Painter & Decorator

Job summary This role as a Painter and Decorator at Elysium Healthcare's Gregory House in Workington involves creating a well‑presented and safe environment for vulnerable individuals. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining the appearance and upkeep of the facility, undertaking a variety of painting and decorating tasks, and ensuring a clean and organised work area. Main duties of the job As a Painter and Decorator, you will be responsible for leading all decorating tasks, preparing surfaces for painting, applying finishes, repairing and maintaining painted surfaces, and ensuring work is completed to a high standard. You will also assist with material procurement, maintain a safe work environment, and support the maintenance team as needed. About us Elysium Healthcare is a leading provider of mental health, learning disability, and neurorehabilitation services in the UK. With over 8,000 employees and a network of over 90 services, the organisation is committed to delivering high‑quality care and supporting the wellbeing of its staff. Details Date posted: 05 December 2025 Pay scheme: Other Salary: £25,430 a year Contract: Permanent Working pattern: Full-time Reference number: 1439083937 Job locations: Elysium Healthcare, Workington, CA14 3PD Job responsibilities Do you take pride in creating a well presented and safe environment? Join Elysium Healthcare as a Painter and Decorator at Gregory House and be valued, supported and recognised as you help create a comfortable environment for some of the most vulnerable people in society. You will work 22.5 hours per week (over 3 days), where no two days will be the same as you will be responsible for the appearance and maintenance of Gregory House in Workington. You will turn your hand to all decorating and painting‑related tasks as you work towards schedules and maintaining safe working practices when operating hand, power and workshop tools. This includes undertaking local risk assessments and following site security. If you enjoy being on the move and using your skills to assist the service to create a supportive and caring environment, then apply today. Your responsibilities will include: Leading all decorating tasks Proper preparation of surfaces for painting Applying paint, varnish, and other finishes using brushes, rollers, or sprayers (where risk assessed) Repairing and maintaining painted surfaces, including touch‑ups and refinishing Ensuring all decorating work is completed to a high standard and within project timelines Assisting with the selection and procurement of painting and decorating materials through the correct protocol Maintaining a clean and organised work area, ensuring all tools and equipment are properly stored Following health and safety guidelines to maintain a safe working environment Assisting in regular checks, repairs, and maintenance of all buildings Assisting the maintenance team where required and cover maintenance duties for periods of absence Assisting with coordinating and chaperoning contractors on‑site, completing any required paperwork To be successful in this role, you’ll need: Previous experience in Painting and Decorating Face‑to‑face experience of dealing with people Ability to work under pressure, and respond to the Regional Facilities Manager requests A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle Public transport is limited to this site. You will ideally need to be a driver or live locally to Workington. Where you will be working Location: Furness Road, Workington, Cumbria, CA14 3PD What you’ll get At Elysium Healthcare, we believe in taking care of the people who care for others, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and future: Annual base salary of £25,430 (Pro rata) The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (Pro rata) – plus your birthday off and the option to buy additional annual leave, in our annual selection window Career development and training to help you achieve your professional goals Access to our Rewards & Benefits platform Ely‑Vate; Your one‑stop destination for everyday savings, exclusive benefits, and wellbeing hub Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a healthy work‑life balance Access to Blue Light Card, which provides a range of exclusive offers and discounts Life Assurance, for added peace of mind Stream – instant access to earned wages when you need it, plus access to save, directly from your wages, alongside financial wellbeing support 24/7 GP service and second medical opinion, to ensure you are the best you can be Enhanced Maternity Package, so you can truly enjoy this special time Pension contribution, to help secure your future Free/subsidised meals and onsite/local free parking Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Employer details Employer name: Elysium Healthcare Address: Elysium Healthcare, Workington, CA14 3PD Website: https://www.elysiumhealthcare.co.uk/ #J-18808-Ljbffr