Painter and Decorator Apprentice

Sykes and Son Ltd are looking to recruit one Painting & Decorator Apprentice to join our painting & decorating business stream, which has experienced substantial growth and has exciting plans for future development.

• Work in compliance with Occupational Health, Safety and environmental requirements to ensure the health, safety and well-being of self and others at all times
• Report in a timely manner any non-compliance
• Carry out work confirming to all current and relevant building regulations, quality standards and work instructions
• Work to the construction programme, adapting to changes in schedule and requirements where necessary
• Prepare the work site including setting out the work and selecting materials, tools and equipment appropriate to the project
• Use the appropriate tools and equipment to prepare substrates and apply decorative materials to industry standards
• Carry out minor repairs or modifications to completed substrates/surfaces
• Maintain a clear and safe work site at all times, disposing of waste appropriately and sustainably
• Receive, unload, move, lift, and store materials to site for application following good handling practices to prevent injury or damage
• Assist in erecting access equipment to enable safe access for working at height, in accordance with health & safety guidelines
• Prepare area to be worked in protecting surfaces as necessary
• Prepare and clean surfaces prior to painting & decoration
• Apply primer, undercoat and finishing coats using a variety of brushes, rollers or spray equipment
• Ensure work area is clean and tidy at all times
• Maintain competence in the use of all tools required for general painting and decorating work
• Prepare lists of materials required for painting and decorating work
• Carry out other reasonable tasks to assist with the day-to-day running of the business
• Maintain any required records of work carried out

Desired skills

Communication skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Presentation skills, Number skills, Analytical skills, Logical, Team working, Creative, Initiative, Non judgemental, Patience, Physical fitness, Excellent Timekeeping, High standard of work

Desired qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 4) Desired
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 4) Desired

Training

Successful candidates will enrol onto:

• Painter and Decorator Standard 2
• Functional Skills at Level 1 in English and maths (if required)
• Training schedule has yet to be agreed. Details will be made available at a later date

Future prospects

Intermediate Level 2 (GCSE).

Further progression may well be available in other areas within our sector, upon successful completion.

Things to consider

Become a permanent member of staff. 13/06/2024

Successful candidates will enrol onto:

• Painter and Decorator Standard 2
• Functional Skills at Level 1 in English and maths (if required)
• Training schedule has yet to be agreed. Details will be made available at a later date

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 4) Desired
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 4) Desired Communication skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Presentation skills, Number skills, Analytical skills, Logical, Team working, Creative, Initiative, Non judgemental, Patience, Physical fitness, Excellent Timekeeping, High standard of work London WC1N 1PG Sykes House 7d Wakefield Street SYKES & SON LIMITED