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  • Home Delivery Driver (Inside M25)

    About the role

    Pay: £13.35 – £14.56 Per Hour 

    Availability Window

    Days

    From time To time

    Sun 18:00:00

    23:00:00

    Tue 19:00:00

    23:00:00

    Fri 18:00:00

    22:00:00

    Sat 18:00:00

    23:00:00

    Our Customer Delivery Driver rate of pay starts from £13.35 an hour; this increases to £14.56 for stores inside the M25. Additional payments may also apply depending on location.

    It’s our policy to offer new colleagues joining us a minimum of 16 guaranteed hours each week, but if you’d like to work fewer hours (to a minimum of 12) we have opportunities for this too and would still love to hear from you.

    The table shows the periods of time in the week we’d like you to be available to work – the availability windows. We will schedule your contracted hours within these times, and you’ll have 3 weeks’ notice of exactly when your shifts will be. We are happy to support flexibility for our colleagues, therefore if the times you are available to work match closely but not exactly to the times we are advertising, we’d still love to hear from you. Click here to read more.

    Customers are at the heart of everything we do.

    As the face of Tesco out on the road, we deliver all the way from Lands’ End to John O’Groats. Our Customer Delivery Drivers get the opportunity to meet and talk to different customers in their homes every day. That’s why this role is about much more than just driving: it’s about helping others and delivering great service, with a smile.

    Its hands on, physical and full of variety. No two shifts are ever the same and our customer’s look for help in all kinds of different ways. For most of the day you’ll feel like your own boss, delivering to your customers but there is always a team of Managers and colleagues back at base ready to support you when you need them.

    So whether you are looking for flexibility to suit your current lifestyle, job stability or an opportunity to change career direction everyone is welcome at Tesco.You will be responsible for


    Delivering your part of our customer shopping trip by:

    • I ensure the van and trays I use are clean and kept tidy/organized.
    • Leaving the back yard clean, tidy and clear of rubbish, and picking up litter as I see it.
    • Ensuring trays are washed as part of the tray wash process.
    • Loading the van as required, checking the van for roadworthiness.
    • Talking to the customer about any changes to their order, including short code item and substitutions, offering a refund for anything they are unhappy with.
    • Taking care of products/deliveries as if they were my own.
    • Explaining to the customer that they will not be charged any more for their substitutions.
    • Delivering during the customers time slot.
    • Calling the customer before arriving at their property if early.
    • Calling the store/centre if running 30 or more minutes late.

    You will need

    • Build relationships with colleagues to create team spirit, working together to make sure our store is the best it can be for customers.
    • Warm and welcoming in interactions with customers and colleagues, taking time to understand the customer and say “Thank you.”
    • Acting quickly to respond to the changing needs of our customers and embracing change within my store.
    • Energetic and driven to deliver beyond expectations, integrating home and work to achieve a balance that is right for me.
    • Sharing ideas with my Manager and other colleagues on how we can improve our store for customers.
    • A valid UK/EU/EEA Driving licence (Full or Automatic only) for at least 12 months with no more than 3 penalty points.

    Whats in it for you?

    • Holiday starting at 20 days plus a personal day rising to 22 days after 12 months (plus Bank holidays)
    • Request flexible working from day one
    • Get 10% off and 15% at pay day weekends – save up to £2,000 a year with your Colleague Clubcard with an additional card to share with family outside your home
    • Access to free wellbeing services with a range of resources to support your mind, body, and life
    • Life cover of five times your pay and an award-winning pension with matching contributions up to 7.5%
    • Benefits to suit you, choose what you use – from discounts and shares to cycle to work schemes
    • Uniform provided and policies to support you for all of life’s moments, big and small

  • Home Delivery Driver

    Home Delivery Driver

    Rate: £13.95 per hour
    Hours: Part time, 22.5 hours per week
    Contract type: Permanent
    Business area: Retail

    Working in our stores:

    Our stores are fast-paced environments where no two days are ever the same and food is our passion. They are at the heart of the local community providing outstanding value, unbeatable quality and great service. As one of our Home Delivery Drivers, you’ll be the special ingredient that delivers everything our online customers shopped at Sainsbury’s for.

