Apprentice Modern Upholsterer

Description of what the apprentice will do in their role:

Apprentice upholsterer required for a leading furnishing manufacturer. A great opportunity to join a growing company manufacturing contemporary furniture. Do you want to Learn how to produce bespoke upholstered furniture and become a skilled trades person. Then apply for this apprenticeship.

• Learn how to upholster bespoke items of contemporary furniture

• Learn upholstery techniques, which covers the use of traditional skills, combined with the latest techniques which are used in contemporary upholstery manufacturing

• Learn a practical trade within a growing industry

• Become a valued member of a friendly upholstery team working in a modern manufacturer

Description about the apprenticeship standard training they will receive:

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 a upholsterer you will be based in the workshop and provided with 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 re-upholstery 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.

Career Progression Opportunities:

Possible progression to Advanced Upholsterer Level 3

Developed responsibility within the company

Desired skills and personal qualities:

• Team player


• Practical and hands-on skills


• Adaptable


• Physically fit

Qualifications:

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













• GCSE or equivalent Math (Grade C/4) desirable

About the Employer:

We take pride in crafting more than just visually appealing furniture; we design intelligent and practical solutions that seamlessly integrate into everyday environments, be it an office, university, break room, or reception area. Our motivation stems from the concept of turning good spaces into great experiences and putting a smile on our clients faces with smart and sometimes unexpected functionalities.

https://oceefour.co.uk/about-us/

Pay: 

£7.55 per hour

Schedule:

• Day shift













• Monday to Friday 6:30am - 3pm

Work Location: Workplace