<!-- Introduction --><div class="feature-text"><h2> Your new role</h2><p><strong>About Us:</strong></p><p>It takes a whole lot of passion to be at the centre of what makes a house feel like home — and that’s just what we do at DFS.&nbsp;We’re the leading sofa retail specialist in the UK, helping people find a comfy seat on their great quality sofas since 1969.</p><p><strong>About the role:</strong></p><p>We are seeking a motivated and reliable Apprentice Wood Machinists to join our production team.&nbsp;This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a career in woodworking and manufacturing at DFS while learning from highly skilled and experienced machinists and gain a recognised qualification -Level 2 Wood machinery Standard STO976</p><p><strong>Here’s what we offer:The Highlights</strong></p><ul><li><p><strong>Competitive Pay &amp; Work-Life Balance</strong>: With an annual salary of £25,866 per annum and a reliable schedule and weekly pay while training&nbsp;</p></li><li><p><strong>Piece work after training&nbsp;</strong> - an average machinist is earning £16.90 per hour&nbsp; as an example&nbsp;</p></li><li><p><strong>Working Hours&nbsp;</strong>-39 hrs on average on a rotating two-shift pattern:</p></li></ul><p>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; <strong>&nbsp;Morning Shift&nbsp;</strong>- Monday to Thursday: 6.00am – 2:00pm , Friday: 6:00am – 1:00pm</p><p>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;<strong>&nbsp; Afternoon Shift&nbsp;</strong>Monday to Wednesday: 2:00pm–12:00am,Thursday: 2:00pm – 11pm (a 4 day week , and &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;a long weekend &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;</p><p><strong>There’s more…</strong></p><ul><li><p>Generous holiday allowance&nbsp;– the time you need to rest and relax and the longer you’re with us, the more time you’ll get.</p></li><li><p>Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave:&nbsp;to give you the time you need to settle in with your new family member.</p></li><li><p>Discounts: Get 30% off DFS and Sofology products for yourself, plus discounts for friends and family – and savings at big brands like Sainsbury’s, ASOS, and IKEA.</p></li><li><p>Wellbeing Perks:&nbsp;Access healthcare services, an Employee Assistance Programme, and discounted gym memberships.</p></li><li><p>Pension and Savings:&nbsp;Join our Group Pension and Sharesave schemes.</p></li><li><p>Life Assurance &amp; Sick Pay: Peace of mind with Life Assurance and Company Sick Pay.</p></li></ul><p><strong>What you'll be doing:</strong></p><ul><li><p>Learning to operate a variety of woodworking machinery safely and efficiently under supervision.</p></li><li><p>Assisting &nbsp;skilled machinists with the setup, operation, and maintenance of multiple wood-processing machines.</p></li><li><p>Following &nbsp;production schedules and quality standards to ensure products meet specifications.</p></li><li><p>Measuring, cutting, shaping, and preparing timber and wood-based materials.</p></li><li><p>Carry out routine machine checks and report any faults or maintenance requirements.</p></li><li><p>Maintaining &nbsp;a clean, organised, and safe working environment.</p></li><li><p>Adhering &nbsp;to all company health, safety, and quality procedures.</p></li><li><p>Participating &nbsp;fully in apprenticeship training and workplace learning activities.</p></li></ul><h3>Training &amp; Development</h3><ul><li><p>Completing a structured apprenticeship programme 15- 18 months &nbsp;delivered by Webbs Training in Nottingham (Day Release)&nbsp;</p></li><li><p>Receiving &nbsp;practical, hands-on training from experienced wood machinists across a range of woodworking machines and manufacturing processes.</p></li><li><p>Developing &nbsp;knowledge of machine setup, tooling, maintenance, technical drawings, quality standards, and safe working practices.</p></li><li><p>Working &nbsp;towards achieving the relevant apprenticeship qualification and industry-recognised certifications.</p></li></ul><p><strong>Our Commitment to Inclusion:</strong></p><p>We’re committed to a culture where everyone feels welcome, valued, and can thrive at work. We celebrate diverse voices, champion inclusion, and support each other through our growing colleague networks.&nbsp;We invest in partnerships that drive change, from &nbsp;introducing the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower and supporting Doncaster Pride, to partnering with Carers UK and developing leaders with Diversity in Retail.</p><p>We're proud to be an equal opportunities employer, committed to building a workplace that reflects the communities we serve. So, if your experience doesn't quite match the specification, we'd still really love to hear from you.</p><p>(All roles are subject to satisfactory DBS checks.)</p></div><!-- Apply Button --><a href="https://apply.dfsgroup.co.uk/members/?j=366&amp;lang=en&amp;" class="btn btn-apply apply_bottom">Apply<i class="fas fa-chevron-right"></i></a>