Advanced Upholsterer Level 3 Apprentice within Manufacturing

Apprenticeship Standard: Level 3

Duration: 4 years

Start Date: September 2026

Starting Salary: £22,662

Location: Pyms Lane, Crewe, CW1 3PL – Onsite

Training Provider Entry Requirements: See ‘What we’re looking for’ section

Apprenticeship Programme:        

As one of our Bentley apprentices, you will combine practical experience with classroom learning to complete an advanced upholster level 3 apprenticeship. You will play a significant part in our business as we continue on this exciting journey to deliver extraordinary customer journeys. Based out of our state-of-the-art headquarters in Crewe, you will:

• Work with experts who will support your professional and personal development
• Be welcomed into our Early Careers Network
• Spend 20% of your time learning with an external training provider and 80% of your time gaining hands on experience
• Opportunity to have placements and further rotations around the business
• Have the opportunity to take part in community-focussed initiatives, Social Committees and Bentley’s Inclusivity Networks

About the role:

As an upholstery apprentice at Bentley, your role will be to work as a team to produce our renowned and luxurious interiors for our vehicles This is a hands-on, craft-focused role, producing high-quality components that reflect Bentley’s heritage, precision, and customer individuality. You will work to clear process instructions and defined process times, delivering exceptional quality across a wide range of customer specifications.

Your key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Learn how to sew interior parts using different sewing machines and simple hand‑stitching techniques.
• Learn how to trim different Interior components utilising different tools, techniques and materials
• Follow clear instructions to make high‑quality pieces that look neat and meet Bentley’s luxury standards.
• Work carefully with different fabrics and stitch styles, making sure every piece is accurate and consistent.
• Help create personalised interior details, such as patterns, stitching styles, and embroidered designs.

About the Department:

The Vehicle Interior department is one of the largest parts of Manufacturing at Bentley, with over 500 colleagues crafting the luxury interior components our customers expect. It sits alongside other Production functions and plays a key role in bringing Bentley’s famous craftsmanship and sustainability ambitions to life. The department is made up of expert craftspeople, undertaking the traditional skills and modern techniques needed to create Bentley’s luxury interiors.

What We Are Looking For:

Training Provider Entry Requirements:

Huddersfield Textile Training Limited:

• GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths at grade 4/C or above
• Relevant experience in sewing, furniture making, or related crafts may also be considered
• A passion for hands-on work and attention to detail
• Commitment to completing an 18 month, Level 2 Sew Apprenticeship + 24 month Level 3 apprenticeship
• Employer support for practical on-the-job learning

For more information on the Apprenticeship Standard please click here.

Skill Requirements:

The successful candidate will:

• Good attention to detail
• Can work as part of a team and individually where required
• Willingness to learn
• Hands‑on, practical mindset
• Problem solving skills

What We Offer:

As an Apprentice you will have access to the following benefits:

• A salary of £22,662
• Flexible working hours
• Hybrid working options
• Optional car lease scheme with access to VW group cars (VW, Seat, Skoda, Audi)  
• Support from our Early Careers team and 121 manager mentorship
• 35 days’ holiday inclusive of bank holidays
• 10% pension contribution with life assurance benefits

Right To Work:

To be eligible for an Early Careers programme you must have a legal right to work in the UK for the duration of the apprenticeship scheme. We welcome students who have Settled Status. We are unable to offer sponsorship for our Early Careers positions.

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Motivated to be the most diverse, inclusive luxury car company, we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all individuals are respected, valued, and empowered.  We firmly believe in equal opportunities for all, helping all colleagues thrive as their authentic selves and reach their highest potential. We believe that everyone, regardless of their background or beliefs, belongs at Bentley. Everyone is entitled to respect and dignity, and we positively celebrate the differences between people.

Working at Bentley

To learn more about what life is like working at Bentley, and our assessment process view our Candidate Pack here.

Applications are open to everyone, from school or college leavers to those looking for a change of career, subject to entry requirements above. Please note if you are applying based off predicted grades, your offer will be conditional to obtaining the Training Provider entry requirements.

The closing date is the 20th February

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To find out more about life at Bentley view our Apprenticeship candidate pack here