Painter & Decorator

Caretech; Little Houghton; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Recommend A Friend Bonus

Up to 25 Days Holiday

Free DBS Check

Blue Light Card

Stakeholder Pension

Free Employee Assistance Programme

Annual Employee Awards Evening

Employee Recognition Schemes

Career progression opportunities

CareTech Foundation grant

Job summary

CareTech seeks a full-time Painter for the Oakleaf Group site at Hilltop House, Hartwell, Northampton. The role runs a 37.5 hour week, delivering high-quality internal and external painting services within a care environment.

You will prepare surfaces, apply finishes, and work with a multidisciplinary team to complete projects on time. A valid UK driving license is beneficial, with opportunities for training and progression within CareTech.

Qualifications

• Previous commercial painting experience is required.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent time management.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Knowledge of painting techniques and materials.
• Valid UK driving license advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Prepare surfaces for painting, including sanding, scraping, and filling holes and cracks.
• Apply paint and finishes to walls, ceilings, doors and trim.
• Paint outdoors and indoors to achieve desired colours/textures.
• Maintain tools and equipment and keep work areas clean.
• Coordinate with other trades and contractors to complete projects on time.
• Ensure all work complies with health and safety regulations.

Skills

Commercial painting

Attention to detail

Time management

Teamwork

Communication skills

Customer service

Job description

You will:

• Prepare surfaces for painting and decorating, including sanding, scraping, and filling holes and cracks.
• Applies paint and other finishes to various surfaces, including walls, ceilings, doors, and trim.
• Outdoor paints, stains, and other finishes to achieve desired colours and textures.
• Maintains tools and equipment in good condition, and clean work areas after completing projects.
• Coordinates and communications well with other trades, and contractors as needed to complete projects on time and professionally.
• Ensures that all work is performed in compliance with health and safety regulations. We have an opportunity for a full time Painter, working a 37.5 hr week, to join our team at the Oakleaf Group in Northampton. Ideally, someone with good communication skills and a flexible attitude to their work. Must be organised and able to prioritise their work effectively.

The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering high-quality painting services, while also ensuring that projects are completed on time and to a high standard. Previous experience is essential., Working for this Leading Care Provider you will be instrumental in the provision of care and therefore it is desirable that you have a proven track record working in a similar position within the care sector.

• Previous commercial painting experience
• Strong attention to detail and excellent time management skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Knowledge of various painting techniques and materials
• Valid UK driver's license At CareTech, we are committed to delivering Extraordinary Days, Every Day through high-quality, person-centred care. Our focus is on empowering independence, building confidence and life skills, and supporting people to live fulfilling lives in environments that best suit their needs. This is an exciting opportunity to join an established multi disciplinary team working within the field of acquired brain injury. The Oakleaf Group currently caters for a male client base specialising in neurological rehabilitation across various sites. This role is at our Hilltop House site at Hartwell in Northampton, currently rated as Outstanding by CQC.
• Recommend A Friend Bonus
• Up to 25 Days Holiday, excluding of Bank Holidays
• Free DBS Check
• Blue Light Card
• Stakeholder Pension
• Free Employee Assistance Programme
• Annual Employee Awards Evening
• Employee Recognition Schemes
• Ongoing training with clear career progression opportunities, including access to qualifications up to degree level
• CareTech Foundation - Opportunity to apply for family and friend's grant

Our Values

• Friendly
• Positive
• Innovative
• Empowering
• Person-Centred

About CareTech Founded in 1993, CareTech is one of the largest and most reputable specialist social care and special education needs providers across the UK. The Group has a track record of more than 30 years, delivering high quality, person-centred care to those with complex needs. The Group was founded by brother Haroon and Farouq Sheikh, who continue to lead CareTech today, providing continuity of leadership, long term stability and a deep personal commitment to the people we support. CareTech Community Services are proud to inform you that they are a Disability Confident Leader.