Apprentice Upholsterer

Getting In Limited; South Normanton; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Apprentice Upholsterer, where you will learn the art of upholstery in a supportive environment. This role offers hands-on training in crafting bespoke furniture, utilizing both traditional and contemporary techniques. You'll develop essential skills while working alongside a friendly team, ensuring high-quality standards in every project. With a focus on creativity and attention to detail, this apprenticeship is a fantastic opportunity to kickstart your career in a growing industry. If you're passionate about design and craftsmanship, this is the perfect role for you!

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths and English at Grade 4/C or above preferred.
• Exemption from Functional Skills for qualified candidates.

Responsibilities

• Learn to upholster bespoke furniture items like sofas and chairs.
• Use traditional and modern techniques in upholstery manufacturing.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Organisation skills

Problem solving skills

Presentation skills

Logical thinking

Creativity

Physical fitness

Education

GCSE in Maths and English

Job description

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, Apply From: 05/05/2025

Learning Provider

Delivered by WEBS TRAINING LIMITED

Employer

SITTING PRETTY BY PRIDE MOBI LITY LIMITED

Vacancy Description

• Learn how to upholster bespoke items of furniture, such as sofas, chairs, beds and footstools
• Learn upholstery techniques, which covers the use of traditional skills, combined with the latest techniques which are used in contemporary upholstery manufacturing
• Learn how to cut and pattern match fabric
• Learn a practical trade within a growing industry
• Become a valued member of a friendly upholstery team working in a modern manufacturers

Key Details

Vacancy Title

Apprentice Upholsterer

Employer Description

Here at Sitting Pretty by Pride Mobility Ltd we design and engineer the highest quality riser recliner chairs, motion furniture and beds in the UK.

Vacancy Location

Unit 2 Wincobank Way, South Normanton DE55 2FX

Wage Frequency

Custom

Number of Vacancies

1

Vacancy Reference Number

1000318140

Key Dates

Apply From

05/05/2025

Closing Date For Applications

2025-05-16 23:59:59

Interview Begin From

Possible Start Date

2025-06-02 00:00:00

Training

Training to be Provided

You will be required to attend WEBS Training on a block release basis which is for a week at a time every 10 weeks, based at WEBS Training in Beeston Nottingham.

As an upholsterer, you will be based in the workshop and provided with the tools and training required to fulfil the role. You will learn the underpinning knowledge that runs alongside your practical elements of the training. You will use a wide range of techniques whilst you complete a practical project in upholstery.

Training will be provided in all areas of upholstery to ensure you can complete tasks to an extremely high standard that meet quality control

You will learn and use traditional and modern techniques and materials to produce aesthetically pleasing furniture and carry out repairs and reupholstery of beds and other items.

If you have already achieved GCSE maths and English at Grade 4/C or above or have an 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.

Learning Provider

WEBS TRAINING LIMITED

Skills Required

Communication skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsProblem solving skillsPresentation skillsLogicalCreativePhysical fitness

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