Upholstery Apprentice – Ref 14857

Apprenticeship:
Occupation:
Location:
Pontefract
Type of Business:
Furniture Manufacturer
Postcode:
WF8 1EE
Daily Hours and Breaks:
Monday-Thursday 7am-4:30pm, Friday 7am-11am, 30 minutes lunch, 2 x 15 min breaks (unpaid). 40 hours per week
Starting Salary:
£342 per week, pay reviewed every 6 months throughout the apprenticeship, with opportunities for increases based on performance and progress
Vacancy Reference No.:
14857

Company Bio

CFM is a leading UK based contract furniture manufacturer. We specialise in crafting high quality furniture for the care home sector. As part of our continued growth, we are excited to offer an Apprentice Upholsterer position to join our skilled upholstery team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to start a hands on career in furniture making.

Description

• No prior experience is necessary — full training will be provided.Key Responsibilities:
• Learn to upholster a wide variety of furniture items from frame to finish.
• Assist in preparing materials such as fabrics, foams, and frames.
• Use hand tools and power tools (e.g. staple guns, drills) safely and effectively.
• Support the team in maintaining high quality standards and meeting production deadlines.
• Maintain a clean and organised workspace.
• Follow all Health & Safety procedures and company policies.
• Take part in training sessions and shadow experienced upholsterers to build your skills

Requirements

• Willing to learn and grow within a hands-on, practical role.
• Genuinely interested in furniture and upholstery, with a passion for craftsmanship.
• Creative and hands-on, with a natural curiosity for how things are made.
• Detail-oriented, taking pride in producing high-quality, precise work.
• A good listener and communicator, able to follow instructions and ask questions when needed.
• Reliable and punctual, with a strong work ethic and positive attitude.
• A team player, who enjoys working collaboratively and supporting others.
• Physically capable, as the role involves manual handling and standing for extended periods.
• Open to feedback, with a desire to continuously improve and develop new skills.

Educational Requirements

• No Educational requirements

Additional Info

• Discretionary bonus paid twice annualy after completing one full finial year with the business.
• Upholstery bonus paid monthly if on target
• 20 days holiday + bank holidays
• Additional holidays for long service
• Free Parking
• Social Events
• Uniform
• Size of upholstery team - 8

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