Trainee Upholsterer

Location: Halesfield

Job Type: Full-time, Temp to Perm

Hours: Monday to Friday, 07:30 - 16:15

Pay: £12.21 per hour, rising up to £14.00 per hour once fully trained

About the Role

We are recruiting a Trainee Upholsterer on behalf of our Halesfield-based client. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to start a long-term career in a skilled trade. You will receive full on-the-job training, learning all aspects of furniture upholstery on both modern and traditional pieces.

Under supervision, you will be trained in the complete upholstery process, from stripping and preparing frames to cutting fabrics and finishing high-quality furniture.

Key Responsibilities

• Learning upholstery techniques and processes
• Assisting with stripping furniture and preparing frames
• Supporting padding, webbing, and fabric fitting
• Using hand and power tools safely and correctly
• Maintaining a clean, tidy, and organised workspace
• Working to agreed quality standards and timeframes

What We're Looking For

• Good practical skills with strong attention to detail
• knowledge and interest in fabrics, design and furniture
• Willingness to learn and follow instructions
• Reliable, punctual, and hardworking
• Interest in hands-on work, craftsmanship, or skilled trades
• Ability to work well as part of a small team

What We Offer

• Full on-the-job training in furniture upholstery
• Long-term career opportunity in a skilled trade
• Supportive and friendly working environment
• Opportunity to develop specialist skills
• Competitive hourly rate with pay progression as skills develop

The Best Connection is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.