Mulberry Leather Craftsperson Apprenticeship Scheme - 2025
Mulberry
Bridgwater (TA6 4GZ)
Closes on Friday 18 July 2025
Posted on 7 May 2025
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Summary
Mulberry is looking to recruit enthusiastic and committed apprentices with a desire to learn about this exciting industry! Apprentices will learn and understand the end-to-end process of how leather is produced and the manufacturing processes required to produce our luxury handbags whilst studying with Bridgwater College once a week.
- Wage
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£24,897.60 a year
- Training course
- Leather craftsperson (level 2)
- Hours
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Production work a 4 day week:
15-18 months
38 hours per week, Monday - Thursday (6:55 am - 4:50 pm). 5-minute paid morning break & 25-minute unpaid lunch break
38 hours a week
- Start date
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Monday 8 September 2025
- Duration
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1 year 3 months
- Positions available
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3
Work
Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.
What you'll do at work
- The scheme will provide opportunities to explore the wider business, creating an understanding of how the supply chain is connected to other departments at Mulberry
- Apprentices will also develop and refine their practical skills in areas like stitching, inking and cutting, to be able to construct a whole product from beginning to end!
- Upon successful completion of the 15 month programme, candidates will be awarded an industry recognised Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard as a Leather Craftsperson and will attend a graduation day at our London Head Office
Where you'll work
The Willows
Kings Road
Bridgwater
TA6 4GZ
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
College or training organisation
BRIDGWATER AND TAUNTON COLLEGE
Your training course
Leather craftsperson (level 2)
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What you'll learn
Course contents
- Comply with personal responsibilities under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and other safety legislation.
- Use equipment in accordance with safe operating procedures and manufacturers’ instructions.
- Dispose safely of waste and surplus materials.
- Identify the correct tools and equipment and use appropriately such as Moisture content testing meter, Thickness measurement gauge, Trimming knives & shears, Edge tools, Pricking iron, Skiving machine and Bench splitter.
- Carry out running maintenance within agreed schedules to ensure the efficiency of machinery, tools and equipment (i.e. settings and preparation of tools) to meet production expectations.
- Read and interpret data from specifications and appropriate work instructions.
- Follow instructions in order to meet customer and company requirements.
- Implement efficient and effective use of materials by closely following instructions and minimizing waste.
- Undertake processes to maintain consistent speed and quality requirements as outlined by the company.
- Communicate effectively with internal/external customers, colleagues and managers and work as part of a team.
- Effectively self-manage their time and work load to meet deadlines.
- Comply with personal responsibilities under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and other safety legislation.
- Use equipment in accordance with safe operating procedures and manufacturers’ instructions.
- Dispose safely of waste and surplus materials.
- Identify the correct tools and equipment and use appropriately such as Moisture content testing meter, Thickness measurement gauge, Trimming knives & shears, Edge tools, Pricking iron, Skiving machine and Bench splitter.
- Carry out running maintenance within agreed schedules to ensure the efficiency of machinery, tools and equipment (i.e. settings and preparation of tools) to meet production expectations.
- Read and interpret data from specifications and appropriate work instructions.
- Follow instructions in order to meet customer and company requirements.
- Implement efficient and effective use of materials by closely following instructions and minimizing waste.
- Undertake processes to maintain consistent speed and quality requirements as outlined by the company.
- Communicate effectively with internal/external customers, colleagues and managers and work as part of a team.
- Effectively self-manage their time and work load to meet deadlines.
Your training plan
Leather Craftsperson Level 2.
Apprentices will work in production on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday. Each Wednesday will be dedicated to self-study, training, and college lessons. College lessons are delivered on site at our Bridgwater factory - The Willows. Our production team operates on a four-day work week.
More training information
Our long-standing training provider is Bridgwater and Taunton College, we have been delivering the apprenticeship together since 2006.
Requirements
Desirable qualifications
GCSE in:
- English (grade D/3 or above)
- Maths (grade D/3 or above)
Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Team working
- Initiative
- Non judgemental
- Patience
Other requirements
We welcome applications from all backgrounds – no formal work experience is necessary! Although not essential, the ability to travel is beneficial.
About this company
Established in Somerset in 1971, Mulberry has grown to be the largest maker of luxury leather goods in the United Kingdom. With a contemporary take on British heritage and a focus on responsible craft, our ambition is to create progressive luxury, which is made to last. Sustainability has been part of the Mulberry ethos since the brand's inception, and in 2021 the Made to Last Manifesto detailed our commitment to becoming regenerative and circular across every aspect of our business. In 2024 we achieved B Corp Certification in recognition of our purpose driven approach to business. Today, we are a global brand, but our values remain the same; we are committed to improving our impact on people and the planet.
https://www.mulberry.com/gb/ (opens in new tab)
Company benefits
- Business Insight - See how our supply chain works! - Mentorship - Learn from experts with regular feedback - 2 x paid volunteering days - Product Allowance & staff discount - Birthday off! - and much more!
After this apprenticeship
A permanent Craftsperson role may be offered upon completion.
We will support apprentices to continue their learning and growth whilst working for Mulberry.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
Mulberry
Jennifer Reid
jen.reid@mulberry.com
01278357626
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000319108.
Apply now
Closes on Friday 18 July 2025
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Company’s application instructions
1. Apply Online. Complete the online application process and submit an up-to-date version of your CV. We will be in touch to let you know whether you are being brought forward to an interview. 2. Attend Assessment Centre. Candidates will be invited for interviews in July & August. Full details will be shared ahead of time. 3. Apprenticeship Start Date (September 2025)