Painting & Decorating Apprentice

Company: Elite Decor
Location: Peterborough, PE6 0TX
Type: Apprenticeship
Salary: £16,640.00 per year
Sector: Decorating / Painting
Ref: VAC-14593
Application Deadline Date: 09/08/2026
Start Date: 01/09/2026
Positions Available: 1
Working Week: 8.00am - 3:30pm Monday to Friday

Brief Description

Elite Decor in Thorney, Peterborough are looking for a Painting and Decorating Apprentice to join them. Is this something you have been looking for? You will learn all about wallpapering, mixing and preparing paint and so much more. Working alongside professionals on construction sites and for housebuilders.

Qualifications Required

It is essential that the successful candidate has a minimum GCSE Level 3 and above in English and Maths.
If you don't meet the entry requirements for this vacancy but are still interested in an apprenticeship, please contact our dedicated Apprenticeship Recruitment Team who can discuss this with you further - apprenticeships@bedford.ac.uk or 01536 413508

Personal Qualities

A willingness to learn new practical skills

The ability follow instructions

Enthusiastic and keen to build a career in painting and decorating

Reliable, punctual and committed

Hard-working and willing to learn

Polite, respectful and professional

Patient and careful when completing detailed work

Willing to work in different locations and adapt to changing site conditions

Skills Required

Basic painting and decorating knowledge is desirable but is not essential

Good communication and teamwork skills

Good timekeeping and organisational skills

Training to be Provided

Level 2 Painter and Decorator
Functional Skills in English and maths if required

Future Prospects

Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, there may be an opportunity to progress into a permanent role with Elite Decor as a qualified painter and decorator, subject to performance, attendance and the availability of suitable work.

You will have gained a recognised qualification and valuable practical experience across a variety of residential, commercial and construction projects. Further opportunities may include developing specialist decorating skills, taking on greater responsibility, progressing to a supervisory position or completing higher-level training as your experience grows.

Vacancy Detail

Elite Decor in Thorney, Peterborough are looking for an enthusiastic individual to join their team as a Painting and Decorating Apprentice.

This apprenticeship provides an excellent opportunity to begin a career in the painting and decorating industry while working towards a recognised qualification through college. The successful candidate will gain practical, hands-on experience by working alongside skilled and experienced decorators in a supportive and professional environment.

Apprentices will work on live construction sites, including projects for well-known housebuilders.

Your duties will include:

Preparing walls, ceilings and other surfaces for decoration

Protecting floors, furniture and surrounding areas before work begins

Applying paint and other finishes using brushes and rollers

Assisting with wallpapering and other decorating tasks

Mixing and preparing paints and materials

Keeping tools and working areas clean, tidy and safe

Following instructions from experienced decorators and site supervisors

Complying with health and safety requirements

Attending college and completing all work required for the apprenticeship qualification

Elite Decor will provide ongoing guidance, practical training and development throughout the apprenticeship. You must be prepared to work on different sites where required.

You will be required to attend the Corby College Campus once a week beginning early October 2026.

Other Information

Candidates must attend an initial interview with a member of the Bedford College Apprenticeship Recruitment Team. Please note this is part of the recruitment process and must be completed in order for your application to be progressed to the next stage.
Please consider how you will get to work and the Corby College Campus.
Please be aware that the closing date is subject to change without prior notice.