Decorator
Salary: £39,801 + Excellent Benefits
Location of work: Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire and surrounding counties
Office locations: Wooburn Green, High Wycombe and Chesham
Van and fuel card included for business use
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 40 per week, Monday to Friday, 08:00 to 17:00

Are you looking to join a growing, values-led organisation with a clear social purpose?

At SettleParadigm, we’re proud to be the largest housing group in the region, managing over 30,000 homes across Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire, and Hertfordshire.

Everything we do is about delivering excellent services, high quality homes, neighbourhoods we can be proud of and maximising number of new affordable homes we build. Through our merger we’ve brought together shared values, skills and ambition, so we can build more affordable homes and make an even bigger difference in the communities we serve

If you're ready to grow your career in a supportive, inclusive environment while helping to shape stronger communities, we’d love to welcome you on our journey. Together, we’re building a better future.

About the role

We are looking for a skilled Decorator to join our repairs team. You will carry out internal and external decorating work across our homes, including preparation, painting, wallpapering, staining and finishing, damp and mould remedial work such as mould washes, stain blocking, redecoration and making‑good following treatment programmes. You will also complete "making-good" work, minor plaster repairs and other tasks linked to your trade.

You will work independently and as part of a wider team, delivering high‑quality work, keeping residents informed and making sure repairs are completed safely and right first time. You will use a company van and fuel card for business travel across our operating area.

Key responsibilities

Technical delivery

• Carry out internal and external decorating work in occupied and empty homes

• Prepare surfaces including filling, sanding, making good and minor plaster repairs

• Complete painting, staining, varnishing, wallpapering and finishing work

• Carry out damp and mould remedial work including mould washes, stain blocking and redecoration

• Work safely and to a high standard, following all regulations and codes of practice

• Order materials when needed and manage van stock responsibly

• Use PDA and repairs systems to update work orders and record materials used

• Report unsafe installations, compliance concerns or risks

Service delivery

• Deliver repairs right first time wherever possible

• Work independently to diagnose issues and complete repairs

• Manage your workload efficiently and complete jobs within agreed timescales

• Provide clear updates to supervisors and managers when follow‑on work is needed

• Minimise waste and use materials responsibly

Customer service

• Communicate clearly and professionally with residents

• Keep residents informed about work, timescales and access needs

• Work respectfully in residents’ homes and leave work areas clean and safe

• Contribute to positive resident satisfaction through quality workmanship

Health and safety

• Follow all health and safety requirements, risk assessments and safe systems of work

• Use tools and equipment safely and maintain them appropriately

• Report risks, unsafe practices or compliance concerns

• Drive company vehicles safely and keep them clean and roadworthy

Conditions of service

• Work across our geographical area as required

• Support out‑of‑hours or emergency repairs when needed

• Hold a full, valid UK driving licence

Our expectations

• High‑quality decorating work with reduced defects and recalls

• Positive resident feedback and strong satisfaction

• Efficient completion of jobs within agreed timescales

• Good control of materials and van stock

• Accurate updates on PDA and systems

• Strong compliance with health and safety and organisational standards

About you

Experience

• Experience carrying out internal and external decorating work in residential properties

• Experience working in social housing, domestic maintenance or responsive repairs

• Experience delivering high‑quality, right‑first‑time repairs

• Experience diagnosing and resolving repeat repair issues

Knowledge

• Strong decorating and finishing skills with high attention to detail

• Understanding of responsive repairs, work allocation and service standards

• Clear understanding of health and safety and safe systems of work

• Understanding of customer service and resident‑focused delivery

• Awareness of value for money and efficient use of materials

• Working knowledge of repairs systems, scheduling tools and mobile technology

Skills

• Good communication and customer service skills

• Good organisational skills and ability to manage workload

• Ability to identify issues and make sound decisions

• Confident using PDAs and mobile working systems

Other

• NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 in Painting and Decorating, City and Guilds Level 3 Technical Certificate or equivalent

• Apprenticeship in Painting and Decorating or equivalent experience

• Full valid UK driving licence

Benefits

At SettleParadigm, we believe in creating an environment where our people feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow. Our comprehensive benefits and rewards package reflects this commitment.

• annual salary: £39,801 per annum

• 25 days holiday, increasing with service, plus Christmas closure and buy options

• Generous pension scheme – up to 9.5% employer contribution via salary sacrifice

• Family-friendly leave: Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave

• Health cash plan – claim up to £1,800 for everyday health costs (plus free kids’ cover)

• Life cover and income protection

• Flexible working – hybrid options, modern offices, free parking & EV charging

And that’s just the beginning! We’re also thrilled to provide:

• Mental Health First Aiders available to support

• Car leasing via salary sacrifice (for permanent colleagues subject to conditions)

• Funded training, qualifications & apprenticeships

• 2 paid volunteering days in the local communities

• Peer-recognition rewards platform

• Paid professional subscription (one per year)

Working Hours

• 40 hours per week

• Monday - Friday

• 08:00 - 17:00

Our Commitment

We are committed to creating an inclusive workforce, by reflecting and representing the diversity of the communities we serve. We would like to encourage applications from disadvantaged socio-economic backgrounds; people who identify as disabled, neurodiverse, members of the LGBTQ+ community and people from underrepresented groups.

Accessibility and Adjustments

We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process and we’ll always endeavour to be as accommodating as possible. Please let us know in advance of any suitable arrangements required.

Due to the nature of some of our roles involving work with vulnerable members of society, this post may be subject to a basic or enhanced Criminal Disclosure, which will be carried out when a conditional offer is made.

Please ensure you fully answer the questions on the application form.

Closing Date: 18th September, 2026

We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the closing date should we find a suitable candidate.