Job holders in this unit group perform a variety of textiles and related craft occupations.

Tasks

  • Performs other tasks not elsewhere classified, for example, forms mounts for wigs, makes buttons, shapes hat brims, and staples seams of industrial gloves.
  • Shapes and steams fabric into hats or hoods and gives final shape to fibre helmets and felt hats.
  • Examines sketches and draws out patterns for the manufacture of garments and upholstery.
  • Fills and stuffs cushions, quilts, soft toys and furniture.
  • Marks out, cuts and sews corsets, light clothing and hoods and aprons and makes and repairs sails, boat covers and other canvas goods.

Typical Education Level

Level 2 NVQ; GCSE at grades A*-C

Will retirement created job openings

In the UK, 28% in this profession are aged 55 or above.* They will likely retire in the next 10 years, creating a demand for new workers

*This is based on national data

£19,769 Average wage

Average annual earnings

The current average wage for textile, garment or related trade is £19,769

284 positions

Current Employment

The number of jobs in the career for the current year is 284. Job counts include both employed and self-employed persons, and do not distinguish between full- and part-time jobs.

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Job Postings

Over the past year, jobs have been posted for textile, garment or related trade roles.

How well does it pay?

Normal pay for this occupation is £19,769 per year. That is about £1,647 per month or £10.14 per hour. New workers generally start on £9,375, while highly experienced workers can earn as much as £30,240

Is it growing or declining?

This career has remained the same over the last 2 years, and is expected to remain the same over the next 4 years. Currently, 284 people are employed in the region.

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