We’re looking for a friendly, reliable Painter and Decorator / Maintenance Apprentice to help keep our hotel safe, comfortable, and running smoothly for guests and staff alike. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys hands-on work, takes pride in a job well done.
Annual wage: £28,480 a year
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Training course: Property maintenance operative (level 2)
Hours
Monday - Saturday, working hours to be discussed at interview. Weekend work is required on a Saturday every 2nd / 3rd weekend. Minimum fours hours.
40.0 hours a week
Possible start date: Tuesday 01 September 2026
Duration: 2 Years
Positions available: 1
As an apprentice, you'll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You'll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.
You’ll work across guest rooms and shared spaces, responding to maintenance requests, carrying out repairs, and helping prevent issues before they happen. You’ll also interact with guests and colleagues, so a positive attitude and clear communication are just as important as technical skills.
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences. If you’re dependable, safety-minded, and enjoy being part of a team, we’d love to hear from you.
Duties will include:
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.
BATH COLLEGE
Property maintenance operative (level 2)
You will be required to attend college one day per week, term time only at our Somer Valley Campus in Radstock.
GCSE in:
Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.
The Francis Hotel is a 4-star boutique hotel set across seven Grade I-listed Georgian townhouses on Queen Square in central Bath. Following a major multi-million-pound refurbishment, the 98-room property features individually designed bedrooms, the fire-led Emberwood restaurant, and an Espuro thermal boutique spa.
https://www.francishotel.com/ (opens in new tab)
Free break of one / two days in any Sutton Hotel Collection hotel, in a 12-month period.
Heka benefits platform.
Salary sacrifice schemes including cycle to work, tech and electric vehicles.
Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Leave.
Loyalty awards.
Wisdom Wellbeing.
Free nutritious and tasty meals on duty, complimentary on-site parking (where available), and uniforms where appropriate.
On successful completion of the apprenticeship you may have the opportunity to continue employment at the Francis Hotel.
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
Francis Hotel Bath
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000044005.
Closes on Tuesday 04 August 2026
