Trainee Dressmaker (part time)

Heritage Crafts; Swindon; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Dressability in Swindon is offering a Dressmaking Trainee position, providing structured, hands-on training from expert dressmakers to learn specialist alteration and adaptation techniques. You will work with adults and children with diverse needs, progressing to client work under supervision as you build confidence and skills.

No formal qualifications are required; passion for sewing and a caring approach are valued.

Qualifications

• Grounding in sewing with machine and hand sewing.
• Willingness to learn specialist alteration and adaptation techniques.
• Care and empathy when working with diverse clients.
• Licenced driver with own vehicle access.

Responsibilities

• You will receive structured, hands-on training from experienced dressmakers.
• As skills grow, you will transition to client work under supervision and gain certification on completion.

Skills

Sewing basics

Enthusiasm to develop sewing skills

Caring and empathetic demeanor

Valid driving licence

Job description

Dressability
Westmead Drive
Swindon
Wiltshire
SN5 7ER

Dressability is a local charity that helps people with disabilities, limited dexterity and long-term health conditions by adapting clothing to make it more comfortable, practical and accessible. They are looking for a Dressmaking Trainee to join their friendly team and learn the specialist skills needed to transform lives through sewing.

You’ll receive structured, hands-on training from experienced dressmakers, learning a wide range of specialist alteration and adaptation techniques. You’ll learn specialist skills, working with adults and children with a wide variety of needs. As your skills and confidence grow, you’ll transition to take on client work under supervision. On successful completion of the training programme, you’ll receive certification and progress into a Dressmaker role within the team.

• A good grounding in sewing both with a machine and by hand
• Enthusiasm and interest in developing your sewing skills
• A caring and empathetic manner
• A full driving licence and access to your own vehicle

Professional experience or qualifications are not required as this is a trainee position. If you’re passionate about sewing and want to build a career where your skills make a real difference every day, they would love to hear from you.