Apprentice Painter & Decorator

We are looking to recruit a Painting & Decorating Apprentice to join our team which covers various properties across the East Midlands and South Yorkshire. The successful candidate will learn and develop skills regarding the use of paint coatings and wallcoverings, gaining an understanding for safety and environmental requirements.

Autism East Midlands is a regional autism charity providing services across the East Midlands. In line with this we are wishing for applications from people affected by autism.

To learn and develop skills regarding the use of paint coatings and wallcoverings, gaining an understanding for safety and environmental requirements. They will be able to select, use, maintain and store, paint, tools, wallcoverings, steps, ladders and towers safely

Duties and Responsibilities:  

• Report to the Lead Painter & Decorator or Health and Safety Manager, any Health and Safety hazards and potential problems observed during the course of his/her normal work.
• Report any safeguarding concerns immediately to the relevant people.
• To learn to identify the applications for and to use different paint coatings.
• To allocate and oversee quality work for the P&D team. 
• To liaise with suppliers and organise for delivery or collection of materials.
• To keep records of work carried out as required and report this to the Deputy Director of Development.
• To work harmoniously with other staff, giving assistance when required.
• Keep their vehicle in a clean, safe and serviced condition. 
• Assist moving furniture/equipment when necessary.
• Interact with service users, treating them always with respect and dignity.
• To behave in a trustworthy and responsible manner and not bring Autism East Midlands into disrepute.
• The job description is not exhaustive and may change to reflect the abilities and expertise of the individual and/or the needs of the organisation.   

One day per week at Basford College Nottingham, NG8 6AQ for 2 years.

Next group starts after Easter 2025.