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Threads of Dedication: Holly's Apprenticeship Story at UHS
Meet Holly, a Sewing Machinist Apprentice, who works in our Uniform room at UHS.
I am a sewing machinist apprentice; I work in the uniform room. My role is to process, alter and repair most of the uniforms and curtains in the hospital.
I started my apprenticeship about 20 months ago and have recently taken all of my exams and am waiting for my results. I have always been a sewing enthusiast and feel incredibly lucky to be able to sew for my job now!
I chose an apprenticeship as I needed to earn while learning, I felt it suited me and my work-life balance.
I was unaware that UHS did sewing apprenticeships so was looking for a sewing job with training locally before I found this role. I had been working in healthcare before I sewed professionally so I felt this was right and fit me well.
I feel the care and dedication are world-class at UHS.
My favourite benefit is to be part of a big team – NHS and training – being able to progress in your career.
I felt proud when I altered and fitted the new employee's uniforms and saw how professional and happy the employees looked. They were very grateful for the changes to their uniform as they fitted well allowing them to do their jobs and provide top-class care to our patients.
I have had great support and mentorship from my team in the uniform room. They have all been a great help to me, from answering endless questions to writing witness statements for my coursework, to showing me new tricks and tips for sewing. They have all been fab. Thanks, girls! Thank you, Julie!
