Painter / Decorator

University of Bath; Matlock Bath CP; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

An established institution is seeking a dedicated Painter/Decorator to enhance its vibrant campus environment. In this full-time role, you will be responsible for painting and decorating various university facilities, ensuring they remain welcoming and functional. The position offers a flexible work schedule and a supportive atmosphere, where your skills will contribute significantly to the upkeep of the campus. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this university values the unique contributions of all its staff and is dedicated to providing a rewarding work experience. Join this forward-thinking team and make a tangible impact on the university community.

Benefits

Free counselling services

Cycle to work scheme

Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme

Staff discount at Team Bath gym

Staff discounts on postgraduate tuition fees

Generous employer contributory pension schemes

Generous annual leave allowance

Personal and professional development opportunities

Free entry to the Holburne Museum

Relocation allowance

Qualifications

• Experience in painting and decorating with relevant qualifications.
• Ability to perform routine repairs and maintenance tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assist with painting and decorating residential buildings and hospitality outlets.
• Undertake minor repairs and maintenance of building fabric.

Skills

Painting & Decorating

DIY Skills

Maintenance Skills

Education

Apprenticeship in Painting & Decorating

City & Guilds NVQ Level 2 Diploma

Job description

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Salary
Starting from £25,100, rising to £25,733

Department
Campus Infrastructure

Salary
Starting from £25,100, rising to £25,733

Please note, the annual salary quoted is inclusive of a supplement to ensure the annual pay rate aligns with our commitment as a voluntary living wage employer. This role will also attract an additional £1,500 market supplement.

Contract Type
Full Time, Open Ended

Closing Date
Sunday 18th May 2025

The Department of Campus Infrastructure wishes to appoint a Painter / Decorator to join the team! You will be responsible for assisting with painting and decorating the University's residential buildings, hospitality, and catering outlets on campus and in the city. You may also undertake other maintenance activities such as minor repairs and maintenance of the building fabric.

We Would Like To Hear From You If You

• have an Apprenticeship in Painting & Decorating or similar to City & Guilds NVQ Level 2 Diploma in Decorating Occupations (Painting And Decorating) or equivalent
• have practical DIY skills and the necessary vocational training and experience to undertake routine repairs
• are familiar with, and happy to work in, the built environment and able to identify and remedy a variety of maintenance tasks and keep all affected informed of the situation
• have a flexible approach to work and a willingness to undertake training to improve knowledge
• are committed to the role and able to work individually and as part of a team

Further information

This role is offered on a full-time (36.5 hours per week) permanent basis. Hours of work will fall between 08:00 and 18:00, to be worked flexibly as required by operational needs, Monday to Friday. For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Darren Chitty, Building Engineering Manager.

What We Can Offer You

We consider ourselves to be a university where difference is celebrated, respected, and encouraged. We have an excellent international reputation with staff from over 60 different nations and have made a positive commitment towards gender equality and intersectionality, receiving a Silver Athena SWAN award. We truly believe that diversity of experience, perspectives, and backgrounds will lead to a better environment for our employees and students, so we encourage applications from all genders, backgrounds, and communities, particularly from under-represented groups, and value the positive impact that will have on the university. We are committed to maintaining a safe and secure environment for our students, staff, and community by reinforcing our Safer Recruitment commitment.

We are very proud to be an autism-friendly university and are an accredited Disability Confident Leader; committed to building disability confidence and supporting disabled staff.

• Free counselling services through Health Assured
• Cycle to work scheme
• Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
• Staff discount at Team Bath gym
• Staff discounts on postgraduate tuition fees
• Staff discount on language courses
• Generous employer contributory pension schemes
• Generous annual leave allowance with an additional 5 discretionary days for work-life balance
• A wide range of personal and professional development opportunities including Apprenticeships, LinkedIn Learning, and more
• Free entry to the Holburne Museum in Bath
• Local discounts and more
• A family-friendly workplace
• An excellent reward package that recognizes the talents of our diverse workforce
• Relocation allowance

We are committed to continually expanding our benefits to better support you and enhance your experience with us. Find out more about our benefits on our website.