Multi-Site Decorator – Paint, Finishes & Campus Upkeep in Catcliffe

Estates Group Decorator

Hours: Full time (37 hours each week, all year round)

Duration: Permanent

Salary: £29,455 a year + benefits

Location: Multi-Site position (including Rotherham College and Dearne Valley College, Rotherham and North Notts College, Worksop as well as other Group subsidiaries)

About the Role

Are you a meticulous decorator with a keen eye for detail and a "can-do" attitude? We are looking for a skilled professional to join our estates team to keep our campuses looking vibrant and well-maintained. This is more than just a painting job; you will be a key player in managing our aesthetic standards and ensuring a safe, functional environment for our staff and students.

• Expert Painting & Decorating

• Preparation: Master the basics by cleaning, sanding, filling, and stripping surfaces to ensure a flawless finish.
• Application: Apply paints, varnishes, and stains to interior and exterior surfaces using brushes, rollers, or sprayers.
• Specialist Finishes: Install internal and external vinyl coverings to enhance our facilities.

• Project & Brand Management

• Strategic Planning: Develop and manage a rolling decoration schedule across all campus locations.
• Brand Alignment: Collaborate directly with the Marketing department to ensure all finishes and colours meet institutional guidelines.

• Site Maintenance & Support

• Versatile Repairs: Tackle planned maintenance and reactive repairs, including high-quality mastic and sealing work in kitchens and bathrooms.
• Team Player: Assist with campus operations, from exam hall setups to internal furniture moves.

• Safety First

• Compliance: Maintain a pristine workspace and strictly adhere to COSHH regulations and storage protocols.
• Working at Height: Confidently erect and utilize scaffolding and platforms to reach every corner of the site.

This role is a cross campus role requiring you to manage tasks and responsibilities effectively travelling between multiple sites with regular evening and weekend working.

You will hold a Level 2 (or equivalent) qualification in English and Maths (or be willing to undertake). You will hold a recognised industry qualification with proven experience of success in your practical abilities. You will have experience in painting and decorating, ideally within a commercial setting.

We understand that no candidate will perfectly match every qualification or criterion listed. If your experience differs from what we have outlined but you believe you can contribute to this role, we encourage you to apply!

Department Info

The Estates Group Decorator reports into the Director of Estates, Facilities, Health & Safety and Security and will work as part of the estates department. You will liaise with colleagues across all sites, as well as Directors of Campus and the Marketing department.

Our excellent benefits and rewards package:

• Access to local government pensions scheme (with employer contributions from 17.7% to 23.68%)
• Up to 41 days annual leave per year including closure during Christmas period
• Access to our gyms, restaurants and salons
• Staff health & wellbeing and benefits schemes including in-house Occupational Health service
• Extensive wellbeing support through a digital Wellbeing Hub that offers a broad range of support for physical, mental, and financial wellbeing.
• Full, part time and flexible working hours available in many roles
• Free Parking available at all of our sites
• Fantastic career development opportunities including funding for teacher training, apprenticeships and various other industry recognised qualifications
• New FE teachers can also apply for grants of up to £6,000 in STEM subjects (conditions apply) through the teacher retention initiative
• Recruitment Referral Scheme for all employees, worth £200 per referral made

To Apply

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for RNN Group, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.