Designer - Newborn - Sourcing

Designer - Newborn - Next Sourcing - 12 Months Fixed Term Contract

Job
Team Product
Location Leicester
Contract Type Fixed Term Contract
Job Schedule Full time
Salary Up to £45,000
Posting Date 20/02/2026
Apply Before 06/03/2026

Please note, applications without a portfolio will not be considered. Based at Head Office in Enderby, Leicestershire. Working Pattern:
Typically 5 days a week onsite with core flexible hours between 8am to 6pm.

We are looking for a trend driven experienced Newborn Designer, looking to push our Newborn designs, working for our in‑house global supplier – Next Sourcing. Portfolios must be added to the application in order to be considered.

• Design all Newborn for Next Sourcing, with a focus on high‑quality, trend‑led basics.
• Respond quickly to briefs, producing fast‑turnaround designs as needed.
• Research trends and translate them into elevated, customer‑relevant products.
• Work within price point guidelines while maintaining quality and style.
• Collaborate with buyers, sourcing teams, and suppliers to deliver on time and to specifications.
• Support project‑based collections as well as core line development.

• Experience & knowledge in Photoshop and Illustrator is essential for this role.
• Having strong teamwork and people skills is a must as well as experience working with factories and different brands/retailers would be an advantage.
• Must have experience of working for a similar sized Retailer or Supplier background.
• Must have Childrenswear Design experience.
• Creative and passionate about fashion and new opportunities.

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:

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.

• 25% off most NEXT, MADE, Lipsy, Gap and Victoria's Secret products (when purchased through NEXT)
• Company performance based bonus
• On‑site Nursery available; OFSTED outstanding in all areas
• 10% off most partner brands & up to 15% off Branded Beauty
• Early VIP access to sale stock
• Access to fantastic discounts at our Staff Shops
• Restaurants with great food at amazing prices
• Access a digital GP and other free health and wellbeing services
• Free on‑site parking
• Financial Wellbeing – Save, track and enhance your financial wellbeing
• Apprenticeship – Grow and develop on the job whilst gaining a qualification
• Direct to Work – Discount online and instore, collect your items the next day for free from your place of work or local store
• Support Networks – Access to Network Groups to empower and celebrate each other
• Wellhub – Discounted flexible monthly gym memberships, with apps, PT sessions and more

Conditions apply to all benefits. These benefits are discretionary and subject to change.

We aim to support all candidates during the application process and are happy to provide workplace adjustments when necessary. Should you need support with your application due to a disability or long‑term condition, feel free to get in touch with us by email  (please include 'Workplace Adjustments' in the subject line), or call us on  and leave a voicemail.

Show us what you can do. Submit your application online and our recruitment team will take a first look at your experience and strengths.

We will get in touch for an initial conversation by phone or video to learn more about you and share what the team is looking for.

If you are invited to an interview, you may be asked to present an interview task or portfolio and talk through your experience in a competency based interview. It is also your chance to ask questions and get to know us.

If it’s the right match, our recruitment team will be in touch with a job offer and next steps. This is where your journey with NEXT begins.

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.