Designer - Ladies Nightwear - 21.75 Hours Per Week / 6 Month Fixed Term Contract
Possible
Sponsorship likelihood
This job is eligible only on a shortage list
Not disclosed
Salary
Not disclosed by employer
£41,700
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 3422 (90% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £41,700, and Tesco is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
New graduate or PhD holder? Pick one of the lower rates.
What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
3422 Clothing, fashion and accessories designers Most likely code | £33,400 | £41,700 | £41,700 | £41,700 |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
As the Senior Assistant Designer reporting to the Lead Design Manager, you'll help shape the creative direction of the department, bringing strong experience in Nightwear or Ladieswear, a commercial mindset, and a keen eye for trend and detail. You'll confidently present ideas, influence stakeholders, and collaborate with internal teams and external partners to deliver commercially successful, trend-led product.
This is an exciting opportunity for a creative, proactive, and adaptable designer who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative fashion environment.
• Identify and translate key trends into commercially successful nightwear designs.
• Set the graphics direction for each range, working closely with Graphic Designers to develop compelling prints and artworks.
• Collaborate with the Lead Design Manager, Assistant Designer, Buyer, Merchandising, and Technical teams to ensure ranges are balanced and commercially viable.
• Create accurate technical briefs and manage the sample process to ensure ‘first sample, right sample’ standards.
• Analyse sales performance to inform future design direction and identify opportunities.
• Own the design critical path, supporting trend, development, and production timelines to meet key deadlines.
• Present seasonal concepts and strategies to stakeholders with confidence and clarity.
You will need
• Availability to work Tuesdays to Thursdays, with at least two days in the Welwyn Garden City office.
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop; PowerPoint and CLO 3D experience is a bonus.
• Strong understanding of garment construction, fabrics, and print techniques.
• Ability to create detailed technical briefs and communicate design intent clearly.
• A collaborative mindset with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience in mentoring and developing junior team members.
• Exceptional organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven experience in designing Ladies Nightwear or ladieswear trend product for the UK market (jersey or woven background).
• Strong commercial awareness and a passion for innovation and trend research.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver innovative, high-performing designs to tight deadlines.
Whats in it for you?
- Annual bonus scheme of up to 20% of base salary.
- Holiday starting at 25 days plus a personal day (plus Bank holidays).
- Private medical insurance.
- 26 weeks maternity and adoption leave (12 months service required at the qualifying date) at full pay, followed by 13 weeks of Statutory Maternity Pay or Statutory Adoption Pay, we also offer 6 weeks fully paid paternity leave.
- Free 24/7 virtual GP service, Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for you and your family, free access to a range of experts to support your mental wellbeing.
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About Us
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At Tesco, we champion a balance that lets you thrive both in and out of work. Spend 60% of your week collaborating with colleagues at our office locations or local sites and the rest remotely. Whether you're just kicking off your career, juggling passions, or navigating big life events, we're here to support you. We always welcome a conversation about flexible working, so talk to us throughout your application about how we can support.
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Where this offer sits in the market
Clothing, fashion and accessories designers (SOC 3422) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay- Median £37,232
- Going rate £41,700
- Threshold £41,700
- New entrant £33,400–37,530
ONS publishes no quartiles for this occupation, so the shaded band is a rough guide.
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. Tesco holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 3422 going rate of £41,700. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.