Painter (Student Accommodation)

Painter (Student Accommodation)

Position Overview:

We’re seeking a skilled Painter to join an ongoing temporary project, working within student accommodation properties. This role offers flexibility, competitive hourly rates, and consistent work throughout the week.

Key Details:

- Working Week: Monday to Friday
- Working Hours: 8 am–4 pm or 9 am–5 pm (flexi-time available)
- Hourly Rate: £15.00 – £18.00 per hour
- Duration: Ongoing temporary project (with potential for extension)

Responsibilities:

- Paint and decorate student rooms, studios, kitchens, and communal areas to a high standard
- Prepare surfaces: cleaning, sanding, filling cracks/holes, masking, and priming
- Apply finishes such as emulsions, gloss, varnish—and potentially wallpaper or other treatments
- Handle touch-ups as needed 
- Maintain cleanliness and orderliness in work areas; ensure safe use of ladders, and protective gear 
- Minimise disruption in occupied and communal student environments through courteous and professional conduct 
- Collaborate effectively with onsite staff and other trades to meet project goals and deadlines 

Required Skills and Attributes:

- Proven experience in painting and decorating, especially within residential or student accommodation settings 
- Strong attention to detail and tidy workmanship 
- Ability to follow health and safety protocols and safely handle equipment 
- Professional, reliable, friendly, and adaptable approach to working in occupied environments 
- Self-motivated, capable of working independently with minimal supervision 
- Own tools and PPE preferred (or willingness to bring them) 

Preferred Qualifications (if applicable):

- NVQ Level 2 in Painting and Decorating, City and Guilds, or relevant apprenticeship 
- Valid CSCS card and/or full UK driving license (especially if work spans multiple sites or requires travel)

Benefits:

- Flexible working hours within standard weekday shifts
- Competitive hourly pay aligned with market rates for student housing painting roles
- Tools and PPE may be provided (depending on arrangement) 
- Opportunity for consistent, ongoing work with potential extension

Why Join Us:

- Work within vibrant student environments—help create fresh, welcoming spaces for residents
- Flexible schedule + steady work across weekdays
- Connect and collaborate with supportive onsite teams and management