Painter & Decorator

Cheshire College South and West; Crewe; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Crewe seeks a skilled Painter & Decorator to maintain and improve campus facilities. You will perform various painting and decorating tasks, ensuring a safe and well-presented environment for learners and staff. The ideal candidate must hold a Level 3 qualification in Painting & Decorating and have a valid UK driving licence. This role offers competitive salary and generous benefits package including holiday and pension scheme.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension scheme with generous employer contributions

35 days holiday plus bank holidays

Onsite fitness and childcare facilities

Free onsite parking

Employee referral scheme

Qualifications

• Must have a valid UK driving licence.
• First aid qualification (or be willing to undertake).

Responsibilities

• Undertake all aspects of internal and external painting and decorating, including preparation, application, and finishing.

Skills

Painting skills

Decorating skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work independently

Education

Level 3 trade qualification in Painting & Decorating

GCSE Grade C (4/5) in Maths and English (or equivalent)

Job description

Overview

To carry out a range of painting, decorating, and finishing tasks to maintain and improve the appearance, safety, and usability of the College. The role will support the Estates team in ensuring the learning and working environment is well presented, safe, and fit for purpose for learners, staff, and visitors. Undertake all aspects of internal and external painting and decorating, including preparation, application, and finishing of surfaces.

Responsibilities

• Undertake all aspects of internal and external painting and decorating, including preparation, application, and finishing of surfaces.

Key Person Specification

• Interviews will take place as soon as possible and may be arranged on an ad hoc basis.
• GCSE Grade C (4/5) in Maths and English (or equivalent)
• Full and valid UK driving licence
• Level 3 trade qualification in Painting & Decorating
• First aid qualification (or be willing to undertake)
• Please see the Job Description and Person Specification attached for further details.

About Cheshire College South & West

Cheshire College - South & West is the largest provider of post-16 education in the region, offering exciting opportunities to over 11,000 learners and 1,000 Apprentices, who all have access to world-class facilities as a result of a £160m investment in the latest technology and real working environments, at modern Campuses in Crewe, Ellesmere Port and Chester. The College is in the process of implementing a £30m capital investment programme to ensure learners continue to have access to the best possible resources and environment.

There is a fantastic atmosphere at our three Campuses in Crewe, Ellesmere Port and Chester, providing an environment to get involved in exciting activities and an opportunity for learners to make new friends.

Campus Descriptions

Crewe Campus: Our impressive facilities are the perfect place for learners to meet new friends and be immersed in an environment that is ideal for learning. As well as our modern classrooms, the Crewe Campus boasts:

• A multi-purpose sports hall;
• Climbing wall;
• Fitness gym;
• TV and radio studios with specialist equipment;
• Mock aircraft cabin;
• Award-winning restaurant, The Academy;
• Hair, beauty and barbering salons;
• Professional Centre Stage theatre and engineering and construction workshops; and
• New Institute of Technology (Construction beginning 2024).

Ellesmere Port Campus: Our impressive facilities are the perfect place for learners to meet new friends and be immersed in an environment that is ideal for learning. As well as our modern classrooms, the Ellesmere Port Campus boasts:

• Construction & Engineering Centre (Refurbished Summer 2022);
• Award-winning restaurant, Academy West (Refurbished Summer 2023);
• Mock aircraft cabin;
• Fitness gym;
• Hair, beauty and barbering salons (Refurbished Summer 2023); and
• Professional theatre.

Chester Campus: Our impressive facilities are the perfect place for learners to meet new friends and be immersed in an environment that is ideal for learning. As well as our modern classrooms, the Chester Campus boasts:

• Impressive Art and Design Workshops;
• Science Laboratories;
• Strong links with local Employers such as Ecolab and Unilever to ensure learners have access to work placements and industry professionals; and
• Access to 4K video recording equipment and specialist software applications.

Equality, Safeguarding and Recruitment

Cheshire College South and West is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. Successful applicants will be required to provide a DBS Disclosure, Right to Work evidence and original qualification certificates. Online checks will be carried out and references will be sought.

Additional Information

Access to world-class facilities. Access to new qualifications to support your career in education such as short online courses in the areas below. If you\'re interested in learning more about this, please email [e-mail].

• Equality and Diversity
• Information, Advice and Guidance
• Understanding Safeguarding and Prevent
• Principles of Customer Service
• Financial support offered to obtain your teacher qualification
• Extensive upskilling and professional development opportunities
• Competitive salary
• Pension scheme with generous employer contributions (28.68% for TPS and 21% for LGPS)
• 35 days holiday (plus bank holidays)
• Onsite fitness and childcare facilities
• Employee benefit platform
• Onsite Costa, café, shop, restaurants and hair and beauty salon
• Free onsite parking
• Employee Referral Scheme
• Staff Awards

If you wish to discuss any aspects of the role prior to making an application, please email [e-mail] where arrangements will be made for a discussion with the relevant department.