 24, 2025### Job Description**Job Purpose**To maintain cleanliness, hygiene, and proper laundry services within Long Lea Care Home, ensuring a safe, comfortable, and dignified environment for residents.**Key Responsibilities:*** **Laundry Care:** Sorting, washing, drying, folding, and ironing all personal and house linen, following care home protocols.* **Garment Maintenance:** Inspecting laundry for damage, repairing tears, replacing buttons, and ensuring delicate fabrics receive proper care.* **Storage & Distribution:** Organizing and returning clean laundry to designated areas, including residents’ personal storage.* **Housekeeping Duties:** Cleaning resident rooms, communal areas, and maintaining hygiene in laundry spaces.* **Infection Control & Compliance:** Adhering to COSHH regulations, infection prevention measures, and health & safety protocols.* **Stock Management:** Monitoring cleaning and laundry supplies, reporting shortages, and ensuring safe storage of chemicals.* **Resident Support:** Assisting residents with clothing selection and maintenance, ensuring dignity and comfort.**Qualification and Skills:*** **Skills:** Basic numeracy and literacy, good spoken English or relevant language for residents.* **Experience:** Prior experience in care homes or hospitality preferred but not essential.* **Training:** Willingness to complete health & safety, infection control, and dementia care awareness training.* **Physical Stamina:** Ability to perform manual tasks such as lifting, standing for extended periods, and operating laundry equipment.**About Midlands Care**At Midlands Care, we are dedicated to providing exceptional care and support within our group of care homes throughout the Midlands. Certified as Investors in People (2024), we pride ourselves on our commitment to nurturing both our residents and our team members. Our core values – Togetherness, Positivity, and Compassion – are at the heart of everything we do, ensuring a warm and supportive environment for all. Our priorities are centred around Customer, Colleague, and Community, reflecting our holistic approach towards all.We offer our employees a range of benefits designed to enhance their professional and personal lives:* Competitive rates of pay* Robust pension scheme* Our very own Learning Academy, which offers comprehensive development programmes and clinical training* Employee Assistance Programme with a 24/7 confidential helpline for you and your loved ones* Exceptional working environment* On-site car parking* Free uniform and badges* Access to thousands of online and high street discounts* Support from a highly qualified management team dedicated to helping you succeed and grow in your role* Proud promoters of our Diversity, Equality and Inclusion agendaJoin Midlands Care and become part of a team that values togetherness, maintains a positive attitude, and approaches every task with compassion.Location