Painting and Decorating Technician

Wigan & Leigh College; Wigan; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Wigan & Leigh College is seeking a Painting & Decorating Technician to join its dynamic team. This full-time role involves organizing tools, operating workshop stock, and maintaining health and safety standards, with a focus on learner supervision and practical guidance. The ideal candidate will have experience in professional painting & decorating, strong organizational skills, and a proactive attitude. Excellent benefits, including health support and flexible working options, make this an attractive opportunity.

Benefits

Health and wellbeing support

Flexible working options

Discounts on travel, parking & gym memberships

Green Car Scheme

Attractive pension schemes

Qualifications

• Experience in painting & decorating up to a professional standard.
• Knowledge of Health & Safety in a workshop environment.
• A positive, proactive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Order and organise tools, materials, and equipment.
• Operate the stores and maintain workshop stock levels.
• Prepare workshops and ensure health and safety standards are met.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Job description

Painting & Decorating Technician

Full-time / Permanent
Wigan & Leigh College – Now Proudly a CTEC Construction Technical Excellence College!

Join Wigan & Leigh College on our Journey to Outstanding

This is a brilliant opportunity to join our expanding community of talented, committed and inspirational colleagues.

Working in a dynamic, values led organisation, this role is for those who are passionate about development and innovation, within a lively college community.

We offer a range of benefits, including health and wellbeing support, flexible working, discounts on travel, parking and gym memberships through our exciting Benefits Platform, Green Car Scheme, Medicash, personal development opportunities and attractive pension schemes.

We have ambitious plans to develop our programmes and services to meet the needs of our community and support the economic transformation of Wigan and the surrounding areas. As a Construction Technical Excellence College (CTEC), we’re leading the way in training the construction workforce of the future.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced painting and decorating professional with proven industry expertise. You will:

• Order and organise tools, materials, and equipment.
• Operate the stores and maintain workshop stock levels.
• Prepare and set up workshops and equipment for classes.
• Ensure that health and safety standards are met at all times within the workshops.
• Assist with learner supervision and provide practical guidance where needed.
• Demonstrate the use of tools and equipment to support learner development.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in painting & decorating up to a professional standard.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Knowledge of Health & Safety in a workshop environment.
• A positive, proactive attitude with the ability to work as part of a team.

Why Join Us?

At Wigan & Leigh College, you’ll be part of a dynamic, supportive team in a forward-thinking organisation. We offer:

• Modern, well-equipped workshops that match industry standards.
• A welcoming and inclusive working environment.
• Competitive salary and excellent benefits, including:
• Health & wellbeing support
• Flexible working options
• Discounts on travel, parking & gym memberships
• Green Car Scheme & Medicash
• Attractive pension schemes

The College has the right to interview early if you'd like to apply.

The College reserves the right to interview for this post should we receive suitable candidates prior to the closing date.

The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Employees will, in accordance with statutory guidance, be subject to a comprehensive checking process including references from current and previous employers, health, right to work in the UK, an enhanced DBS check and a further check against the appropriate barred list. To comply with legislation, you are required to obtain a DBS check for your role. We will be asking Protocol National Ltd/Esafeguarding Ltd to undertake this process on our behalf.