Trainee Ballet Pointe Shoe Laster
| Posting date: | 10 December 2025 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 09 January 2026 |
| Location: | LE9 7HS |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | The Suffolk Pointe Shoe Co. Ltd. |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | TraineeLast |
Summary
Ballet Pointe Shoe Laster – Full Training Provided
Location: Earl Shilton, Leicestershire LE9 7HS
Hours: 39 hours per week (permanent)
Pay: National Minimum/Living Wage (age 21+), with the opportunity to earn more through piece rate once fully trained
This is a rare opportunity to learn a highly skilled craft and develop a long-term career with excellent earning potential.
What We Offer
• Full training and support from experienced department heads
• Guaranteed permanent work with 39 hours per week
• High earning potential once you are fully trained and working on piece rate
• A chance to develop unique craftsmanship skills and be part of a team that produces world-class ballet pointe shoes
What You’ll Do
With full hands-on training, you’ll work towards producing 230 pairs of handmade pointe shoes each week, learning and mastering every stage of the process.
Your responsibilities will include:
• Learning each step of the lasting process with guidance and feedback
• Standing at your own workstation making 'outer shoes'
• Using hand tools such as hammers, scissors, pliers, and knives
• Working with nails, twine, and shoe lasts (foot forms)
• Reading and following order tickets accurately
• Meeting quality and production targets in a fast-paced team environment
What We’re Looking For
• Basic literacy and numeracy skills
• Excellent manual/practical skills
• Strong organisational ability
• Proactive and enthusiastic attitude
• Willingness to learn and develop
• Reliable attendance and a solid work ethic
Working Hours
• Monday – Thursday: 7:30 am – 4:30 pm
(includes 30-minute lunch + two 10-minute breaks)
• Friday: 7:30 am – 12:30 pm
(includes one 10-minute break)
Location: Earl Shilton, Leicestershire LE9 7HS
Hours: 39 hours per week (permanent)
Pay: National Minimum/Living Wage (age 21+), with the opportunity to earn more through piece rate once fully trained
This is a rare opportunity to learn a highly skilled craft and develop a long-term career with excellent earning potential.
What We Offer
• Full training and support from experienced department heads
• Guaranteed permanent work with 39 hours per week
• High earning potential once you are fully trained and working on piece rate
• A chance to develop unique craftsmanship skills and be part of a team that produces world-class ballet pointe shoes
What You’ll Do
With full hands-on training, you’ll work towards producing 230 pairs of handmade pointe shoes each week, learning and mastering every stage of the process.
Your responsibilities will include:
• Learning each step of the lasting process with guidance and feedback
• Standing at your own workstation making 'outer shoes'
• Using hand tools such as hammers, scissors, pliers, and knives
• Working with nails, twine, and shoe lasts (foot forms)
• Reading and following order tickets accurately
• Meeting quality and production targets in a fast-paced team environment
What We’re Looking For
• Basic literacy and numeracy skills
• Excellent manual/practical skills
• Strong organisational ability
• Proactive and enthusiastic attitude
• Willingness to learn and develop
• Reliable attendance and a solid work ethic
Working Hours
• Monday – Thursday: 7:30 am – 4:30 pm
(includes 30-minute lunch + two 10-minute breaks)
• Friday: 7:30 am – 12:30 pm
(includes one 10-minute break)