Apprentice Sewing Machinist

2 weeks ago


Blackburn, Blackburn with Darwen, United Kingdom John Lewis Full time

At a glance
This role is based at our Herbert Parkinson Textile Factory in Darwen, Lancashire.

The starting salary for this role is £21,250 per annum and it is a permanent position.

About the role
Herbert Parkinson Sewing Machinists are specialists in the design and manufacture of soft furnishing products. You will complete a Level 2 Sewing Machinist Apprenticeship Programme with Blackburn College, over approximately 15 months.

There will be a mixture of on-the-job and off-the-job training, and when you have passed the apprenticeship, you will be able to machine-make curtains and blinds to the quality that John Lewis is known for.


This role requires someone who is motivated and proactive with an excellent eye for detail and someone who is a great team player.

As well as sewing, the role is varied and involves cutting and joining, working with the fabrics and moving around the department while achieving the department requirements on performance, efficiency and quality.


Essential skills you'll need

  • Excellent communication & listening skills
  • Demonstrates drive and enthusiasm
  • Willing to tackle difficult issues
  • Flexible, adaptable and works well under pressure
  • A great eye for detail

Benefits of the Partnership and the role

  • You will enjoy 25% discount at John Lewis and 20% in Waitrose
  • The Partnership has a competitive pension scheme where your contributions will be matched by the Partnership (up to 8% of pay)
  • Excellent work life balance, including focus on well being and flexible working and our marketing leading equal parenthood leave Policy

Next Steps
You'll be asked about any adjustments you might need to support the recruitment process. Let us know, and we'll be sure to discuss it with you.

Thanks for your patience in the meantime and for showing an interest in joining JLP.

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