Painter and Decorator

www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk - Jobboard; Wotton-under-Edge; On-site; GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management firm is seeking a skilled Painter and Decorator at HMP Eastwood Park. The role offers a competitive salary of £27,945.35 per annum and requires relevant qualifications or equivalent experience. Join a committed team providing essential services in a supportive, inclusive environment with great career progression opportunities.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Pension schemes

Job security

Qualifications

• Relevant qualifications in Painting and Decorating or significant experience in a similar role.
• Experience in a team setting related to maintenance.
• An honest and reliable character.

Responsibilities

• Ensure smooth and safe operations in the facilities maintenance team.

Skills

City & Guilds or NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Painting and Decorating or equivalent

Experience working in a maintenance team

Reliable character with a sense of purpose

Job description

Painter and Decorator
Location: HMP Eastwood Park, Falfield, Wotton-Under-Edge. GL12 8DB
Salary: £27,945.35 per annum
Contract: Permanent, Full Time, 39 hours per week, Mon-Fri

HMP Eastwood Park, a closed category adult female prison, operates like a self-contained city. Our Facilities Maintenance Team is committed to ensuring smooth and safe operations, impacting prisoners, staff, visitors, and the wider community.

We provide critical, time-sensitive services to the Ministry of Justice and seek facilities management professionals who can make a difference.

We are looking for applicants with:

1. City & Guilds or NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Painting and Decorating or equivalent, or significant experience in a similar role
2. Experience working in a maintenance team
3. An honest, reliable character with a sense of purpose and pace

If this describes you, we would like to hear from you.

About Us:
Gov Facility Services Ltd is a non-profit company owned by the Ministry of Justice, providing facilities services to 48 prisons across the South and East of the UK, employing over 1,300 staff. We are growing and offer opportunities to shape the future of the company and your career.

Why join us?
Become part of a high-performing, ambitious organization with excellent working environments and benefits, including 25 days annual leave, pension schemes, competitive salaries, and job security.

Our Values:
We promote diversity, inclusion, and a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered. We are committed to fairness, ongoing learning, and career progression for all.

Future Changes:
GFSL's FM services will transfer to the private sector following a procurement process, expected in Autumn 2026. Further details will be shared as the process unfolds.

Next Steps:
Apply today, and our team will contact you to discuss further steps.

Our Commitment:
We value diversity and are dedicated to creating an inclusive workplace, ensuring safety and decency in our prisons, and providing equal opportunities for all.