Salary
Competitive Salary + Company Pension + Cycle Scheme + Wellness Programme + Professional Development + Career Progression
Location
Leicester, LE5
Job Overview
We have several exciting opportunities for enthusiastic individuals to join our Leicester Site, where you will learn and develop highly sought-after skills in linking.
No previous linking experience is required, as full training is provided from day one. However, we are particularly interested in candidates with a background or interest in textiles, fashion, or knitwear.
At Barrie Knitwear, we take great pride in investing in our people through extensive in-house training. Our aim is to develop the next generation of skilled knitwear specialists, helping to preserve and pass on our valuable heritage handcraft skills.
To gain further insight into this unique craft, please watch our video:
https://youtu.be/VbpU59VdpV0?si=_1_Pc3zihZotB78l
These are fully paid positions from the start, with an initial intensive training period. Over time, you will develop your linking skills to a high level, enabling you to contribute directly to our production capacity and the creation of exceptional, high-quality garments.
Who is Barrie Knitwear?
Barrie Knitwear is a world-renowned fashion manufacturing business, recognised for combining exceptional technical expertise with traditional craftsmanship to create complex couture cashmere garments.
We supply to some of the biggest and most prestigious luxury fashion houses in the world, including our key partner and owner. This is an exciting period of growth and transformation for Barrie, as we continue to expand in a fast-moving and evolving luxury market.
Successful trainees will benefit from world-class training, mentoring, and ongoing support as you begin a long-term career within the knitwear industry.
What’s on offer?
- Full time positions with flexibility in start time
- 33 days’ flexible annual leave
- Employer pension contribution
- Life assurance
- Wellness and health coverage
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
Skills and Qualifications required
We would love to hear from you if you:
- Are enthusiastic, committed and eager to learn
- Have a strong eye for detail
- Enjoy working with your hands
- Have an interest in high-end fashion and craftsmanship
- Demonstrate focus, drive, and a strong work ethic
- Take pride in producing high-quality work
- Have a positive, can-do attitude and a desire to achieve
Hours per week
Flexible
Apply
Apply for the job by emailing your CV + covering letter to j.bertram@barrie.co.uk