Freelancer - 3D Digital Pattern Cutter - Womenswear
- Job ID
- Job ID 74296
- Team
- Team Product
- Location
- Location Leicester
- Contract Type
- Contract Type Temp
- Job Schedule
- Job Schedule Part time
- Salary
- Salary competitive
- Posting Date
- Posting Date 01/05/2026
- Apply Before
- Apply Before 14/05/2026
Summary
The Role
We are looking to recruit a Pattern Cutter to support our Pattern Cutting and Digital Creation Team within the Head Office Pattern Room.
This role will be based from our Head Office in Enderby, with ideally 2-3 days a week onsite.
What You'll Take On
- Assist the Pattern Cutting and Digital Creation Team with all aspects of digital pattern cutting.
- Utilize 3D software to create and manipulate digital patterns.
- Create accurate patterns from design packs and create 3D simulations for virtual fit.
What You'll Bring
- Proven experience with pattern software is essential.
- Familiarity with industry-standard programs such as Optitex, Style 3D, or Clo 3D is ideal, but all relevant 3D training will be given.
- Strong pattern cutting skills.
- Amending patterns for fit and styling to the needs of the designer/garment tech.
- Able to work within a team environment.
Please note, as this is a freelancer role, the standard Next benefits do not apply
Sponsorship:
Candidates wishing to apply who would require sponsorship for this role will be required to meet the Home Office sponsorship requirements. For further information please see: https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa.
We encourage early applications for our roles, as our recruitment process begins as soon as the role is advertised. If we successfully fill the position, this advert may close earlier than planned.
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Team Overview
This is where ideas become incredible collections. Designers, Buyers, Merchandisers, and Technologists collaborate to create products our customers love. You'll spot global trends, strategically balance our range plans and meticulously test quality so every season feels fresh, inspiring and exceptional.
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Our brands
You’ve probably heard of NEXT, but did you know about our portfolio? Every brand in our offering brings a distinct story, attitude and community. Spanning contemporary lifestyle brands, established high street names and timeless collections, together they showcase the vibrancy of today’s retail world.
About NEXT
| You know Next, but did you know we’re a FTSE-100 retail company employing over 35,000 people across the UK and Ireland. We’re the UK’s 2nd largest fashion retailer and for Kidswear we’re the market leader. At the last count we have over 500 stores, plus the Next Online and it’s now possible to buy on-line from over 70 countries around the world! So we’ve gone global! |



