Key information

  1. Reference: OCC0439F
  2. Date updated: 22/08/2022
  3. Level: 3
  4. Route: Creative and design
  5. Regulated occupation: No

Details of the occupational standard

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Occupation summary

Set within an industry steeped in centuries of tradition, the jewellery, silversmithing and allied trades industry supports the pursuit of excellence in their traditional craft skills whilst also embracing innovation and technology. The jeweller, silversmith an allied trades professional is a fundamental occupational role in the wider sector that contributes approximately £2 billion to the British economy. British made jewellery and silverware products have an international and iconic reputation and the continued success of the sector will depend on maintaining a skilled, well-trained workforce. ‘Jewellery, Silversmith and Allied Trades Professional’ is a broad description of someone who is engaged with the production of fine and detailed items that are made from precious metals and adorned with precious stones and other materials. Jewellery and silverware items may be in the form of silverware as a centre piece for a board room table, jewellery such as wedding and engagement rings and individually made items produced by a specialist designer. This standard reflects the 9 key functions that make up the wider jewellery manufacturing sector.

Typical job titles include:

Jeweller Silversmith Setter Polisher/finisher Engraver Enameller Mounter CAD/CAM operator Lapidary

KSBs

Knowledge

K1: Relevant H & S legislation related to their role and that of the wider workplace. Back to Duty

K2: The systems, processes and organisational procedures used to ensure compliance with H & S and other relevant legislation. Back to Duty

K3: The purpose and use of different hand tools and equipment. Back to Duty

K4: The maintenance of hand tools and equipment. Back to Duty

K5: How to purchase hand tools and equipment. Back to Duty

K6: The purpose and use of different powered plant and equipment. Back to Duty

K7: The maintenance of powered plant and equipment. Back to Duty

K8: How to purchase powered plant and equipment. Back to Duty

K9: How to read working drawings and specifications, including industry standard descriptions and symbols used to describe processes and finishes Back to Duty

K10: How to measure, interpret size and scale. Back to Duty

K11: How to communicate design requirements to colleagues and clients. Back to Duty

K12: The limitations of different design approaches. Back to Duty

K13: Where different materials used in manufacture are sourced from Back to Duty

K14: The organisational procedures to follow when obtaining materials Back to Duty

K15: The physical properties and limitations of different materials used and their relative financial value. Back to Duty

K16: Alternative materials that may be used/substituted. Back to Duty

K17: The importance of reducing waste and the methods used for managing it. Back to Duty

K18: The importance of working to tolerances against the original design/specification. Back to Duty

K19: The importance of self-reflection to assist with the development of skills. Back to Duty

K20: The industry specific terminology used to describe materials, processes and finishes Back to Duty

K21: The roles of differing team members within the organisation and an understanding of how their own work relies upon and impact on the work of others Back to Duty

K22: The different skill sets available within the organisation and those services that are outsourced to other individuals and organisations Back to Duty

K23: The organisational methods used to communicate with customers Back to Duty

K24: How customer requirements can be identified. Back to Duty

K25: How different techniques, processes and finishes can be communicated to customers. Back to Duty

K26: How work can be accurately priced. Back to Duty

K27: Where information regarding new and emerging techniques and materials can be sought. Back to Duty

K28: The organisational procedures which ensure the security of materials, work in progress, employees and the general public. Back to Duty

K71: How to measure dimensions accurately. Back to Duty

K72: How to transfer the design to the item and mark out. Back to Duty

K73: How to translate the design onto materials. Back to Duty

K74: How designs can be measured and marked out on materials and the different tools that can be used. Back to Duty

K75: The terminology used within working drawings in stone mounting activities. Back to Duty

K76: The properties of different materials used in the production of jewellery. Back to Duty

K77: The different melting points of non-ferrous metals and precious metals. Back to Duty

K78: The ductility and malleability of the metals used. Back to Duty

K79: The required level of metal surface finishing required prior to final polishing. Back to Duty

Skills

S1: Demonstrate the application of H & S, COSHH and other policies within the workplace. Back to Duty

S2: Demonstrate an understanding of workplace hazards and other areas of legislative non-compliance and how these can be addressed. Back to Duty

S3: Select and utilise tools and equipment to achieve the desired finish/outcome. Back to Duty

S4: Maintain the effectiveness of hand tools and rectify any defects should these arise. Back to Duty

S5: Purchase or order appropriate tools and equipment. Back to Duty

S6: Select and utilise the correct powered plant or equipment for the task to achieve the desired finish/outcome. Back to Duty

S7: Maintain the effectiveness of the powered plant and/or equipment; and rectify defects and damage. Back to Duty

S8: Translate designs into physical items from working drawings to a specification. Back to Duty

S9: Identify the material required to produce an item based upon a given specification. Back to Duty

S10: Communicate requirements of the design to colleagues using industry standard language. Back to Duty

S11: Select the correct quantity of material for the task as specified within the design and specification and in accordance with organisational procedures Back to Duty

S12: Identify alternative materials that could be substituted. Back to Duty

S13: Organise and implement the production process to minimise waste. Back to Duty

S14: Demonstrate a wider understanding of waste management within the workplace. Back to Duty

S15: Select and utilise tools to measure tolerances and accuracy throughout the production process. Back to Duty

S16: Implement actions to improve the finish/accuracy of the item. Back to Duty

S17: Communicate with colleagues and other individuals involved in the manufacturing process in a manner that is clear, indicates understanding of the desired outcome and which promotes teamwork. Back to Duty

S18: Communicate with the customer different options that may be possible to produce the item Back to Duty

S19: Translate customer requirements. Back to Duty

S20: Communicate the various techniques, processes and finishes related to the item(s) Back to Duty

S21: Follows procedures to promotes their own security and that of colleagues and the organisation. Back to Duty

S22: Takes action to recognise and mitigate risks Back to Duty

S54: Use dividers and calliper and measuring gauges for marking out. Back to Duty

S55: Use measuring devises to attain correct dimensions. Back to Duty

S56: Select and use appropriate measuring and marking equipment. Back to Duty

S57: Transfer the design and drawing requirements to metal. Back to Duty

S58: Mark out positions on material for cutting, shaping and drilling to the required specification. Back to Duty

S59: Cut and shape material to the specifications set out in the design. Back to Duty

S60: Select the correct metal and fineness to produce the required item. Back to Duty

S61: Task is completed without damage to the surface. Back to Duty

S62: Material is used economically, producing as little waste as possible. Back to Duty

S63: Achieve an acceptable surface level finish on precious metals. Back to Duty

S64: Ensure that the mount is adequately prepared for setting. Back to Duty

Behaviours

B1: Embrace and promote the values of the organisation Back to Duty

B2: Treat team, customers and other stakeholders with courtesy and respect Back to Duty

B3: Take ownership and responsibility for their role and working area, including other team members where appropriate Back to Duty

B4: Display loyalty, integrity and accountability to the organisation Back to Duty

B5: Commit to continuous development of self and team, including improvements to systems and processes Back to Duty

T Level in craft and design

Awarding organisation: Pearson

Qualification type: T Level Qualification level: 3 Qualification approved: 07/03/2024

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