Job Description

Company Overview:

With an uncompromising commitment both to British manufacturing and to our customers worldwide, Soane's mission is to

design and make enduring and life -enhancing furniture, lighting, fabrics, and wallpapers. By working with a network of the finest

craftspeople in Britain, we preserve traditional skills and nurture them for future generations.

As well as working with independent craft workshops across Britain, we have developed our own substantial in -house

manufacturing operations in Leicester and the South of England. We have thriving showrooms in London and New York where

our passionate and committed team champions exceptional British craftsmanship.

For more information, please visit www.soane.comandjoin our social media platforms Pinterest and Instagram

Purpose of the Position:

Soane Britain owns the only rattan weaving workshop in Britain. Located in Thurmaston, Leicester, the workshop makes bespoke, high quality furniture and lighting using timber, cane and rattan. Due to the demand for rattan furniture, we are now recruiting a trainee rattan weaver who is interested in starting a long-term career with us.

Due to the nature of the small team at Leicester the role will require a can-do attitude and the candidate must not be afraid to get stuck in with the task at hand, be enthusiastic and self-motivated. This role is suitable for someone with an eye for detail and the ability to achieve the excellent standards for which Soane Britain is well known.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Working closely with the Operations Manager and Senior Weavers you will be responsible for wrapping and weaving furniture and frames ready for finishing. After receiving full on the job training, you will be responsible for completing your work on time, to the allocated hours per job, to specification and to the highest quality. You will also assist in any ad hoc workshop tasks as necessary.

Qualifications for the Position:

A Diploma or other qualification in Carpentry & Joinery would be an advantage. An enthusiasm for furniture making, willingness to learn and develop new skills. Hard working and reliable with excellent attention to detail. Quality focused with good levels of concentration. Possessing a good work tempo and motivation. Takes a safety conscious approach to work with an understanding of the safe use of woodworking machinery, hand and air tools.
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 13.46 per hour

Benefits:

Additional leave Bereavement leave Company events Cycle to work scheme Employee discount Enhanced maternity leave Enhanced paternity leave Health & wellbeing programme Life insurance Paid volunteer time Private medical insurance Referral programme Sabbatical Sick pay
Ability to commute/relocate:

Leicester: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person