    Eligibility:

    • You must be over 18 and have held a full UK/EU driving licence for at least 12 months with no more than 6 points on it
    • You will complete an online driving risk assessment as part of your interview and, if you’re successful, there’ll be a driving assessment when you join us
    • You must have Right to Work eligibility in the UK

    What you’ll be doing:

    • Driving a 3.5 tonne van to deliver groceries to our customers doorsteps, on-time and in a great condition
    • Completing checks to ensure the van is organised, clean and roadworthy, and that delivery cases are secure before getting out onto the road to drive safely in a variety of locations and conditions
    • Serve our customers brilliantly, supporting with any questions and substitutions, and keeping them aware of any delays
    • Build great knowledge about our products, services and promotions to help provide recommendations
    • When not out making deliveries, you will be helping across the store as needed

    What makes a great Sainsbury’s Colleague:

    • Friendly and welcoming with a genuine enthusiasm for helping customers and to provide the best doorstep experience
    • Proficient driving a large vehicle in different locations, from busy residential streets to narrow country lanes, and delivering to a variety of residential properties
    • Happy working in a fast-paced, physical and high energy environment, using initiative to solve problems – often on your own but also thrive in being part of a team
    • Always ready to work flexibly and productively to a high standard across the store when needed – you’ll be fully trained in a variety of skills, so you have opportunities to learn, develop and try new things
    • Comfortable in learning to use new digital tools and technology to do your job brilliantly, and moving shopping containers up to 15KG

    Working for us has great rewards:

    We truly value our colleagues and provide market-leading benefits and training to reflect that:

    • Discount card – 10% off at Sainsbury’s, Argos, Tu, and Habitat after four weeks, increasing to 15% discount at Sainsbury’s every Friday and Saturday, and 15% off at Argos every pay day
    • Free food and hot drinks – provided for Colleagues in all our stores
    • Generous holiday entitlement – based on the hours you work, plus maternity and paternity leave
    • Pension – we’ll match between 4-7.5% of your pension contributions
    • Sainsbury’s share schemes – buy Sainsbury’s shares at discounted prices
    • Shopping discounts – special offers on gym memberships, restaurants, holidays, retail vouchers and more
    • Wellbeing support – including free access to our Employee Assistance Programme which is a confidential service providing support and guidance on a wide range of issues

  • Customer Delivery Driver

    Job Title: Customer Delivery Driver
    Employment Type: Part time

    Contract Type: Permanent
    Shift Pattern: Work Shift: Days
    Hours per Week: 15

    Pay Rate: £12.21

    Category: Retail Hourly Colleagues, Sales Staff

    Closing Date: 26 June 2025

    About the Role

    Our operation runs 24 hours per day, 7 days per week and with that brings a wide variety of shift patterns. If you’re looking for flexible working to fit around your lifestyle, then look no further! We’ll work with you on your shifts, but late and weekend working is a requirement of our roles, and we may need to be flexible with your work pattern.

    Our Customer Delivery Drivers love their fast paced, varied role where no two days are the same. They thrive on making our customers happy every day by delivering our products right to their front door.

    When you’re not on the road, you’ll make sure your van is clean and fit for the next delivery (don’t worry, you don’t need to be an expert mechanic – we’ll give you all the training you need) and when we are really busy, you’ll be asked to help your team, picking and packing online orders.

    About You

    When you are on the road, you will need to be organised and as you we will expect you to be an excellent ambassador for the Asda brand.

    With that in mind, the personal qualities you bring to the role will be every bit as important as your skills and attitude. Friendly and approachable, you’ll be the kind of person who’ll put our customers first and do whatever it takes to deliver the best home shopping experience it can be.

    Asda, that’s more like it

    Apply today by completing an online application…

    Everything you’ll love

    Alongside a competitive salary, you’ll get lots of other great benefits too, including:

    • Colleague discount: 15% off your shopping at Asda from day 1 for you and a nominated user
    • Discounted rates and special offers on Asda services such as Mobile, Pharmacy, Opticians, Personal Loan, Pet Insurance, Travel Insurance, Travel Money, Tyres, Breakdown Cover
    • Wagestream: access to flexible pay, income tracker, financial coaching, exclusive savings account and much more.
    • Company pension
    • Wellbeing: including 24/7 virtual GP, 24/7 EAP service, as well as access to free counselling, legal, mortgage, cancer and bereavement support
    • Asda Allies Inclusion Networks – helping colleagues to make sure everybody is included and that our differences are recognised and celebrated.
    • Excellent parental leave policies, including maternity & adoption leave, paternity leave, shared parental leave, neonatal care leave, and support for those doing fertility treatments.
    • Colleague recognition programme
    • Special offers and discounts across a range of services and activities, from airport parking to theme parks and cinemas.

