Average Painter Decorator salary in the UK

Here at Sovereign Network Group we provide quality, affordable homes in happy, successful places. What we do makes a real difference to people's lives, and you'll share the satisfaction of doing something that really matters in a environment where your health and safety is important to ensure you and your colleagues stay safe and well, everywhere, every day.We are now the 6th largest housing association by size - with almost 3000 colleagues, over 82,000 homes and over 210,000 customers across London and the South.We currently have a great opportunity for an experienced Painter and Decorator to join our Property Team in our Basingstoke and North Hampshire locality. As you'll spend a fair amount of time on the road we will provide you with a van and fuel card so you'll not be out of pocket.What you'll be doingAs a skilled Painter/Decorator you will mainly carry out all forms of repairs and decoration in our properties, and elsewhere in accordance with work schedules.Tasks to include:Measuring surface areas to work out how much paint or wall covering is required.Stripping off old wallpaper or paint.Filling holes and cracks and making sure surfaces are rubbed back and prepared to a high standard before decorating.Preparing surfaces including timber with primer and undercoat.Applying multiple layers of paint to differing substrates and materials and hanging wallpaper.Other duties to include patch plastering, tiling and other general maintenance tasks.What you'll need:You should have a minimum of NVQ level 2 or equivalent in Painting & Decorating OR have at least 5 years experience within this core trade.You will have basic plastering and tiling knowledge and experience of delivering these aspects.You will have experience of working in occupied premises and be able to demonstrate excellent customer service skills.Have a strong health and safety mindset with knowledge of health & safety best practices.Enjoy working as part of a team as well as under your own initiative.This is a full time role, so you must be available to work 40 Hours per week.Due to the requirement to travel, you must hold a full and current driving licence with a minimum of 1 years experience and have the ability to drive and take home a company van.This role is subject to a satisfactory licence check, essential qualifications check and a basic DBS disclosure.

Painter Decorator – Gillingham (6-Month Temporary Contract) We are currently recruiting an experienced Painter Decorator to work on a 6-month temporary contract based in Gillingham. This role is PAYE and offered via Pertemps. As a Painter Decorator, you will be responsible for internal and external painting and decorating duties, ensuring a high standard of finish across all works. This Painter Decorator position is ideal for someone reliable, skilled, and able to work independently or as part of a team.Key DetailsLocation: Gillingham, Medway, Kent Contract Type: Temporary – c6 monthsPay Rate: £16.38 per hour (PAYE via Pertemps)Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00 – 17:00Overtime: Saturdays may be requiredPainter Decorator ResponsibilitiesCarrying out painting and decorating tasks to a high standardPreparing surfaces including sanding, filling, and primingApplying paint, varnish, wallpaper, and other finishesMaintaining a clean and safe working environmentFollowing health and safety guidelines at all timesPainter Decorator RequirementsProven experience as a Painter DecoratorGood attention to detail and quality of workmanshipGood customer service skills as you will work inside customers accomodationAbility to work to deadlinesOwn tools preferredBasic DBS check required (or willingness to undertake one) If you are a skilled Painter Decorator looking for a stable temporary role in Gillingham, we want to hear from you.  Apply today through Pertemps to secure this Painter Decorator opportunity.

We are currently working in partnership with a local authority based in Cardiff, who are recruiting for a Painter on a temporary six-month contract. The position is due to start immediately, with a high likelihood of the contract being extended. The hourly rate of pay is £21.57 with a van being provided following an initial induction. The ideal candidate will have experience working in domestic properties.Duties will include (but are not limited to): Carrying out internal and external painting and decorating works across a portfolio of domestic council properties, ensuring high-quality finishes in line with void and occupied property standards Preparing surfaces including stripping, sanding, filling, priming, and making good prior to decoration to ensure durability and compliance with specifications Applying a range of finishes including emulsion, gloss, satin, and specialist coatings to walls, ceilings, woodwork, and external surfaces Undertaking external works including masonry painting, fencing, railings, and communal areas, working safely at height where required Completing wall and floor tiling in kitchens and bathrooms, including surface preparation, adhesive application, grouting, and finishing to a high standard Delivering planned maintenance and responsive repairs within occupied properties, ensuring minimal disruption and maintaining strong customer service Working across occasional commercial and public buildings (e.g. offices, community centres), adhering to stricter compliance and operational requirementsExperience required:Experience working in domestic properties Experience in tiling (Beneficial)Skills, knowledge and expertise required:Painting and decorating (domestic properties are preferred)Tiling (Advantageous)Rewards and Benefits:Vehicle provided after inductionWorking hours:37 hours per week Monday – Thursday, 8am-4pm, Friday 8am-3:30pmPlease note that you require recent experience to apply for this role.James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role.At James Andrews Recruitment Solutions we try to respond to all applications personally, however, due to the high volume of applications this is not always possible. If you have not heard back from us within 72 hours, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.Don’t forget our recommendation scheme: Recommend a friend or colleague to us and receive up to £100 each once they have completed 20 days in a role via James Andrews! Terms and conditions apply, contact us for details.