We are excited to offer Skills Bootcamp in New Skills for Fashion Businesses, delivered by Fashion Enter Ltd (Fashion Technology Academy) at our Leicester city centre facility (Phoenix House). This government-funded initiative is designed to equip local individuals with practical, job-ready skills tailored to the needs of the fashion and textiles industry.
Skills Bootcamps are flexible courses lasting 4 weeks (72 hours). They give people the opportunity to build up sector-specific skills and fast-track to an interview with an employer.
Breakdown of what you will be taught
- How to thread an industrial sewing machine
- Learn different stitches and tensions
- Understand how to cut fabric from a pattern
- Learn about the different fabrics and how they are different in handling
- How to sew straight lines and corners
- How to make a garment from a pattern
- How to make simple soft furnishings
How you will be taught
- Practical learning combined with a written workbook
- Through demonstrations, discussions, workshop practice, one-to-one instruction, and guidance
- Your performance will be regularly assessed to maximise your learning experience
- Must be aged 19 or older on 31 August 2024.
- Must have the right to work in the UK.
- 3-year residency in the UK
- Living in Leicester/Leicestershire
- Fees: £3500 (Free for unemployed)
- Duration: 4 weeks (72 GLH)
Employer Partnership Benefits:
We are actively seeking employer partners who can benefit from this opportunity.
By partnering with us, you contribute to a stronger local talent pipeline and gain access to individuals trained specifically for your industry needs.
- Access to pre-trained, motivated candidates ready to join your workforce
- Zero recruitment costs – candidates complete training at no cost to you
- Guaranteed interview opportunity – help shape the future workforce
- Option to upskill your current employees through the programme
- Support with onboarding, CV prep, and soft skills to ensure job-readiness