  • Driver Class 1 – nights

    Pay Rate: £44,974.95
    Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time)
    Shift patterns: Monday to Friday, starting at 11pm (roughly 10hr shifts)

    Think you know DHL? Think again! We’re not just about delivering parcels. DHL Supply Chain is the world’s leading logistics company and our people are the unsung heroes who keep the cogs turning and the country running smoothly.

    We’re now looking for a Class 1 HGV Driver to play a key role ensuring our operations run smoothly and efficiently, delivering goods safely and on time.

    ✅A TYPICAL DAY MAY INVOLVE

    • Delivering car components into dealerships in the North West
    • Multi-drop delivery, on average between 6-8 drops
    • Manual handling involved in the role
    • You will be responsible for loading at the depot, unloading at the dealerships, reloading empties and tipping off back at the depot
    • Mainly roll cages or pallets but small amount of items will be boxed and can be quite bulky
    • Driving in a safe and efficient manner in line with Drivers’ Hours and Working Time Directive regulations
    • Complying with our health and safety standards at all times, ensuring adherence to The Highway Code, road safety rules and vehicle regulations

    ✅THIS ROLE WOULD SUIT PEOPLE WHO

    • Hold a valid HGV Class 1 Driving Licence (C), Driver CPC Qualification and Digital Tachograph Card
    • Ideally have 12 months recent driving experience
    • Be happy to work a permanent night shift, starting at 11pm working 10hr shifts

    ✅WHY JOIN US?

    • Join our generous pension scheme and benefit from an 8% employer contribution, alongside a 4% employee contribution
    • Free confidential 24/7 GP consultations
    • Hundreds of retail and lifestyle discounts
    • Affordable loans, savings schemes and free mortgage advice

    ✅BUILDING AN INCLUSIVE WORKPLACE

    At DHL, we’re all about creating a workplace where everyone’s skills and experiences matter, and where you can be your true self every day.

    As proud supporters of the Armed Forces Covenant, we value the skills and experience of ex-service personnel and are dedicated to helping our veterans find jobs.

  • Saturday Van Driver

    Pay: £19.82per hour

    Work with us


    Behind the wheel on the open road. Left alone to get the job done. A bit of a chat at drop-offs. Sound like your kind of gig? Then you’re in luck. We’re hiring van drivers right now at Stapletons. We’re one of the major players in the UK auto industry and there’s lots you can achieve here. We’re all about helping people to learn new skills and drive their career like they do our vans.
    The Day to Day


    You’ll work Saturday daytime hours, although this role is Saturday only, we are looking for someone who can be flexible to support the business during the week when needed.

    You’ll collect and deliver tyres from businesses, load them into your van and return them to the hub for offloading. There’s also some straightforward paperwork to do. The main thing is being dependable and creating a good impression of Stapletons on the road and at every drop.
    Who we’re looking for


    It should go without saying, but you’ll need a valid driving license. You’ll also need to be the kind of driver who conducts themselves calmly on the road and gets from A to B without a hitch. When you arrive at your destination, you’ll be up for a quick chat. If you can keep people smiling, there’s a long way you can go here.
    The Perks


    You’ll get an industry-leading benefits package, including:

    • Discount at supermarkets and high street retailers
    • 31 days’ holiday (based on 5-day week)
    • Up to 50% off at Kwik Fit
    • Wagestream—access your wages before payday
    • Eyecare—free examinations and discounted/free glasses
    • Easy-book appointments with a free online GP
    • Cycle-to-work scheme
    • Free mortgage advice
    • Life assurance
    • Employee Assistance Programme
    • Enhanced paternity leave

  • Driver Class 1

    Pay Rate: £39,400.00
    Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time)
    Shift patterns: 48 hours, Monday – Friday 23:00 start

    Think you know DHL? Think again! We’re not just about delivering parcels. DHL Supply Chain is the world’s leading logistics company and our people are the unsung heroes who keep the cogs turning and the country running smoothly.

    We’re now looking for a Class 1 HGV Driver to play a key role ensuring our operations run smoothly and efficiently, delivering goods safely and on time.

    ✅A TYPICAL DAY MAY INVOLVE

    • Multi drop delivery of car parts to dealerships across Yorkshire and the North East
    • Manual handling of rolling cages and use of manual pallet truck, as well as loading and unloading of trailer
    • Drive in a safe and efficient manner in line with Drivers’ Hours and Working Time Directive regulations
    • Comply with our health and safety standards at all times, ensuring adherence to The Highway Code, road safety rules and vehicle regulations

    ✅THIS ROLE WOULD SUIT PEOPLE WHO

    • Hold a valid HGV Class 1 Driving License (C+E), Driver CPC Qualification and Digital Tachograph Card
    • Ideally will have experience working in a night shift role previously
    • Have previous experience of multi drop delivery is desirable but not essential

    ✅WHY JOIN US?

