Apprentice Painter and Decorator

Community Campus are looking for a painting and decorating apprentice to join their team. Upon completion the candidate will have a level 2 painter and decorator apprenticeship.

What will the apprentice be doing?

Duties to include:

• Carry out relevant painting and decorating duties on responsive and planned works as requested to client specifications and to Community Campus standards.
• Work flexibly across the repairs and maintenance service ensuring void properties are available for occupancy as soon as possible.
• Use authorised equipment provided with due care and attention and as supervised.
• Filling & sanding.
• Priming and undercoat.
• Prepare the work area safely providing dust sheets and protection to furniture and adjacent surfaces.
• Applying paint systems by brush and roller in the workplace.
• Identify hazards and risks in the workplace ensuring a safe environment is maintained at all times.
• Select, use, maintain and store, paint, tools, wallcoverings, spray equipment, steps, ladders and towers safely.
• Conform to efficient working practices.

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

• Level 2 Painting & Decorating at Stockton Riverside College.
• Functional Skills Maths & English if required.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Become a qualified painter and decorator who can progress into full-time employment or self-employment