Job Description
Brief overview of the role
They are seeking a motivated, reliable and above all enthusiastic apprentice with a genuine and strong intent to begin a career. You will work and learn from the most proven professionals and develop the skills, confidence and attention to detail required to work to a high standard – completing interior, exterior, domestic and commercial work.
What you’ll do at work
As a painter and decorator apprentice, you will work under the supervision of a skilled painter and decorator. Your primary role is to learn the practical and theoretical aspects of painting and decorating.
- Prepare the work area safely providing dust sheets and protection to furniture and adjacent surfaces
- Mixing and applying paint
- Hanging wallpaper
- Adding decorative finishes
- 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
- Follow and maintain work procedures and method statements
- Make the most efficient and effective use of resources, time and materials
- Work to allocated times and schedules for the project
- Identify different building methods e.g. steel frame, reinforced concrete frame, traditional solid wall and cavity wall, block and dry lined which determine the appropriate paint products and specifications
- Advise clients about basic colour choices
- Cleaning and maintaining all the tools and equipment used in the painting and decorating process
- Work to ensure safety measures are always observed during the job. This includes wearing appropriate protective gear and ensuring all materials are stored safely
Hours
40 Hours per week – Monday to Thursday between 8am – 4.30pm, Friday 8am – 3.30pm.
Your training plan
- Level 2 Painter & Decorator at Stockton Riverside College
- Functional Skills maths & English if required
More training information
This will be one day a week at Stockton Riverside College.
Desirable qualifications
GCSE or equivalent in:
- English (grade A*-C/9-4)
- Maths (grade A*-C/9-4)
Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Problem solving skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Initiative
- Physical fitness
- Time management
- Interest in painting
- Able to follow instructions
Other requirements
Apprentices will be expected to attend sessions at Stockton Riverside College each week, so transport must be considered. This role will be physically demanding, so please bear this in mind when applying.
About this company
Established since September 1982, GV Decorators have become one of the leading painting and decorating companies in Middlesbrough.
http://gvdecorators.co.uk/ (opens in new tab)
Where you’ll work
LETITIA INDUSTRIAL ESTATE
MIDDLESBROUGH
TS5 4BE
