Painter and Decorator Apprentice - AJM Painting & Decorating Limited

Apprenticeship Description

AJM Decorating has become a market leader in the North West since it was established in 1994. During that time, we have built highly skilled teams dedicated to the areas we cover including Cumbria, Lancashire, North Yorkshire and Southern Scotland.

We pride ourselves on completing jobs in a friendly and professional manner. Coupled with our unmatched standards and attention to detail, this has helped us earn recommendations from hundreds of happy customers.

Full Description of position

The successful candidate will, amongst other things, learn and be capable to - 

Prepare surfaces – Cleaning, sanding and priming surfaces to ensure a smooth and even application of finishes.

Apply paint– Applying paint using brushes, rollers, or spray equipment, adhering to colour specifications and achieving uniform finish.

Wallpaper – Measuring, cutting, and applying wallpaper or fabric to walls, ensuring alignment and smooth surface.

Communicate with clients – Discussing project requirements and providing advice on colour choices and finishes.

Maintaining a clean and organised work area – tidying up after completing tasks and cleaning tools.

Adhere to deadlines – meeting project deadlines and delivering high quality work.

Learning new skills – Staying up to date with new techniques and products.

Working Week

40 hours per week - Monday to Friday

Skills required

Good people skills

Good time keeping skills

Personal Qualities

A friendly, approachable quality is a must when working on sites and in residential settings. We strive to provide the best experience for our customers

Entry Requirements

Maths & English GCSE Grade 3 / D or equivalent qualification

Important Other Information

Must be able to get to the workshop in Kendal every morning