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Painter & Decorator Apprentice

Mr Jamie Cowling · Rayleigh · posted 2 November 2026

Wage
£16,640 a year
Hours
40 hours a week
Duration
2 Years
Level
Intermediate (Level 2)
Standard
Painter and decorator (level 2)
Starts
23 November 2026
Closing date
21 November 2026
Positions
1

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As a Painter & Decorator Apprentice you will work alongside an experienced tradesperson on mainly domestic properties, learning the trade on real jobs while working towards your Level 2 qualification. You will gain hands-on experience in all aspects of painting and decorating within a small local business.

Day-to-day duties and key responsibilities:

  • Prepare surfaces by cleaning, sanding, filling holes and cracks, and applying primer under supervision
  • Protect floors, furniture and fittings by masking, covering and sheeting areas before work begins
  • Apply paint, emulsion, gloss and other finishes to walls, ceilings, woodwork and exterior surfaces
  • Assist with wallpapering, including measuring, cutting, pasting and hanging under guidance
  • Mix paints and prepare materials to the required colours and finishes
  • Clean and maintain brushes, rollers, tools and equipment at the end of each day
  • Help set up and clear down work sites, including loading and unloading tools and materials
  • Follow health & safety guidelines and maintain a clean, tidy and professional working environment

Your training

  • The apprentice will be working towards the Painter and Decorator Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard
  • College attendance at Colchester Institute (Colchester campus) one day per week during term time
  • Functional Skills in maths and English, if required

Where it leads

After apprenticeship has been completed a full-time roll is likely to be offered.

About Mr Jamie Cowling

Hi, I’m a sole trader painter and decorator based in Rayleigh. I’ve built my business around delivering high-quality work for local homeowners, mainly working on domestic properties within a 10-mile radius of Rayleigh.

I take real pride in doing the job properly – from careful preparation through to a clean, professional finish. I use dustless tools wherever possible to keep homes cleaner and safer during the work. Because it’s just me, every job is personal. I work closely with each customer and I’m always on site myself, so as an apprentice you’ll be learning directly from me every day on real jobs.

I’m looking for someone who’s keen, reliable and ready to learn the trade the right way. You’ll get proper hands-on experience, work towards your Level 2 qualification, and be part of a small business where your effort is noticed and valued.

Things to consider

Working on outside projects from April – end of September inside the other months.

Skills they're looking for

Attention to detailOrganisation skillsCustomer care skillsProblem solving skillsPresentation skillsLogicalTeam workingInitiativeNon judgementalPatiencePhysical fitness

Entry requirements

  • GCSE maths and English (grade A*-D/9-3) — desired

Where you'll work

  • 62 BULL LANE, RAYLEIGH, SS6 8LY

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