Apprentice Painter and Decorator

Hargreaves & Stocks LTD are looking to recruit a new painting & decorating apprentice. We are looking for a self-motivated individual, aiming for a successful career in domestic and commercial decorating.

To be a painter and decorator, you should have good practical and creative skills. You will need strong attention to detail and be someone who takes pride in their work. You’ll also need to be comfortable working at height.  

Your main tasks would include:  

• Measuring surface areas to work out how much paint or wall        covering you need.  
• Stripping off old wallpaper or paint.  
• Filling holes and cracks and making sure surfaces are level.  
• Preparing surfaces with primer and undercoat.  
• Mixing paint to the right shade, either by hand or computerised colour-matching equipment.  
• Tidying up after finishing a job.  

Training will be at Doncaster College on block release where you will access a wide range of facilities on offer.  

You will undertake The Painter and Decorator Level 2 standard.  

https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/painter-and-decorator-v1-2 

You will undertake Functional Skills for English and/or Maths if needed.

You will undertake both on and off the training by a team of industry qualified professionals to give you the best skills, knowledge, and experience.