CAREERS WITH DAVONPORT

Make something
to be proud of.

Behind every Davonport kitchen are people who care about what they make. The grain of the timber, the fit of a joint, the final finish—each detail matters.

If you share that care, we would like to hear from you.

A Davonport craftsman examining timber at his workbench
Preparing Davonport furniture in the Colchester workshop

MADE HERE. TOGETHER.

A place for
people who care.

Our kitchens and furniture are made in our Colchester workshops. Skilled hands, thoughtful design and close attention to the material shape every piece.

Whether you are beginning your career or bringing years of experience, a pride in your work and a willingness to learn matter here.

JOIN OUR TEAM

Our current
opportunities.

Open a role to read the full details and find out how to apply. Everything you need is here on this page.

COLCHESTER WORKSHOP · PERMANENT

Improver Bench Joiner

Build on your Level 3 qualification or apprenticeship and develop your joinery skills in our workshop.

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A permanent workshop role for someone who has recently completed a Level 3 course in Furniture Making or Joinery, or a relevant apprenticeship. Put your new skills into practice as part of the Davonport team.

What you will bring

  • A recently completed Level 3 course in Furniture Making or Joinery, or a relevant apprenticeship.
  • A basic understanding of joinery and the ability to interpret technical drawings and cutting lists.
  • A willingness to learn and adapt to a busy workshop.
  • Punctuality, attention to detail and a collaborative approach to meeting team deadlines.

The details

  • Contract: Permanent.
  • Salary: Negotiable, reflecting your recent qualification and potential.
  • Overtime: Opportunities available at increased pay rates.
  • Location: Davonport workshop, Peartree Road, Colchester, CO3 0LQ.
  • Hours: Monday–Thursday, 7am–4.30pm; Friday, 7am–3.15pm, excluding bank holidays.
  • Reporting to: Workshop Manager.

How to apply

Email your CV and a covering letter to careers@davonport.co.uk, with the role title in the subject line.

Apply by email  

For more information, contact us on 01206 764401.

COLCHESTER WORKSHOP

Furniture Finishing Assistant

Help prepare our handmade furniture for the hand painting department, with a careful eye for the final detail.

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Support the Workshop Team with the final preparation of Davonport furniture, ready for it to be passed to our hand painting department. Your attention to the small details will help every piece reach the finish it deserves.

What you will bring

  • Strong attention to detail.
  • Experience in a workshop environment is preferred, but is not essential.

The details

  • Location: Davonport workshop, Peartree Road, Colchester, CO3 0LQ.
  • Hours: Monday–Thursday, 7am–4.30pm; Friday, 7am–3.15pm, excluding bank holidays.
  • Reporting to: Workshop Manager.

How to apply

Email your CV and a covering letter to careers@davonport.co.uk, with the role title in the subject line.

Apply by email  

For more information, contact us on 01206 764401.

THE RIGHT PEOPLE MATTER

A different skill.
The same care.

We are always happy to hear from talented kitchen designers, craftspeople and installers, even when there is no advertised role that fits. Tell us about your experience and what you could bring to Davonport.

Send your CV and a covering letter to careers@davonport.co.uk.

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