GEORGE BOOCOCK DECORATORS LTD - Painting and Decorating Apprenticeship
UNIT 7, HOLT COURT, PENDLE STREET, BB9 7EB
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Summary
The Level 2 Painting and Decorating Apprenticeship is designed for individuals who want to develop the practical skills and knowledge required to work as a professional painter and decorator in the construction or property maintenance industries.
Hours Monday - Friday. Full-time between 07:00-16:00 / 08:00 – 17:00. 40.0 hours a week
Possible start date: Monday 03 November 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
Apprentices will develop core competencies in:
Preparing surfaces for painting and decorating (e.g., sanding, filling, priming)
Applying paint, wallpaper, and other finishes using brushes, rollers, and spray equipment
Measuring and cutting wallpaper and other materials accurately
Understanding different paints, coatings, and finishes, and how to apply them correctly
Working at height using ladders and scaffolding safely
Health and safety practices in painting and decorating
Interpreting drawings and specifications
Customer service and working as part of a team
Where you’ll work
UNIT 7 HOLT COURT PENDLE STREET NELSON BB9 7EB
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 LANCASHIRE LEARNING GROUP
Your training course
Painter and decorator (level 2)
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
English (grade 2/E or equivalent)
Maths (grade 2/E 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
Organisation skills
Problem solving skills
Team working
Creative
Initiative
Patience
About this company
George Boocock Decorators Ltd is a family-run business that has been established for 50 years. During this time the company has earned a reputation for a very high standard of workmanship with Local Authorities, Schools, and Builders throughout the North West.