Painter and Decorator

• Carry out decorations and all associated repairs works, such as making good of ceilings, walls, floors, woodwork, fittings etc. (excluding electrical items)
• Assist others (of similar or different trades) as required
• Work efficiently and effectively with minimal supervision
• Ensure that all work is undertaken to the correct standard and completed in accordance with all relevant codes of practice, regulations and general health and safety requirements
• Decorate to a high standard including correct preparation, product selection and application
• Conduct general ‘making good’ in preparation for decorating, to enable a high-quality finish
• Conduct general repairs works such as basic carpentry, basic plaster repairs etc.
• Conduct Artex repairs as necessary
• Work flexibly in accordance with the changing requirements and needs of the School
• Monitor and report any Health and Safety issues identified during visits to allocated areas, or any other School area and to ensure relevant action is taken
• Remain up-to-date with all appropriate practices and regulatory requirements within your allocated areas of responsibility and to undertake duties in line with established School practices and protocols
• Undertake appropriate training to ensure that skills remain up-to-date and proportionate with the first-class service required for this role
• At all times, carry out duties in a safe manner, so as not to endanger the post-holder or others
• Report unsafe conditions to the Maintenance Supervisor
• Read and understand the School Health and Safety Policy

• City and guilds level 2 or time served in Painter and Decorating or equivalent Qualification
• Full clean driving license

Experience working within the historic environment