Gloucester
Talent Link Recruitment is hiring on behalf of our client for an experienced Upholsterer to join a small, friendly workshop team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled Upholsterer with strong experience in high-quality furniture upholstery, particularly working with natural materials and producing excellent finishing standards. The role would suit someone who takes real pride in their craft, has a strong eye for detail, and can complete pieces from start to finish independently. You will be working as part of a supportive workshop team producing premium upholstered furniture and bespoke pieces to a high standard. The role will include: • Upholstering furniture from start to finish, • Working on chairs, sofas, footstools, headboards, cushions, and bespoke pieces, • Webbing, springing, padding, cutting, sewing, and finishing, • Working with natural upholstery materials, • Cutting fabric and carrying out pattern matching, • Working with high-quality fabrics, including velvet and mohair, • Covering standard furniture using existing patterns, • Working on bespoke pieces without pre-existing patterns or templates, • Maintaining excellent quality and attention to detail throughout each piece, • Recording work progress, timings, and following workshop procedures We are looking for an Upholsterer who: • Has strong hands-on upholstery experience, • Can complete upholstery pieces from start to finish independently, • Has experience working with natural materials, • Has excellent finishing skills and strong attention to detail, • Is confident with cutting, sewing, and fabric pattern matching, • Can work efficiently while maintaining a high-quality finish, • Works well as part of a small workshop team, • Has a positive attitude and is open to learning different workshop methods, • Can follow internal processes and communicate progress clearly Working hours: • Monday to Thursday: 7:30am – 4:30pm, • Friday: 7:30am – 1:30pm, • Full-time, permanent position, • Early finish every Friday Benefits: • Company pension, • On-site parking, • Sick pay, • Small, supportive workshop team, • Opportunity to work on high-quality furniture and bespoke projects As part of the recruitment process, shortlisted candidates may be invited to complete a paid practical trial to demonstrate their upholstery skills and finishing standard. This is a great opportunity for an experienced Upholsterer looking for a long-term role where craftsmanship, quality, and attention to detail are genuinely valued. If you are a skilled Upholsterer with experience in furniture upholstery and enjoy producing high-quality work from start to finish, we would be pleased to hear from you