Painting & Decorator

Your reputation is built on quality. So is ours. If you're a decorator who takes pride in doing the job properly, not just getting it done, you'll fit right in with us. We're looking for an experienced Decorator to carry out high-quality repairs and redecoration across occupied and empty homes. This role is about transforming spaces, delivering first-time fixes, and leaving every home better than you found it. About the role As a Decorator, you'll carry out high-quality painting and redecoration across occupied and void homes, helping to maintain and improve the homes our customers rely on. You'll also apply damp and mould treatments and complete associated redecoration, supporting safe and well-maintained homes. Working in a field-based role, you'll manage your own day, deliver first-time fixes, and complete work efficiently without compromising quality. You'll work both independently and with colleagues, providing a smooth, customer-focused service while following health and safety standards. What we're looking for We're looking for a skilled Decorator who shares our values and takes pride in delivering high-quality work that makes a real difference to our customers' homes. Customer Driven: You understand the importance of working in customers' homes, delivering a respectful, reliable service and ensuring every job leaves a positive, lasting impression. Accountability: You take ownership of your work, managing your time effectively, meeting targets, and delivering a high-quality finish without cutting corners. Develop & Learn: You're committed to maintaining and developing your decorating skills, keeping up to date with best practice to consistently deliver excellent standards. Champion Communication: You communicate clearly and professionally with customers, colleagues and the wider team, helping to keep jobs running smoothly and ensuring a seamless repairs service. You'll bring * N V Q Level 2/ City & Guilds in Painting & Decorating, (or equivalent) or significant equivalent practical experience. * Proven decorating expertise, with solid experience delivering high-quality internal and external painting and redecoration across occupied and void properties. * Experience working within social housing, property maintenance, repairs, or a similar customer-focused environment. * Knowledge of best practice, including the safe application of treatments such as damp and mould solutions. * A commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion. * A full U K driving licence. For further information on the role, please review the Job Description attached to the advert. Pre-employment requirements The successful candidate will be required to complete a Basic D B S check, Right to Work check and D V L A licence check. Working hours You will be required to be on site and ready to start at 08:00, working through to 17:00 with a one-hour unpaid lunch break. Why join Selwood Housing? At Selwood Housing, we believe everyone deserves a safe, secure and affordable place to call home. As a not-for-profit housing organisation, we own and manage over 7,000 homes across the South West and we're growing. With a bold ambition to build 1,700 new affordable homes by 2034, we're investing in the future of local people and places. You'll be joining a close-knit team where people support each other, share knowledge, and take pride in doing things properly. Some of our benefits include: Competitive salary Generous holiday entitlement Life assurance Flexible working opportunities Competitive pension Cycle to Work scheme Ongoing training and development A supportive team environment where your contribution really matters. Ready to use your skills to improve customers' homes and communities across the South West? Join us and deliver the high-quality work our customers deserve. Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion At Selwood Housing, we strive to respect the diversity of our colleagues and customers. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, supported and able to thrive. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and identities. As a Disability Confident employer, we'll do our best to provide any adjustments, access or equipment you may need throughout the recruitment process and during your employment with us. We are committed to building a supportive and rewarding environment, free from discrimination, that works for everyone. We may close this vacancy early depending on application volumes, so we encourage early applications. Pando Logic. Keywords: Commercial Decorator, Location: Melksham, E N G - S N12 6 J X