Apprentice Painter & Decorator

TN United Kingdom; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading facilities management company as an Apprentice Painter & Decorator in Glasgow. Gain hands-on experience while earning a nationally recognized qualification. Enjoy a supportive environment that values collaboration and personal growth.

Benefits

Flexible Benefits Scheme

Virtual GP Access

Financial Wellbeing Assistance

High Street Discounts

Cycle-to-Work Scheme

Life Cover

Mitie Stars Recognition

Qualifications

• Keen interest in painting and decorating.
• Ability to work at height and in confined spaces.

Responsibilities

• Developing skills in painting and decorating.
• Assisting with maintenance and repairs.
• Ensuring compliance with safety standards.

Skills

Problem Solving

Communication

Customer Service

Education

GCSEs in Maths and English

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Job title – Apprentice Painter & Decorator Glasgow

Are you able to learn from others by instruction and practical training? Are you looking to build a career in Painting and Decorating? If this sounds like the opportunity you have been looking for, please apply!

At Mitie, we're the UK's leading facilities management and professional services company. We deliver critical services that power businesses, communities, and individuals across the nation. Joining Mitie means being part of a team that values collaboration, innovation, and the passion to make a difference. We're here to help you kick off your career with purpose, passion, and plenty of support.

Whether you're stepping into your first job or looking to change your career, our apprenticeships are your ticket to learning, earning, and achieving. With us, you'll gain nationally recognised qualifications, real-world experience, and a competitive salary – all while being part of a company that truly cares about its people and the planet.

We're proud to be one of the Top Apprentice Employers in the UK and a leader in creating inclusive workplaces where everyone can shine. Together, we're shaping brighter futures – for you, for our communities, and for our world.

What You'll Be Doing

As an Apprentice at Mitie, you'll be at the heart of what we do, making a real impact from day one. Here's a glimpse of what your journey could include:

• Developing core skills and knowledge to carry out internal and external painting and decorating, preparation works to walls and minor repairs to surfaces and structures prior to decorating/painting
• Assisting with planned routine maintenance as well as reactive repair tasks.
• Collaborating with experienced professionals to gain hands-on experience.
• Ensuring compliance with Health, Safety, Environmental, and Quality (HSEQ) standards, making safety and sustainability a priority in every task.

As part of your Apprenticeship, you will be enrolled onto a Painting & Decorating (SCQF Level 6) qualification which normally runs for 3-4 years. You will be fully supported by our partner to achieve this qualification by having 1-2-1 advice and support, e-learning materials, and a whole team of experts on hand for advice and technical knowledge at your office. This will include 20 weeks at College for your 1st year and reduce to 10 weeks at college for the 2nd year of the apprenticeship.

Could you be our next Apprentice?

We're searching for ambitious, driven individuals who are excited about learning and ready to take on new challenges. To succeed as a Mitie apprentice, you'll need:

• A keen interest in your chosen field.
• The ability to think critically and find solutions.
• Good problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work on your own initiative as well as part of a team.
• Able to work at height and in confined spaces.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Politeness, professionalism, and friendliness with pupils, colleagues, and the public.
• Dedication to completing your apprenticeship and growing with Mitie.
• GCSEs in Maths and English (Grades 4-9 or equivalent) or Scottish National 5 certificates (Grade A-C). Certificates must be provided at the interview stage.

No prior experience? No problem! If you're enthusiastic and ready to learn, we'll give you all the tools you need to succeed.

Our market-leading flexible benefits scheme provides you with benefits that suit your lifestyle.

We have a virtual GP on hand for you and members of your household. So you can get expert advice by video or phone without having to leave your home. We offer financial wellbeing assistance through our Salary Finance scheme. For example, you could access 50% of your earned pay before payday for a small fee. Salary Finance also offers competitive loans.

When you join us, we’ll give you a link to our flexible benefits platform, Choices. This gives you the chance to customise your benefits to best suit your lifestyle. You can choose from dental insurance, dining cards, coffee clubs, buying technology products at an affordable cost, and much more!

We give you access to high street discounts from thousands of well-known retailers, gyms, and more through our MiDeals platform. And we have a cycle-to-work scheme.

Life cover is the greater of your equivalent annual salary or a minimum of £10,000, giving peace of mind for your dependants. We also offer a save-as-you-earn scheme, and a Mitie Matching Share Plan (you could even be awarded free shares in Mitie).

We award our employees with Mitie Stars as recognition for their hard work. There are cash prizes each month and a top prize of £10,000 at the end of the year.

Our success is a direct result of the experience and quality of our people. Progressing your career is a top priority for us. We offer a variety of training and development opportunities via a wide selection of learning resources.

We are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to all. If you have a disability or long-term condition (for example dyslexia, anxiety, autism, a mobility condition, or hearing loss) and need us to make reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know by emailing us.