Apprentice Painter & Decorator (Ref SPI-0002-25)

We are looking to take on an apprentice Painter and Decorator to work within a well established Decorating contractor company which carries out a wide range of contracts in residential, commercial and industrial settings.  Your experience will start on a large redevelopment site in Stevenage consisting of over 600 residential and 20 market units.

The successful applicant will have the opportunity to learn all the skills needed to become a competent painter and decorator and will be involved in tasks including:

Measuring the work area to calculate the time and materials required to complete the project Preparing the surrounding areas before painting Preparing painting surfaces, including removing old paint, filling holes and cracks and washing walls Choosing the tools to complete the job Applying paint and wall coverings Applying specialist coatings Cleaning up painting tools and supplies and replacing fixtures Collaborating with painters on other larger jobs Working with other construction professionals such as, carpenters, electricians and plumbers when necessary Complying with health and safety standards and understanding risk and method statements

Training:

You will work towards a Level 2 qualification as a Painter and Decorator, including any required Functional Skills, and will receive skilled off-the-job training by means of block release sessions that will involve periodic week/fortnight long residential sessions 

Training Outcome:

On successful completion of the apprenticeship there will be the opportunity to move into full-time employment.

Employer Description:
Training & Apprenticeships in Construction Ltd (TrAC) is a DfE approved Flexi Job Apprenticeship Agency who will employ you for the duration of the apprenticeship and pay your salary. You should be aware that you will be placed with a host employer but you will not be employed by them. Your placement may change during the course of your apprenticeship but TrAC will employ you throughout, as well as continuing to support you into employment or further learning at the end of your apprenticeship.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday 7.30am - 4.30pm

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Physical fitness