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Knitter apprenticeships - where to start

You can get into this job through

  • a college course
  • applying directly


    • College

    You may be able to start by doing a course like: 

    • Level 1 Award in Fashion and Textiles 
    • Level 2 Certificate In Fashion 
    You'll need to check that knitting is included in the course content. Some colleges and adult learning centres offer hand or machine knitting craft courses for learners who have a general interest or knit as a hobby. There are no set Entry requirements for this route.

    Direct Application
    You could apply directly for jobs if you've got experience in creative crafts, sewing or textiles. Training is given on the job in many cases. 

    Knitter apprenticeships - what it takes

    Skills and knowledge

    You'll need: 

    • to be thorough and pay attention to detail 
    • persistence and determination 
    • the ability to work on your own 
    • patience and the ability to remain calm in stressful situations
    • the ability to work well with others 
    • the ability to work well with your hands
    • physical skills like movement, coordination, dexterity and grace 
    • observation and recording skills 
    • to be able to carry out basic tasks on a computer or hand-held device

    Knitter apprenticeships - what you'll do

    Day-to-day tasks

    In your day-to-day duties you may: 

    • read design patterns 
    • create knitting samples 
    • produce ‘made-to-order’ products by hand or on domestic machines 
    • use industrial knitters for production line work 
    • finish products by hand check quality
    Working environment
    You could work in a workshop, in a factory or from home.

    Career path and progression - Knitter apprenticeships

    With experience you could become a production supervisor, move into quality control or set up your own small business. You could also become a knitwear designer for a textiles company by completing a higher education qualification in fashion.

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    There are lots of benefits to apprenticeships, here are our top 5:

    • Paid Training
      Not only will your organisation (or the Government) pay for all of your training, but you’ll be paid to do it. That means you could actually get paid to get your degree and have no debt!
    • Range of career opportunities
      There are over 625 different apprenticeships to choose from, in a range of industries. Whether you’re interested in law, marketing, construction or engineering, you’ll find something up your street!
    • Earn & learn
      As an apprentice, the minimum you’ll earn is £6.20 an hour, but we’ve seen apprentices earn a starting salary of up to £30,000 a year! You could also get other employee benefits like gym memberships, paid holiday and sick pay.
    • Great career prospects
      Employers think apprentices are 15% more employable than those with other qualifications. In fact, many large employers train their graduates and apprentices together!
    • Learn on the job
      There’s only so much you can learn when you just do a qualification. As an apprentice, you’ll also get to learn on the job - whether that’s designing amazing graphics, chopping vegetables or building engines!

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