Level 2 Painter and Decorator Apprenticeship - Hillingdon

Apprenticeship summary
• Wage
£5.28 - £10.42 (National Minimum Wage) or £11.95 (London Living Wage)
Statutory Sick and Holiday Pay + Bank Holiday Pay, automatic enrolment into the NEST Pension Scheme, Apprenticeship Oyster Card available for first-year travel discounts, NUS Discount Card, and course costs covered by Evolve.
• Working week
Monday-Friday, weekends may be an option. Minimum of 35 hours per week but the potential for more. Approx. 8 am-4 pm but hours will be confirmed by the contractor after successfully passing the Stage 1 & 2 Interviews.
• Expected apprenticeship duration
36 months
• Apprenticeship level
Intermediate Level Apprenticeship
Level 2 (GCSE)
What will the apprentice be doing?
While all apprenticeships contain a fair amount of labouring, tidying of the work area, and tool fetching, P&D apprentices will also progress into the below tasks.
• Applying paint, stains, varnishes, and other finishes
• Using brushes, rollers, or spraying equipment
• Applying primers and undercoats, or varnishes and glazes
• Laying dust sheets to protect areas from paint
• Preparing surfaces for decorating by filling holes and sealing cracks
What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?
The qualification you would be working for is the Level 2 Painter Decorator (Standard) where we will be looking to partner with a training provider to provide the training.
This training will either be through remote learning or attending college, with paid study time as needed up to 7 hours/1 day per week. You are expected to travel when necessary though most assessments will be done on-site. You will be responsible for managing/arranging with your line manager.
What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?
Upon completion of this apprenticeship, you can work as a qualified Painter Decorator where, with more experience, you can look to progress into a senior painter decorator position, site/contracts/project management, self-employment, or painting and decorating business owner.
You will be eligible for the Skilled Worker (Blue) CSCS Card after the level 2 qualification
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Requirements and prospects
Desired skills and personal qualities
Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Presentation skills, Team working, Patience, Physical fitness
Things to consider
We are looking for reliable candidates who are committed to starting and completing this apprenticeship, who have good timekeeping and attendance, and who are as determined to gain the qualification alongside the work experience. We are committed to equality and diversity in the workplace.
Qualifications
GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 1-3 / Level 1) desired
GCSE or equivalent Mathematics (Grade 1-3 / Level 1) desired
CITB Health, Safety & Environment (HS&E) Operative test (passed within 2 years) desired
Level 1 Certificate in Health & Safety in a Construction Environment (passed) desired
CSCS Card (valid) desired