Painter and Decorator

Bright Horizons UK; Dartford; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Bright Horizons UK as a Painter and Decorator where you will play a key role in creating vibrant and welcoming nursery environments. This position involves traveling to multiple sites, ensuring safety and attention to detail in all tasks. With flexible working options and a commitment to employee wellbeing, you’ll be part of a dedicated team that supports children's learning experiences.

Benefits

Flexible working and generous holiday entitlements

40% discounted childcare

Quarterly Employee Appreciation Weeks

Access to wellbeing resources and support

Paid volunteer day through the Bright Horizons Foundation for Children

Qualifications

• 2-3 years hands-on experience in interior and exterior painting.
• Skilled in preparing and finishing various surfaces.
• Confident using brushes, rollers, and sprayers.

Responsibilities

• Survey and evaluate surfaces for decoration work.
• Plan and carry out decoration work in coordination with Nursery Managers.
• Prepare work areas and complete risk assessments.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Safety Commitment

Ability to Work at Heights

Basic Computer Skills

Education

Completion of Apprenticeship/Trainee Scheme

Tools

Painting Tools

Job description

Painter and Decorator

Location: Based around M25 / East London Cheshunt Slough Harlow Dartford - Travel to our nurseries - up to 2 hours of travel

Contract Type: Full Time | Permanent | 40 hours per week (including weekend work)

Salary: Up to £35,000 + Car Allowance

Driving Licence & Vehicle: Essential

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled and reliable Painter and Decorator to join our Facilities team at Bright Horizons. You will play a vital role in maintaining safe, vibrant, and welcoming nursery environments across our nursery settings. This role involves travel to multiple sites and requires a strong eye for detail, a commitment to safety, and a passion for creating child-friendly spaces.

Key Responsibilities

• Survey and evaluate surfaces; prepare time, material, and cost estimates.

• Plan and carry out decoration work in coordination with Nursery Managers.

• Select and mix paints according to company specifications.

• Prepare work areas, complete risk assessments, and ensure safe systems of work.

• Prepare surfaces (e.g., filling cracks, sanding, priming) and apply finishes (e.g., emulsion, gloss, wallpaper).

• Clean and restore work areas post-completion, ensuring all tools and materials are stored safely.

• Log completed work using the CAFM system, including photos and material usage.

What We’re Looking For

• 2–3 years of hands-on experience in interior and exterior painting, or completion of an apprenticeship/trainee scheme.

• Skilled in preparing and finishing a variety of surfaces (plaster, wood, metal).

• Confident using brushes, rollers, sprayers, and sanding tools.

• Strong sense of form and colour with attention to detail.

• Familiarity with COSHH regulations and safeguarding practices.

• Physically fit, able to work at heights, and willing to travel.

• Basic computer skills for logging tasks and communication.

What We Offer

• Flexible working and generous holiday entitlements

• 40% discounted childcare

• Quarterly Employee Appreciation Weeks

• Annual awards gala

• Discounts on high street retailers, groceries, cinema tickets, holidays, and more

• Access to wellbeing resources and support

• Paid volunteer day through the Bright Horizons Foundation for Children

Why Bright Horizons?

We’ve been recognised as a Great Place to Work every year since 2006 and are proud to support over 10,000 children across the UK. With 98% of our 300+ nurseries rated Good or Outstanding by Ofsted, we’re committed to excellence, flexibility, and wellbeing for all our teams.

Apply today and help us create inspiring spaces for children to learn and grow.

Bright Horizons are committed to creating inclusive environments where everyone has a sense of belonging and has the opportunity to contribute and thrive in meaningful and impactful ways. We are an inclusive employer and welcome people from all backgrounds to apply. We will consider reasonable adjustments required by applicants. If you share our passion, values, and have most of the skills listed, we encourage you to apply – as you may be just what we are looking for! Please note, due to our sector all roles are subject to an Enhanced DBS. Some of our roles require specific qualifications by law, this will be highlighted as essential within the advert.

We look forward to receiving your application!

If you experience any problems, please [e-mail] we will be happy to help.