Be comfortable thinking big

Starting your career with Dunelm opens a world of possibilities. Whether you’re diving into an apprenticeship, or stepping in as a graduate, Dunelm’s Virtual Work Experience programme is available now to help you make informed decisions about your future.

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What is Virtual Work Experience?

Interactive online learning

Virtual Work Experience provides an engaging platform for you to explore different industries and careers remotely.

Practical skills development

You can complete real-world tasks and projects designed with top employers, helping you gain practical insights and workplace skills.

Flexible and accessible

Programmes can be completed at your own pace and often include pre-recorded talks with industry professionals.
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Truly feeling at home

All of Dunelm's colleagues contribute to its caring, friendly and supportive atmosphere, simply by being their authentic selves. Dunelm hopes that if you join the company, you'll feel it too.

About Dunelm

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Grab yourself a seat

Dunelm is the UK’s number one choice for homewares because Dunelm makes home life lovelier for its customers. Join Dunelm and find the best seat in the house. The joy of truly feeling at home is not just for Dunelm's customers – it’s something you'll experience too. Dunelm is there to support you and encourage you to learn from one another, making Dunelm a place where everyone thrives.

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Grab yourself a seat

Long-term thinking

We're committed to putting our customers first. We think big, make decisions and innovate in ways that are guided by our purpose, making a positive difference to customers and colleagues beyond the here and now.

Act like owners

We enjoy taking the initiative, challenging and trying new things. But at the same time, we're responsible when it comes to making decisions, make best use of the resources we have and always take care of the things we create.

Keep listening and learning

We know that being curious and having a growth mindset is key to our continual learning. Being self-aware and adaptable means we can be our best selves more of the time and achieve things we never thought possible.

Stronger together

We value connection, inclusion, teamwork and clear communication. We engage everyone in our purpose, helping people feel at home and creating a sense of belonging.

Grab yourself a seat

Long-term thinking

Dunelm is committed to putting its customers first. Dunelm thinks big, makes decisions and innovates in ways that are guided by its purpose, making a positive difference to customers and colleagues beyond the here and now.

Act like owners

Dunelm enjoys taking the initiative, challenging and trying new things. But at the same time, Dunelm is responsible when it comes to making decisions, making the best use of the resources it has and always taking care of the things it creates.

Keep listening and learning

Dunelm knows that being curious and having a growth mindset is key to continual learning. Being self-aware and adaptable means that people at Dunelm can be their best selves more of the time and achieve things they never thought possible.

Stronger together

Dunelm values connection, inclusion, teamwork and clear communication. Dunelm engages everyone in its purpose, helping people feel at home and creating a sense of belonging.

A group of Dunelm workers standing together and smiling.
A Dunelm employee on the shop floor, smiling and a handheld computer.

An environment that brings out the best in you

Dunelm is there to help its customers and create the joy of feeling truly at home. Join Dunelm and you'll find that its the caring and inclusive culture makes this a place you'll feel right at home too.

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