Experienced Decorator - Fixed Term Contract
Start date : January 2027
Duration: Approximately 6 months
Pay : Hourly rate, dependent on experience and level of skill
Main location: Hamble Heights Care Home, 71-73 Botley Road, Park Gate, Southampton, SO31 1AZ
Travel: Occasional travel to other company sites may be required
Focus: High-quality preparation, painting and professional wallpapering
We are looking for an experienced, highly skilled and reliable Decorator to join our team at Hamble Heights Care Home as part of an ongoing refurbishment project.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a decorator who takes real pride in their work and is passionate about achieving a professional, high-quality finish. The contract is due to start in January, with approximately 6 months of work available.
We are looking for someone who can commit to the project and consistently deliver work to a very high standard.
The successful candidate will need to have a keen eye for detail and understand that achieving a quality finish starts with thorough preparation. We are not looking for someone who simply applies paint or wallpaper — the preparation and attention to detail are just as important as the finished product.
The role will involve decorating throughout all areas of the care home, including bedrooms, corridors, lounges, communal areas and other spaces within the building. The successful candidate will need to be comfortable working across a variety of environments and adapting their approach to suit each area.
The role will include:
• Decorating bedrooms, corridors, lounges, communal areas and other areas throughout the home
• Thorough preparation of walls and surfaces prior to decorating
• Filling, sanding and making good imperfections to ensure a smooth and even finish
• Painting to a consistently high standard
• Hanging wallpaper to an exceptional professional standard
• Ensuring wallpaper is correctly aligned, level and neatly finished
• Taking particular care with wallpaper joins, corners, edges and difficult areas
• Ensuring surfaces are properly prepared before wallpaper is applied
• Protecting surrounding areas, fixtures and furnishings while working
• Keeping work areas clean, tidy and safe throughout t...
Experienced Decorator - Fixed Term Contract in Southampton employer: Hamble Heights Care Home
Hamble Heights Nursing Home is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being and professional development of its staff. With a supportive work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation, employees benefit from flexible working hours and opportunities for career advancement in a nurturing environment. Located in a serene setting, our home offers a unique chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of residents while enjoying a fulfilling career.
