Apprentice Print / Embroidery Assistant DECOSTITCH LIMITED

Seeking an apprentice to bolster our production team! Dive into the dynamic worlds of print and embroidery, honing skills across both areas. Find your niche while gaining invaluable experience in a supportive environment tailored to your strengths.

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Closing date: 13 May 2024

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £13,312.00

    Wages explained

    Apprentices are paid for their normal working hours and training that's part of their apprenticeship (usually one day per week).

    Minimum Wage Rates

  • Working week

    Monday - Friday, 8hrs (8.30am-4.30pm) each day.

    Total hours per week: 40

  • Expected duration

    12 Months

  • Possible start date

    03 Jun 2024

  • Date posted

    19 Apr 2024

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000245958

  • Positions

    2 available

What you will do in your working day

The successful applicant will undertake the following duties:

  • Prepare garments and machinery for design application, whether it being embroidery or print, using industry specific computer systems and working methods
  • Update internal database on order progress (Google sheets / Excel)
  • Quality control work carried out
  • Fold and Package garments ready for collection
  • Liaise with other departments on stock location, timescales etc
  • Maintain machinery

The role will be very fast paced, with the key learning opportunities being in shadowing current employees.

There will be a degree of repetition to the role, where mental agility and focus will be very important.

The training you will be getting

  • Lean Manufacturing Operative Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard qualification:
  • Following enrolment, learners engage in a blended programme of training and support that will include self-directed learning, email and face-to-face support from their trainer/assessor, as well as a programme of training devised by the employer.
  • Functional Skills in English and Maths, if required.

What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship

The apprentice will gain experience of working in a team to meet deadlines and communicate clearly with the rest of the team on how the production is going and if we are on schedule. They will learn good time management and how to get the job done in a timely manner.

We want the apprentice to progress internally and grow with us as a business. As the business grows, we expect them to take on more responsibility and become a valued member of the DecoStitch Team.


Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Team working, Creative, Meticulous, Dextrous

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 4/C) Desired
GCSE or equivalent Mathematics (Grade 4/C) Desired
Other Graphic Design (Grade n/a) Desired

Things to consider

Four weeks (20 days) paid holiday and paid bank holidays. Plus an extra day off for their birthday. After an initial period, they will be provided with branded workwear clothing. This vacancy is being managed by SBC Training on behalf of this company.

About the employer

Specialists in supplying high quality embroidered and printed garments at competitive prices.

Employer

DECOSTITCH LIMITED

Address

Unit 5, Civic Park

Vanguard Way, Battlefield Enterprise Park

Shrewsbury

SY1 3TH

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Training

Training provider

SBC TRAINING LIMITED

Adjustments for experience

You could reduce your training time, or finish your apprenticeship faster, if you have relevant prior learning or experience. This could be relevant:

  • training
  • qualifications, like an NVQ in a relevant field
  • industry or sector experience

Contact

Colin Preece

colin.preece@sbc-training.co.uk

01743 454810

Apprenticeship standard

Lean manufacturing operative

Level 2 (GCSE)

Demonstrating experience

If your application is successful, you will have a chance to discuss your relevant prior learning or experience with your training provider and employer. You will all need to agree any adjustments to your training plan.

You should be prepared to show your competence, and evidence of relevant qualifications


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