Painter bei London Borough of Lambeth BU

Community Works - Painter/ Decorative Operative

SO1 - Starting salary £40,404 per annum incl LW

About Us:

It is an exciting time to join Lambeth Council, we have bold ambitions for the future of Lambeth’s communities and residents through our Lambeth 2030 Plan ‘Our Future, Our Lambeth. To deliver on these ambitions, we have embarked our transformational One Lambeth Programme ensuring we are ‘connected by purpose,’ in everything we do to deliver excellence. We are proud to have recently developed a refreshed set of One Lambeth Values and Behaviours that were developed for staff by staff; Equity, Ambition, Kindness, and Accountability. For more information, please have a look at our dedicated One Lambeth Values and Behaviours page. 

About the Borough:

Located in the heart of South London, Lambeth Borough is a vibrant community of over 317,600 residents. Stretching from the dynamic neighbourhood of Streatham in the South to the iconic landmarks of Waterloo in the North, we are proud to be the 9th largest borough in London. Our diversity is our strength, with more than 130 languages spoken, making Lambeth the home of the Windrush generation, London's largest LGBTQ+ community, and a thriving Portuguese-speaking community.

With exceptional schools, lush green spaces including Brockwell Park, cultural gems like the Black Cultural Archives, and world-renowned institutions such as St Thomas's Hospital, Lambeth offers an enriching and dynamic environment.

About the Team:

Community Works is Lambeth’s in-house Direct Labour Organisation (DLO), delivering high-quality communal repairs, estate-based maintenance, and planned improvement works across the borough. Our focus is on maintaining and enhancing shared spaces, improving the appearance and safety of our estates, and delivering excellent value for money by reducing reliance on external contractors. You’ll be joining a skilled, supportive team who take pride in their work and in making a visible difference to the communities we serve.

About the Role:

We are looking for a skilled Painter to carry out painting and decorating works in communal areas and across Lambeth’s estates. This will include estate improvement projects, internal and external communal spaces, and planned maintenance programmes. You will ensure that all work is completed to a high standard, on time, and in line with health and safety requirements. This is a mobile role where you’ll travel between sites, so you’ll need to be self-motivated, organised, and committed to delivering quality work that enhances the environment for our residents.

To be considered for interview, your CV and supporting statement will clearly evidence:

• Proven experience as a Painter/Decorator, ideally in communal or estate-based environments
• Ability to deliver high-quality painting and decorating works to shared spaces and external areas
• Good knowledge of health and safety requirements, with a commitment to safe working practices
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills, with a resident-focused approach
• Ability to work independently, manage your workload effectively, and meet agreed deadlines
• Ideally hold a Level 2 NVQ (or equivalent) in Painting and Decorating, but relevant experience will also be considered

We actively encourage applications from Lambeth residents, as we are committed to creating job opportunities within our local community and ensuring our workforce reflects the borough we serve.

This post is subject to a Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service. Successful candidates will be asked to apply for an Enhanced Certificate from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Further information about the DBS can be found at www.homeoffice.gov.uk/agencies-public-bodies/dbs.

For detailed qualifications and requirements, please review the job description and person specification in hyperlink below:

Job Description and Person Specification

Contact Information:

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Mark Dawkins [email protected]  

How to Apply:

If you're interested in this opportunity, click on the apply button and complete an online application.  In your supporting statement, please clearly demonstrate how you meet the shortlist criteria marked with an 'A' at shortlist stage.

We operate an anonymised application process, so be sure to remove personal details when uploading your CV or personal statement.

Recruitment Timelines:

Closing date: 11:59pm on Tuesday 24 September 2025

Benefits:

We believe in rewarding our staff. When you join us, you'll gain access to a range of benefits, including:

·       Participation in our 5 Staff Networks: Black, Asian, and Multi-Ethnic, LGBTQ+, Disability, Young Professionals, and Women's.

·       Generous annual leave entitlement starting from 27 days, increasing to up to 35 days depending on length of service.

·       Membership in the Local Government Pension Scheme.

·       Hybrid Working.

·       Employee Assistance Programme.

·       Occupational Sick Pay based on length of service.

·       Discounts at local restaurants.

·       Discount at our Active Lambeth Gyms.

·       Learning and Development opportunities, including Apprenticeships.

·       Cycle to Work Scheme.

·       Secure Bike Storage facilities at our Town Hall and Civic Centre.

·       Trade Union Membership.

At Lambeth, we are dedicated to providing quality services and equal opportunities for all. We are committed to safer recruitment and are proud to be a Stonewall diversity champion, a Living Wage Employer, and to guarantee interviews for all disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria of the role. For a full list of our accreditations, please click here.

We actively support applications from Lambeth Care Leavers.