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Dressmakers create made-to-measure clothing like dresses, trousers and blouses for their customers.
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You'll usually need some GCSEs, usually including English and maths, or equivalent, for a Level 2 apprenticeship. You'll need 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C), or equivalent, including English and maths, for a Level 3 apprenticeship.
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With experience you could take on a supervisory role, move into a related career like fashion or textile buying, or become self-employed. You could also work in costume production for theatre, TV and film.
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Furniture Finishing SpecialistAttica Studios is expanding, and were looking for a skilled Furniture Finishing Specialist to join our team in Partridge Green, Horsham, West Sussex, UK. The ideal candidate will be passionate about wood finishing, combining traditional and modern techniques to achieve our signature tones. We need someone with a strong understanding of woodworking and a keen eye for detail, who is dedicated to creating high-quality furniture.Key Responsibilities:Prepare, sand, and finish wood surfaces for bespoke and standard furniture pieces.Apply stains, hardwax oils, and paints for flawless finishes.Restore antique furniture using advanced techniques.Assist with quality control and workshop maintenance.Collaborate with the team to meet project deadlines.Requirements:Legal right to work in the UK.Proficiency in both traditional and modern wood finishing techniques, as well as furniture restoration.Proficiency with woodworking tools and machinery.Strong attention to detail and colour matching.Ability to multitask and manage deadlines.Commitment to safety and a clean workshop.About the Role:Full-time, 6-month contract (40 hoursweek), with potential for extension.Salary based on proficiency.Benefits: Free on-site parking, flexible schedule, potential performance bonuses.If you are passionate about exceptional finishes and craftsmanship and eager to grow with a supportive, positive, and dynamic team, please send your CV and cover letter to human.resourcesatticastudios.co.ukAbout Us: Attica Studios Ltd is a young and reputable furniture making and restoration company known for its craftsmanship, antique-inspired design, and commitment to quality. We blend charming antique elements with our signature wood tones to create distinctive, elegant pieces that celebrate nature and craftsmanship.
Apprentice Sewing machinist, working on different machines, learning all aspects of the role, there could also be some packing and folding as well as some inspection.Machines will include:- - Single lock stitch - Overlocker - Walking Foot MachineYou will be working in a small team, learning to work with various types of material, mainly cotton, polyesters. Supplying kitchen textiles products for the kitchen and home.
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