Painter (Student Accommodation)
MR-33

£15 - £18 Per Hour

Full Time

Temporary

Leeds, West Yorkshire

Utilities

Posted 9 hours ago

Expires In 29 Days

Job Description

Painter (Student Accommodation)

Position Overview:

We’re seeking a skilled Painter to join an ongoing temporary project, working within student accommodation properties. This role offers flexibility, competitive hourly rates, and consistent work throughout the week.

Key Details:
  • Working Week: Monday to Friday
  • Working Hours: 8 am–4 pm or 9 am–5 pm (flexi-time available)
  • Hourly Rate: £15.00 – £18.00 per hour
  • Duration: Ongoing temporary project (with potential for extension)
Responsibilities:
  • Paint and decorate student rooms, studios, kitchens, and communal areas to a high standard
  • Prepare surfaces: cleaning, sanding, filling cracks/holes, masking, and priming
  • Apply finishes such as emulsions, gloss, varnish—and potentially wallpaper or other treatments
  • Handle touch-ups as needed 
  • Maintain cleanliness and orderliness in work areas; ensure safe use of ladders, and protective gear 
  • Minimise disruption in occupied and communal student environments through courteous and professional conduct 
  • Collaborate effectively with onsite staff and other trades to meet project goals and deadlines 
Required Skills & Attributes:
  • Proven experience in painting and decorating, especially within residential or student accommodation settings 
  • Strong attention to detail and tidy workmanship 
  • Ability to follow health and safety protocols and safely handle equipment 
  • Professional, reliable, friendly, and adaptable approach to working in occupied environments 
  • Self-motivated, capable of working independently with minimal supervision 
  • Own tools and PPE preferred (or willingness to bring them) 
Preferred Qualifications (if applicable):
  • NVQ Level 2 in Painting & Decorating, City & Guilds, or relevant apprenticeship 
  • Valid CSCS card and/or full UK driving license (especially if work spans multiple sites or requires travel)
Benefits:
  • Flexible working hours within standard weekday shifts
  • Competitive hourly pay aligned with market rates for student housing painting roles
  • Tools and PPE may be provided (depending on arrangement) 
  • Opportunity for consistent, ongoing work with potential extension
Why Join Us:
  • Work within vibrant student environments—help create fresh, welcoming spaces for residents
  • Flexible schedule + steady work across weekdays
  • Connect and collaborate with supportive onsite teams and management

Charlotte Doyle 048

Charlotte.Doyle@pertemps.co.uk

0113 2469339

Division 048

Pertemps Leeds

1 Canal Place

Leeds

Yorkshire

LS12 2DU

0113 246 9339

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