Workroom Assistant
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Position Overview & Specifications
Due to continued growth we are seeking a workroom assistant to join our growing team of soft furnishers at our workroom set in the beautiful Granary on the Berkeley Castle Estate.
The successful candidate will assist in daily tasks such as :
- Cutting and joining linings
- Working in the workshop to prepare tracks and pelmets
- General maintenance of the workroom
- Measure blind linings
- Ironing and packing finished products
- Assisting with dressing and hanging curtains
The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, able to jump from one task to another. We are looking for a fast learning team player, who is able to follow instructions and has strong attention to detail. No previous curtain making experience is necessary as full training will be provided.
An ambitious individual would be ideal as there is opportunity to grow within the team. We found in the past that people with a background in industries such as hospitality (front of house and kitchen) often thrive in our workroom and so we welcome applicants who believe they have transferable skills.
We work sociable hours and this role will be full time, Monday to Friday from 9 am till 5 pm. If shortlisted you will be invited for a 30-minute interview at our workroom.
We have a strong team ethos, and are proud to make beautiful soft furnishings for some of the country's finest homes. We are a value led company and in addition to competence and skills recruitment of all colleagues is driven by these beliefs and our wider culture.
- We love winning
- We are proud of what we do
- We look up, not down
- We are dependable
- We work together
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £10.42 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- Day shift
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus scheme
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Berkeley: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 09/06/2023
Reference ID: Workroom Assistant 0523
Expected start date: 19/06/2023
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Workroom Assistant roles across The Boys Who Sew Ltd's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £10 - £10 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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