3. Provide a summary of the services you offer. Below your job title and employment dates, write a description that explains the type of work you've done as a freelancer. If you've worked for multiple people, you're months past a startup period where you can focus on growing your business. You will be entitled to a start-up period if: you have not previously been self-employed at the time of submitting your application. 75. 20. The average hourly wage for a painter and decorator is 14.03. Hourly rate. 13 - 20. Total compensation. 28k - 33k. Based salary profiles last updated 2021