Painting & Decorating Apprenticeship
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Company: THE SELECT DECORATING COMPANY LTD
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Location: TOTNES, TQ9 6JG
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: Apprenticeship Minimum Wage
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Sector: Construction and the built environment
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Ref: NAS-2000055410
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Application Deadline Date: 12/10/2026
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Start Date: 02/11/2026
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Positions Available: 1
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Working Week: Monday to Friday 7:30am - 4pm.
Brief Description
The Level 2 Painting and Decorating Apprenticeship is a hands-on programme designed to equip you with the core skills, knowledge and behaviours required to succeed in this creative and practical trade. You will split your time between on-site work experience with your employer and training at South Devon College.
Training to be Provided
Training will be on day release at South Devon College, Long Road, Paignton.
Future Prospects
This is a genuine opportunity to build a long-term career with a growing professional decorating company.
For the right person, there is the potential to continue working with us after completing the apprenticeship, with the opportunity to develop into a highly skilled, time-served painter and decorator.
As your experience and responsibility grow, there may also be the opportunity to use a company van and take on greater responsibility.
We also encourage our team to continue learning and developing personally as well as professionally.
Vacancy Detail
This is an opportunity to learn the painting and decorating trade properly from experienced professionals while working on high-quality domestic projects throughout South Devon.
You will learn how to prepare surfaces correctly, use professional decorating tools and equipment, and apply a wide range of paints and finishes. We take pride in providing a premium service, so attention to detail, cleanliness and the way we look after our clients' homes are extremely important.
We are looking for someone who wants to build a career rather than simply have a job. You will be expected to arrive on time, work hard, listen and learn, and take pride in improving your skills.
You will normally start work at around 7.30am at a local job or arrange to meet one of the team for a lift while you learn to drive.
You will also be expected to keep your employer informed of your arrival, departure and break times and maintain a simple record of your daily activities.
- Surface preparation and preparation techniques
- Correct use of brushes, rollers, sanders and other decorating equipment
- Paint systems, primers, undercoats and finishing coats
- Woodwork, walls, ceilings and specialist finishes
- Safe use of steps, ladders and other access equipment
- Health and safety, including dust, noise, tools and equipment
- Correct workwear and personal protective equipment
- Safe working practices in customers' homes
- Professional communication and appropriate use of mobile phones at work
- How to maintain a clean, organised and professional working environment.
Our work is predominantly high-quality domestic decorating rather than large construction sites. We want to train you to become a skilled tradesperson who understands both the technical side of decorating and the importance of providing an excellent service to clients.
Other Information
Painting and decorating involves working both indoors and outdoors and in a variety of weather conditions.
The work can involve using steps and ladders and handling decorating materials and equipment. Full training will be provided, and you will not be expected to undertake tasks you have not been properly trained and supervised to carry out.
We place a strong emphasis on safe working practices.