Painter & Decorator Apprentice

Assisting with painting and decorating tasks across studios, communal areas, and reception spaces to ensure they remain welcoming and well-maintained for residents and visitors. Supporting in basic plastering, sanding, filling, and surface preparation to maintain high standards throughout the buildings.
Helping to refresh and improve communal spaces (e.g. corridors, kitchens, bathrooms, and shared lounges), ensuring they reflect the creative and vibrant Eat Work Art ethos. Learning and assisting with general building maintenance, such as minor repairs, upkeep of fixtures and fittings, and routine checks of high-traffic areas. Contributing ideas to enhance the look and feel of resident spaces, working as part of a team committed to creating inspiring environments.

Training:

This position is for a Level 2 Painter and Decorator apprenticeship standard, including Functional Skills if required. The apprentice will spend each day working alongside Stephen, our professional decorator, who will provide hands-on guidance and mentoring throughout the role. They will support Stephen with a variety of decorating and maintenance tasks across the studios, communal areas and reception spaces, helping to keep these environments looking their best for residents and visitors.

Day-to-day work might include preparing walls and woodwork for painting, sanding, filling and assisting with painting and finishing to a high standard. They will also help with basic plastering jobs and small repair tasks to improve and maintain the buildings.

Stephen will demonstrate techniques, explain best practices and supervise work to ensure the apprentice builds confidence using tools and materials safely and effectively. Over time, the apprentice will be encouraged to take on small tasks more independently while still having Stephen’s support for advice and quality checks.

This practical learning experience is designed to help the apprentice develop core skills in decorating, general maintenance and working in a busy, creative environment.

Training Outcome:

There may be a full-time position available within the business upon completion of the apprenticeship. If not, our recruitment team will support you in your job search.

Employer Description:
Eat Work Art is a leading provider of creative workspaces in London and Devon. Since 2009, we’ve been transforming distinctive buildings into vibrant ecosystems for artists, makers, and independent businesses. Our work is shaped by a deep understanding of creative culture and a commitment to building dynamic, collaborative communities. Our spaces are home to industry-leading creatives across design, music, fashion, food, and the arts—people who are at the forefront of their fields. Our workspaces are known for their curated mix of wellness, retail, and hospitality experiences. Some of our best-known locations include Netil House, Netil Market, and Hackney Downs Studios. Eat Work Art is a place to do meaningful work alongside people who care deeply about what they contribute. It’s more than a workspace - you’ll be part of the very community you’re helping to shape.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday, 8 am - 4 pm

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Physical fitness,Attention to Detail,Proactivity