Painter & Decorator

JAM Recruitment Ltd; Leeds; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A Painter & Decorator is required in Leeds to prepare student accommodation bedrooms and bathrooms ahead of check-ins. This contract role pays £18.50 per hour and starts immediately, running until Thursday 3rd September. You will work either 8:00am-4:00pm or 9:00am-5:00pm shifts.

Responsibilities include painting various areas and surface preparation such as filling and sanding. Previous experience is essential, and you must work efficiently to a high standard with minimal supervision.

Qualifications

• Previous professional or substantial painting experience.
• Ability to work at pace without compromising quality.
• High attention to detail and pride in their work.
• Reliable and punctual.
• Able to start ASAP and commit through completion.

Responsibilities

• Painting bedrooms, bathrooms and other areas within student accommodation.
• Preparing surfaces before painting, including filling, sanding and basic preparation.
• Applying paint neatly and efficiently to walls, ceilings, woodwork and other surfaces.
• Maintaining a clean and tidy working environment throughout the job.
• Protecting floors, fixtures, fittings and furniture from paint splashes or damage.
• Identifying areas requiring additional preparation or attention.
• Working independently with relatively minimal supervision.
• Following site health & safety procedures.
• Ensuring completed rooms are presented to a clean, professional standard ready for student check‑in.

Skills

Painting

Surface preparation

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Job description

A Painter & Decorator is required in Leeds to prepare student accommodation bedrooms and bathrooms ahead of check-ins. This contract role, paying £18.50 per hour, starts immediately and runs until Thursday 3rd September. You will work either 8:00am-4:00pm or 9:00am-5:00pm shifts.

Responsibilities include painting various areas, plus surface preparation such as filling and sanding. Previous experience is essential, and you must work efficiently to a high standard with minimal supervision. Keeping spaces clean and tidy for occupation is key. This position suits a skilled tradesperson comfortable working independently at pace.

Painter – Student Accommodation Location: Leeds, LS1 Start Date: ASAP Contract: Temporary – until Thursday 3rd September Pay Rate: £18.50 per hour Working Hours: 8:00am-4:00pm // 9:00am-5:00pm

Key Responsibilities

• Painting bedrooms, bathrooms and other areas within student accommodation.
• Preparing surfaces before painting, including filling, sanding and basic preparation.
• Applying paint neatly and efficiently to walls, ceilings, woodwork and other surfaces.
• Maintaining a clean and tidy working environment throughout the job.
• Protecting floors, fixtures, fittings and furniture from paint splashes or damage.
• Identifying areas requiring additional preparation or attention.
• Working independently with relatively minimal supervision.
• Following site health & safety procedures.
• Ensuring completed rooms are presented to a clean, professional standard ready for student check‑in.

The Ideal Candidate

• Previous professional or substantial painting experience.
• Able to work at pace without compromising quality.
• High attention to detail and pride in their work.
• Reliable and punctual.
• Comfortable working independently.
• Good understanding of basic painting and surface preparation techniques.
• Able to start ASAP and commit through to the completion of the project.

Important: The work needs to be completed by 3rd September, so candidates who can start immediately and work consistently throughout the assignment will be particularly desirable.