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Summary

Our business is growing and so are the opportunities for you to thrive. We are currently looking for an Apprentice Painter and Decorator to join our award-winning apprenticeship scheme that could help you achieve your goals whilst also making a positive impact on other people's lives.

Annual wage

£15,311.40 a year
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Salary will be discussed further at Interview


Training course

Painter and decorator (level 2)


Hours

Monday - Thursday, 800am - 4.30pm and Friday, 800am - 3.30pm.
39 hours a week


Possible start date

Tuesday 26 August


Duration

2 Years


Positions available

1


Work

As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.

What you’ll do at work

What’s the apprenticeship all about?  

As an Apprentice at Ian Williams, you’ll get hands-on experience and learn on the job! You’ll combine college studies with practical learning to master your chosen trade. Plus, you’ll get to put your new skills into practice, supported by our experienced tradespeople – your own mentor.   

What will you be doing?  

Your work will vary from contract to contract, but here’s a taste of what you’ll be up to:  

  • Preparing surfaces (filling, sanding, caulking) 
  • Mastering the art of paint application (rolling, cutting in, brush skills) 
  • Sprucing up gloss work (doors and window frames, skirtings) 
    Getting outdoors with external works (railings, sheds, fences and walls)
  • Exploring different sites, working both inside and outside in all weather, whether it’s getting hot in the homes, or wrapping up in the winter on a commercial site
Where you’ll work

Unit 4 Brook Office Park Folly Brook Road,
Emersons Green
Bristol
BS16 7FL


Training

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.

College or training organisation

South Gloucestershire and Stroud College

Your training course

Painter and decorator (level 2)
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Your training plan

Painter and Decorator Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard:

You’ll also:  

  • Attend college to understand the “how and why” of your trade (usually 1 day a week) 
  • Build an awesome portfolio of evidence for your End Point Assessment (EPA)
  • Be a valued team member and contribute to our overall success  

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

  • English (grade 1/G)

GCSE in:

  • Maths (grade 1/G)
Skills
  • Communication skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Customer care skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Team working
Other requirements


About this company

Ian Williams is one of the UK’s leading property services companies has a multiple award-winning apprenticeship scheme. With expertise in the social housing, education and commercial sectors, we are a financially secure business with a solid track record and offices based across the UK. We are proud to have been awarded ‘We Invest in People’ Gold accreditation.


After this apprenticeship

  • You will join Ian Williams on a permanent contract and will become a Painter and Decorator once qualified

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