Apprentice Furniture Frame Maker

Webs Training Ltd; Newton Aycliffe; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading furniture manufacturer is looking for an Apprentice Furniture Frame Maker in Newton Aycliffe. This apprenticeship offers comprehensive training in furniture making techniques, including assembly and operation of wood machines. Responsibilities include preparing furniture frames and working with various materials. Candidates should have effective communication skills and be detail-oriented. The role is full-time, Monday to Friday, and offers a salary of £10.20 - £12.41 per hour.

Qualifications

• GCSE maths and English at Grade C/4 or above desirable.
• Must be 18 or older due to working hours.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and assemble different furniture frames.
• Work with various hand and power tools.
• Perform cutting, sanding, prepping, and finishing tasks.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Detail-oriented approach

Strong presentation skills

Logical and creative thinking

Ability to work collaboratively

Ability to take initiative in complex situations

Education

GCSE or equivalent in English (Grade C/4)

GCSE or equivalent in Maths (Grade C/4)

Job description

Apprentice Furniture Frame Maker required for a leading furniture manufacturer. A great opportunity to join a growing company manufacturing sofas, chairs and beds. Learn how to produce and assemble furniture frames, set up and operate wood machines and make furniture items.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and assemble different furniture frames
• Work with various hand and power tools
• Perform cutting, sanding, prepping and finishing tasks
• Handle a wide range of different materials, such as hard wood and soft wood
• Cut materials precisely for applications using wood machines
• Maintain a clean workspace and manage general labour duties
• Organisational skills for managing tasks and inventory
• Manage and organise stock effectively
• Collaborate within a team environment
• Work independently, using initiative to solve challenges

Comprehensive Modern Furniture Making Training

During your Standard Level 2 Furniture Making Operative apprenticeship programme you will receive training both off and on the job. You will be trained at the employer within the workplace and also at WEBS Training in Nottingham on a block basis, for a week at a time every 10 weeks, cost covered by the employer.

You will learn the underpinning knowledge that runs alongside your practical elements of the training. WEBS Training aim to build on the skills you already have so you reach your full potential both personally and professionally.

Training will be provided in all areas of Furniture to ensure you can create practical furniture using both traditional and modern techniques and materials to produce aesthetically pleasing and fit for purpose products.

If you have already achieved GCSE maths and English at Grade 4/C or above or have equivalent qualification you will be exempt from undertaking Functional Skills, however English and maths support will be provided for all apprentices throughout the length of their programme.

Career Progression and Opportunities

This role offers opportunities to advance to a Level 3, along with increased responsibilities.

Desired Skills and Personal Qualities

• Effective communication skills
• Detail-oriented approach
• Strong presentation skills
• Logical and creative thinking
• Ability to work collaboratively
• Ability to take initiative in complex situations

Qualifications

• GCSE or equivalent in English (Grade C/4) - desirable
• GCSE or equivalent in Maths (Grade C/4) - desirable

About the Employer

Job details

Apprenticeship standard: Level 2 Furniture Making Operative

Apprenticeship length: 18 months

Address: Northfield Way, Newton Aycliffe DL5 6UF

Working Days: Monday - Friday

Working Hours: 07:50 – 17:00, with 30-minute lunch break plus two 15 minute breaks, one in the morning and one in the afternoon, 40 hours and 50 minutes per week

Note – due to Work Time Directive, we are only able to accept applications from those aged 18 and above because of the daily working hours

Salary: £10.20 - £12.41 per hour depending on age

Work Location: Workplace