Leather Goods Apprenticeship
PRICE WESTERN LEATHER CO LTD
SOMERSET (TA24 5DX)
Closes in 13 days (Tuesday 28 July 2026 at 11:59pm)
Posted on 13 July 2026
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Summary
Price Western have been manufacturing leather and synthetic equipment for the Blue Light sector for over 50 years. The role will involve the development and production of various products using detailed specifications.
- Wage
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£15,808 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age
National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices
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Annual review 01 April.
- Training course
- Leather craftsperson (level 2)
- Hours
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Monday - Thursday 07:30-16:30. Friday 07:30-11:30.
38 hours a week
- Start date
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Tuesday 6 October 2026
- Duration
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1 year 3 months
- Positions available
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1
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
What you'll be doing:
- Use of cutting press
- Use of skiving machine
- Prepping leather
- Using CNC machine
- General fabrication
- Quality checking
- Carry out sewing tasks
- Stitching different leathers/materials
Where you'll work
PONSFORD RD
MINEHEAD
SOMERSET
TA24 5DX
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
UNIVERSITY CENTRE SOMERSET COLLEGE GROUP
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.
Training schedule
Requirements
Desirable qualifications
GCSE in:
- English (grade 4/C or above)
- Maths (grade 4/C or above)
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Creative
- Non judgemental
- Patience
- Physical fitness
About this employer
For more than 50 years, Price Western, based in Minehead Somerset has been dedicated to one simple mission: ensuring frontline professionals can rely on their equipment when it matters most. Proudly manufacturing in Britain, we combine traditional craftsmanship with practical operational insight to create premium duty equipment trusted by forces and organisations across the UK, and overseas. From holsters and belts to bespoke carrying solutions, every product is designed with the end user in mind and built to withstand the demands of frontline service. What sets us apart is our commitment to understanding the people behind the uniform. We work closely with our customers to develop solutions tailored to their operational needs, ensuring the right balance of performance, durability, comfort, and safety. Our products are built to last, but our purpose goes beyond manufacturing equipment. We help organisations demonstrate their commitment to the wellbeing of their people by providing equipment that supports them in carrying out their duties with confidence.
After this apprenticeship
Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).
Our business relies on its ability to develop solutions to our customer’s requirements, produce samples and begin production quickly. We anticipate this role developing to embrace a Team Leadership role or design/model making, project management and estimating as required.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
UNIVERSITY CENTRE SOMERSET COLLEGE GROUP
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000042326.
Apply now
Closes in 13 days (Tuesday 28 July 2026 at 11:59pm)