This course is for individuals employed in the fashion and textile industry where an item is being manufactured using hand and machine sewing skills. You need to enjoy working in a practical way and within a team, and be keen to train both at work and at College.

Topics include:

• Organisation and maintenance of an efficient workstation
• Operating specialist industrial sewing machines
• Adhering to health and safety rules and regulations
• Working with a variety of materials, threads and trimmings
• Using a variety of sewing production techniques and methods
• Producing sewn items that meet quality standards, targets and deadlines
• Interpreting and following instruction and technical specifications
• Monitoring and maintaining the work flow
• Routine machine maintenance

Most jobs combine a number of these aspects, but whichever job you choose to do, your Apprenticeship will be structured so that the training matches your job. You will work for your employer four days a week and train for one day a week either in-house or at College.

Apprentices can start thisprogramme at any time of year.

Click here to view the Institute for Apprenticeships & Technical Education Standard for this course.

Assessment Methods

The End Point Assessment will be made up of an interview/professional discussion, practical assessment and direct observations from an external agency. This will take place within your workplace.

You will be appointed an Assessor who will visit you in the workplace and assess your progress. Some of these visits will provide you with evidence that you can use towards your qualification. One day a week you will work on your college course work gaining the underpinning knowledge required. Assessment in Functional Skills in English and maths may apply.

Progression Options

On successful completion of the Apprenticeship you could move into full-time employment.