Trainee Maintenance Operative - Painter / Decorator

Retirement Villages Group; Slough; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as a Trainee Maintenance Operative and kickstart your career in property maintenance. You'll receive hands-on training while contributing to beautiful retirement villages, making a real impact on residents' lives. This role offers opportunities for career progression and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Pension Scheme

Enhanced Annual Leave

Birthday Leave

Life Assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Staff Rewards

Retail Discounts

Volunteering Days

Wellbeing Days

Qualifications

• Genuine interest in learning a skilled trade.
• Willingness to undergo enhanced DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Supporting painting, decorating, and basic maintenance.
• Preparing surfaces and learning safe practices.
• Engaging with residents and staff professionally.

Skills

Communication

Team Player

DIY

Education

Maintenance Related Course

Job description

Are you looking to take your first steps into a skilled trade? Do you have a can-do attitude and a genuine interest in property maintenance, painting, and decorating? If so, this is your opportunity to join our Property Maintenance Team as a Trainee Maintenance Operative on a 12 month fixed term contract.

This trainee role is designed to support and develop individuals who are keen to build a long-term career in maintenance and decorating. You'll receive hands-on training and mentoring — all while working in beautiful retirement villages that make a real difference to residents' lives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supporting the team with painting, decorating, and basic maintenance across both internal and external village spaces
• Preparing surfaces, setting up work areas, and learning safe practices
• Assisting with general upkeep and ensuring work areas are tidy and well-organised
• Working under supervision to gain confidence using painting and decorating tools
• Learning to plan your tasks efficiently and complete them to a high standard
• Helping to maintain health & safety best practices
• Engaging with residents and staff in a professional, respectful manner
• Completing on-the-job training and any assigned work related to your role

The Ideal Candidate:

• A genuine interest in learning a skilled trade
• Completed a maintenance related course
• A practical mindset and willingness to work with your hands
• A positive, proactive attitude and a strong sense of responsibility
• Good communication skills and a team player
• Basic experience in DIY, painting, or maintenance (desirable but not essential)
• Full UK driving licence
• You must be willing to undergo an enhanced DBS check

Why Join Us?

• Opportunities for career progression within our growing team
• Comprehensive benefits, including:
• Pension Scheme
• Enhanced Annual Leave and Birthday Leave
• Life Assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Staff Rewards and Retail Discounts
• Volunteering and Wellbeing Days

At Retirement Villages, we take pride in maintaining environments that are not only safe and welcoming but also beautifully presented. Our Property Maintenance Team is essential to this, and as a trainee, you’ll be part of something meaningful from day one.

Whether you’re just starting out or making a career change, this is your chance to build a fulfilling role in a supportive, people-focused setting. If this role sounds of interest, apply now!