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Apprentice Upholsterer

Edison & Day LTD · Derby · posted 16 July 2026

Wage
£16,640 a year
Hours
40 hours a week
Duration
1 Year 4 Months
Level
Intermediate (Level 2)
Standard
Furniture manufacturer (level 2)
Starts
10 August 2026
Closing date
31 July 2026
Positions
1

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  • Learn how to upholster bespoke items of contemporary furniture
  • Learn upholstery techniques, which covers the use of traditional skills, combined with the latest techniques which are used in contemporary upholstery manufacturing
  • Lean how to sew upholstery components
  • Learn how to hand cut fabric
  • Learn how to pattern match fabric
  • Learn how to work with different materials such as leather and cottons
  • Learn a practical trade within a growing industry
  • Become a valued member of a friendly team working in a modern manufacturer

Your training

During your Standard Level 2 Modern Upholstery apprenticeship programme you will receive training both off and on the job. You will be trained at the employer within the workplace and at WEBS Training in Nottingham on a block basis for 4 days at a time every 10 weeks, transport and accommodation are paid for by the employer, but you must be able to stay away from home. 
You will learn the underpinning knowledge that runs alongside your practical elements of the training. WEBS Training aims to build on the skills you already have, so you reach your full potential both personally and professionally. 
Training will be provided in all areas of Modern Upholstery to ensure you can create practical and bespoke furniture using both traditional and modern techniques and materials to produce aesthetically pleasing and fit for purpose products. 

Where it leads

Level 3 Bespoke Upholstery.

About Edison & Day LTD

At Edison & Day, we manufacture and supply contract furniture and soft furnishings for care groups and commercial environments across the UK. Our service is built around speed, reliability and practical support, helping clients deliver consistent, high-quality spaces across individual homes, refurbishments, new builds and multi-site rollouts.

We combine UK manufacturing and hands-on account management to keep projects moving. From product selection and space planning through to delivery, installation and aftercare, our team works closely with clients to make the process simple, responsive and well controlled.

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsProblem solving skillsPresentation skillsLogicalTeam workingCreativePhysical fitness

Entry requirements

  • GCSE English (grade C/4) — desired
  • GCSE Math (grade C/4) — desired

Where you'll work

  • Unit 20, Eagle Park, Haslams Lane, Derby, DE21 4TS

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