Apprentice Painter & Decorator N PURDY & CO LTD

We are looking to recruit 2 enthusiastic individuals to join and work within a skilled team of quality decorators. You will learn all aspects of the painting and decorating trade, such as measuring surface areas to work out how much paint or wall covering is needed, plus more.

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Closing date: 30 Sep 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £10,296.00

    Wages explained

    Apprentices are paid for their normal working hours and training that's part of their apprenticeship (usually one day per week).

    Minimum Wage Rates

  • Working week

    Monday to Friday between the hours of 7.30am and 5pm depending on the job

    Total hours per week: 37.5

  • Expected duration

    18 Months

  • Possible start date

    23 Oct 2023

  • Date posted

    06 Sep 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000196527

  • Positions

    2 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

  • 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 using computerised colour-matching equipment
  • Applying layers of paint and hanging wallpaper
    tidying up after finishing a job

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

  • Level 2 Painting & Decorating apprenticeship and all in house training
  • Functional skills in maths and English (if required)

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Full-time role upon completion of apprenticeship.


Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Presentation skills, Number skills, Team working, Patience

Qualifications

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

Things to consider

This is a physical role

About the employer

They are a family run company who has been around since 1977

Employer

N PURDY & CO LTD

Address

UNIT 8

HADRIANS COURT

SEVENTH AVENUE

NE11 0XW

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Training

Training provider

TRN (TRAIN) LTD.

Contact

Sarah Hall

sarah.hall@trainltd.org

07491952509

Apprenticeship standard

Painter and decorator

Level 2 (GCSE)


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