We’re currently working on a long run of exciting projects with local property developers and are looking to take on an apprentice to join our team. This is a hands-on role where you’ll receive training and gain valuable experience across a variety of sites. We're looking for someone reliable, eager to learn, and ready to start right away.
Hours Monday to Friday between 8am and 4pm. 40.0 hours a week
Possible start date: Monday 15 September 2025
Duration: 2 Years
Positions available: 1
Work
As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.
What you’ll do at work
We have ongoing residential and commercial projects across Coulsdon, Sutton, Epsom, and Worcester Park. As a Painter Apprentice, you’ll support the team with a range of tasks while gaining hands-on experience and training on-site.
Key Responsibilities:
Surface Preparation: Sanding, filling, and taping to ensure surfaces are ready for painting
Painting Tasks: Rolling walls and assisting with brushwork under supervision
General Site Maintenance: Keeping work areas clean, organised, and safe
Support Duties: Assisting senior painters with tools, materials, and setup
Where you’ll work
29 Hollymeoak Road Coulsdon CR5 3QA
Training
An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.
College or training organisation
EAST SURREY COLLEGE
Your training course
Painter and decorator (level 2)
Your training plan
Training will be conducted at John Ruskin College on a day-release basis.
Candidates will study towards the completion of the Level 2 Painter & Decorator apprenticeship standard.
Requirements
Desirable qualifications
GCSE in:
English (grade 4 / C or equivalent)
Maths (grade 4 / C or equivalent)
Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.
Skills
Communication skills
Attention to detail
Presentation skills
Team working
About this company
BA Decorating Services is a small, skilled decorating firm made up of a dedicated team of three. We focus on delivering high-quality work and excellent customer service, with a strong emphasis on client satisfaction. Our projects range from residential jobs to large property developments, where we bring attention to detail, reliability, and a personal touch to every site.
After this apprenticeship
Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, there would be an opportunity to progress into a full-time role.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
B.A DECORATING SERVICES LTD
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000338134.