Location: Poole, Bournemouth, Broadstone and Studland
Employment type: Part-time
Working Hours: 18 Hours per week Monday – Friday (including bank holidays)
Salary: £11,896.56 per annum / £12.71 per hour
Application closing date: 10/07/2026
About us:
YMCA Bournemouth is part of a global organisation making a real difference at a local level across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole. We are dedicated to creating inclusive, diverse and forward-thinking services that address the needs of our community. Our work spans key areas including Housing and Support, Family and Relationships, Youth Work, Training and Education, and Health and Wellbeing, all with the aim of enabling individuals to reach their full potential in mind, body and spirit.
About the Position:
We are looking for a Painter, Decorator and Maintenance Worker to join our team and contribute to the ongoing maintenance and presentation of YMCA Bournemouth’s properties and facilities.
Key responsibilities include:
- Being responsible for painting and decorating the interior and exterior of the Association’s premises as required.
- Assisting with the organisation and administration of maintenance tasks, including keeping accurate records of jobs and updating the Department’s E-ticket software package.
- Supporting planned preventative maintenance in line with the Association’s maintenance schedule.
- Carrying out tiling, carpentry, plumbing and general repairs of a non-specialist nature.
- Assisting with statutory tests including legionella checks, fire extinguisher inspections, fire door checks and other periodic compliance tests where required.
- Helping to maintain a suitably stocked workshop and stores area.
- Assisting with stock checks and ordering materials when necessary, including electrical stock items, paint, soft furnishings, keys and cleaning supplies.
As part of the Painter, Decorator and Maintenance Worker role, you will work within the Building Services department to ensure the YMCA Bournemouth estate is maintained to a high standard, working within management guidelines and following all health and safety procedures.
This role will involve:
- Painting and decorating
- Basic plumbing
- General maintenance duties
- Routine repairs and upkeep
- Supporting health and safety compliance
What we’re looking for:
You will be a passionate and motivated individual who is driven by our mission to empower individuals and create stronger communities.
Skills and competencies:
Able to demonstrate:
- Experience in a commercial decorating environment
- Basic plumbing and maintenance skills
- Good organisational and time management skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Awareness of health and safety procedures
Personal attributes:
We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic, proactive and committed, with a positive attitude and a strong work ethic.
You will also need to be:
- Reliable and adaptable
- Calm and professional under pressure
- Able to communicate effectively with colleagues and residents
- Committed to maintaining high standards of work
- Dedicated to making a positive difference within the organisation
Qualifications and experience:
Essential qualifications and experience:
- Previous experience in painting and decorating
- General maintenance experience
- Willingness to undertake training as required
Desirable qualifications and experience:
- Painting and decorating qualification
- Experience working within a commercial or residential maintenance environment
If you’re a motivated team player who shares our values and wants to be part of a supportive, impactful organisation, we’d love to hear from you!
Why join YMCA Bournemouth?
- Contribute to meaningful services and make a lasting, positive impact
- Join a passionate and supportive team that shares commitment to make positive change and build stronger communities
- Ongoing training and development opportunities to help you expand your skills and make an impact in your role
- Enjoy a wide range of employee benefits including a competitive employer pension contribution, access to an Employee Assistance Programme with counselling and virtual GP services, discounted gym memberships, Blue Light Card eligibility, and savings across YMCA Bournemouth facilities and services. Additional benefits include discounts on holiday clubs, swimming lessons, children’s activities, café purchases, room hire, wellbeing services and accommodation stays. Please note that employee benefits are subject to change.
Additional Information
- The role has a statutory, occupational requirement to ensure the safety and welfare of all children, young people and adults at risk that they may come across using our services. The post holder will take responsibility for ensuring safeguarding children, young people and adults at risk as a priority and follow both YMCA Bournemouth safeguarding policy and BCP Safeguarding Children Partnership and Dorset Safeguarding Children Partnership statutory guidance.
- Employment will be subject to satisfactory references, right to work checks and a Disclosure and Barring Service check. If the role involves regulated activity with children or adults at risk, your employment will be subject to an Enhanced level DBS check prior to commencement date. All other applicable roles will be subject to a Basic level DBS check prior to commencement date.
- The YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to the active promotion of equal opportunity, both in the provision of services and as an employer of paid and unpaid workers.
- If you have a disability and require any adjustments to support you during the application or interview process, or within employment, please contact us directly.
- Please note we do not offer sponsorship opportunities with employment. Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK and provide appropriate documentation as required.
How to Apply
Please click on the link below to complete a YMCA Bournemouth application form.
