We have a great opportunity for a Painter & Decorator to join the multi faceted Estates Team here at the Robert Jones & Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic NHS Trust. The base salary starts at £24,937 rising to £26,598. Further benefits include access to NHS pension scheme and generous holiday entitlement, starting at 27 days rising to 33 days, plus bank holidays.Under current Home Office Immigration Rules, this role does not meet the UK Visas and Immigration criteria and the position is not therefore eligible for sponsorship. Applications from candidates that require skilled worker sponsorship will NOT be shortlisted.Main duties of the jobTo provide a painting and decorating service within the Hospital premises including reactive maintenance of the existing building fabric and full re-decorating works (PPM) to meet the needs of the Trust.Delivering a planned maintenance, repair & installations service which always represents quality and value for money.Apply the highest standards of painting and decorating in the process of maintaining a complex health estate both internally and externally, complying with COSHH Regulations.To work autonomously with estates colleagues, effectively organising and managing the decorating workload and resources with due regard to management requirements. To be prepared and willing to undertake other associated works as required.About usThe Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic NHS Trust (RJAH)is one of the leading orthopaedic hospitals in the country, with some of the highest levels of staff and patient satisfaction, as well as a strong reputation for research and innovation.Joining RJAH is more than just a job - we want our people to have the best opportunities to thrive in their role.We have a range of fantastic staff benefits on offer to everyone who joins RJAH and you'll have access to outstanding professional development opportunities and state-of-the-art facilities - including our recently-opened £6 million Headley Court Veterans' Orthopaedic Centre (the first unit of its kind in the UK).RJAH has strong links with a range of universities including Staffordshire, Keele, Glyndwr, Chester and Birmingham.The hospital is located on a site outside Oswestry in Oswestry, just off the A5. The nearest train station is in Gobowen, approximately two miles from the hospital. The station is part of the Chester to Birmingham line.We are based in North Shropshire, close to the border with North and Mid Wales. It is one of the most attractive parts of the country, with a rich historic culture and excellent transport links. It offers outstanding opportunities for anyone who enjoys an outdoor lifestyle or is looking to raise a family.DetailsDate posted27 August 2025Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 3Salary£24,937 to £26,598 a year paContractPermanentWorking patternFull-timeReference number224-PA20250402624-BJob locationsRobert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic HospitalTwmpath LaneGobowenSY10 7AGJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesThe working hours are 37.5 hours per week, on site 8 hours every day with an earliest start time of 07:30 and latest finish of 17:00, Monday Friday.This role will require you to have achieved industry recognised apprenticeship in Painting & Decorating to NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualifications & experience.The successful candidate would ideally have industrial experience and would be expected to work alone and/or as part of a wider team. The role will require you to work cohesively with other Technical Disciplines. If you are unsure whether this job is for you please do contact us so you dont miss out on an opportunity.There are plenty of opportunities to develop yourself personally whilst working at the Trust. As an integral part of the hospital team, we strive to provide best in class property and facilities services across our estate and appreciate that this success is driven by our People! Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesThe working hours are 37.5 hours per week, on site 8 hours every day with an earliest start time of 07:30 and latest finish of 17:00, Monday Friday.This role will require you to have achieved industry recognised apprenticeship in Painting & Decorating to NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualifications & experience.The successful candidate would ideally have industrial experience and would be expected to work alone and/or as part of a wider team. The role will require you to work cohesively with other Technical Disciplines. If you are unsure whether this job is for you please do contact us so you dont miss out on an opportunity.There are plenty of opportunities to develop yourself personally whilst working at the Trust. As an integral part of the hospital team, we strive to provide best in class property and facilities services across our estate and appreciate that this success is driven by our People!Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential
C & G Painting & Decorating / NVQ3 or equivalent qualification / experience
Desirable
Supporting Evidence of any other building services qualification. i.e PASMA
ExperienceEssential
Recognised Apprenticeship working within the trade.
Previous experience of working in a maintenance enviroment
Desirable
Experience of other tasks such as minor building work
Healthcare Environment Experience
Knowledge/AwarenessEssential
Awareness of Estates/ Health & Safety Legislation such COSHH regulations
Desirable
Other relevant training
SkillsEssential
Planning skills
Good oral and written communication skills
Computer skills
To be able to work at height and within confined spaces
Personal attributesEssential
Attention to detail and pride in own workmanship
Must share Trust's beliefs and model this in their attitude and behaviour
Ability to develop themselves
Self-Motivator with drive and persistence
Ability to work under pressure
Physical attributesEssential
Ability to work in difficult situations including confined spaces and abnormal conditions
Driving licence
Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential
C & G Painting & Decorating / NVQ3 or equivalent qualification / experience
Desirable
Supporting Evidence of any other building services qualification. i.e PASMA
ExperienceEssential
Recognised Apprenticeship working within the trade.
Previous experience of working in a maintenance enviroment
Desirable
Experience of other tasks such as minor building work
Healthcare Environment Experience
Knowledge/AwarenessEssential
Awareness of Estates/ Health & Safety Legislation such COSHH regulations
Desirable
Other relevant training
SkillsEssential
Planning skills
Good oral and written communication skills
Computer skills
To be able to work at height and within confined spaces
Personal attributesEssential
Attention to detail and pride in own workmanship
Must share Trust's beliefs and model this in their attitude and behaviour
Ability to develop themselves
Self-Motivator with drive and persistence
Ability to work under pressure
Physical attributesEssential
Ability to work in difficult situations including confined spaces and abnormal conditions
