Painters for hire in Reading

Find painters who specialize in applying paint and finishes, preparing surfaces, and using various tools to create aesthetically pleasing environments. Indeed Smart Sourcing matches you with quality talent in Reading to make your hiring faster and simpler.

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    148

    candidates

    Resume updated in last 6 months

  • Most popular skills

    Communication Skills8%
    Organisational Skills7%
    Leadership5%
  • Education level

    High school diploma or GED68%
    Vocational or technical training19%
    Bachelor's degree6%
  • Years of experience

    Less than a year26%
    1-2 years9%
    3-5 years4%
  • Current company

    self employed
    self-employed
    A&G resourcing
  • Time at current job

    Less than a year4%
    1-2 years8%
    2-5 years42%

Browse Indeed's database of 148 profiles for Painters in Reading

Last updated: 3 Sept 2026

Painter: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Reading: £50,148 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from £38,900£64,648 yearly

*Indeed data (GB)

  • Key Worker/Support Worker

    Reading

    Licenses & certifications

    Paediatric First Aid CertificationFirst AidFirst Aid CertificationASPAcrylic Nail Extension ServicePedicure+2 more

    Skills

    Driving LicenceCommunication SkillsOrganisational SkillsMicrosoft WordWord ProcessingMicrosoft Excel
  • Painting and Decorating

    Reading

    Licenses & certifications

    CSCSWriting SkillsFood HygieneForkliftCar up to 3.5 TonnesDriving+6 more

    Skills

    LeadershipCommunication SkillsOrganisational SkillsCustomer ServiceBilingualAdministrative Experience
  • Painter and Decorator

    Reading

    Licenses & certifications

    CSCSForkliftAbrasive Wheels CertificateCuttingCounterbalance Forklift Truck OperationTraffic Marshalling

    Skills

    Organisational SkillsCommunication SkillsDecision MakingComputer LiteracyComputer SkillsMobile Devices
  • Painter and Decorator

    Reading

    Licenses & certifications

    CSCSCategory C LicenceCar up to 3.5 TonnesRoad RollersDumper OperationDriving Licence+2 more

    Skills

    LeadershipCommunication SkillsOrganisational SkillsCustomer ServiceStockingAdministrative Experience
  • Painter & Decorator

    Reading

    Licenses & certifications

    ForkliftCar up to 3.5 TonnesDrivingDriving LicenceInterviewing

    Skills

    LeadershipVisual MerchandisingSupply ChainLogisticsForkliftInventory Control
  • Painter and Decorator

    Reading

    Licenses & certifications

    CSCSCSCS Skilled WorkerNVQConstruction ExperienceCSCS Labourer

    Skills

    MaintenanceMachiningSales

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What's the average time to fill a painter role?

The average time to fill a painter role is 69 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.

What skills do painters tend to have?

According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a painter include: communication skills, organisational skills and leadership.

What licenses or certifications are common for a painter?

Common licenses or certifications for painters include: CSCS, Driving Licence and Car up to 3 5 Tonnes.

What are some job titles related to painters?

According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to painters include: painter and decorator, ironing and key worker/support worker.

What level of education is common for a painter?

High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for a painter in Reading, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

How many years of experience is common for a painter?

Most painters have 16 years of professional experience.

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