    • Free parking
    • Join our generous pension scheme and benefit from an 8% employer contribution, alongside a 4% employee contribution
    • Free confidential 24/7 GP consultations
    • Hundreds of retail and lifestyle discounts
    • Affordable loans, savings schemes and free mortgage advice

    ✅BUILDING AN INCLUSIVE WORKPLACE

    At DHL, we’re all about creating a workplace where everyone’s skills and experiences matter, and where you can be your true self every day.

    As proud supporters of the Armed Forces Covenant, we value the skills and experience of ex-service personnel and are dedicated to helping our veterans find jobs.

  • Long Distance Van Driver

    Job Type: Full-time

    Pay: £26,770.00-£32,720.00 per year

    Overview
    We are currently seeking a Van Driver to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for transporting goods and materials efficiently and safely.

    Responsibilities
    – Drive vans to transport goods to various locations uk wide
    – Load and unload items from the van
    – Ensure timely and safe delivery of goods
    – Inspect vehicles for mechanical issues and safety concerns
    – Communicate effectively with team members and clients
    – Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the van

    Requirements
    – Previous experience as a Van Driver or in a similar role
    – Valid commercial driving licence
    – Excellent communication skills

    previous experience driving on UK motorways is a must , there is a couple of long shifts were start times will be 2am in the morning

    Schedule:

    • Overtime

    Experience:

    • Driving: 1 year (required)

    Licence/Certification:

    • Driving Licence (required)

    Work Location: In person

  • Class 1 Driver – Days

    Pay Rate: £41,601.83 pa + Overtime
    Grade: P
    Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time)
    Shift patterns: To be confirmed at interview. Varies shifts and start times available.
    Location: Smoke Lane Avonmouth

    Join our team as a Class 1 HGV Driver and hit the road with industry giants like B&M, TKMaxx, Harrods and Superdrug—where every journey delivers more than just goods, but a chance to be part of something big!

    We’re now looking for a Class 1 HGV Driver to play a key role ensuring our operations run smoothly and efficiently, delivering goods safely and on time.

    ✅A TYPICAL DAY MAY INVOLVE

    • Driving in a safe and efficient manner in line with Drivers’ Hours and Working Time Directive regulations
    • Complying with our health and safety standards at all times, ensuring adherence to The Highway Code, road safety rules and vehicle regulations
    • Regular completion of vehicle checks
    • Manual handling of customer products

    ✅THIS ROLE WOULD SUIT PEOPLE WHO

    • Hold a valid HGV Class 1 Driving Licence (C), Driver CPC Qualification and Digital Tachograph Card
    • Ideally have 6 months experience using your HGV Class 1 License.

    ✅WHY JOIN US?

    • We’re happy to talk about flexible working – just ask about alternative patterns at interview
    • Join our generous pension scheme and benefit from an 8% employer contribution, alongside a 4% employee contribution
    • Free confidential 24/7 GP consultations
    • Hundreds of retail and lifestyle discounts
    • Affordable loans, savings schemes and free mortgage advice
    • Visit https://careers.dhl.com/global/en/working-at-dhl-supply-chain to learn more

    ✅WHO WE ARE

    We’re the global leaders in supply chain management with 188,000 people in over 50 countries. Our expert teams work together to deliver for our customers across a range of industries including retail, automotive, healthcare and more.

    ✅BUILDING AN INCLUSIVE WORKPLACE

    At DHL, we’re all about creating a workplace where everyone’s skills and experiences matter, and where you can be your true self every day.

  • Long Distance Van Driver

    Job Type: Full-time

    Pay: £26,770.00-£32,720.00 per year

    Overview
    We are currently seeking a Van Driver to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for transporting goods and materials efficiently and safely.

    Responsibilities
    – Drive vans to transport goods to various locations uk wide
    – Load and unload items from the van
    – Ensure timely and safe delivery of goods
    – Inspect vehicles for mechanical issues and safety concerns
    – Communicate effectively with team members and clients
    – Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the van

    Requirements
    – Previous experience as a Van Driver or in a similar role
    – Valid commercial driving licence
    – Excellent communication skills

    previous experience driving on UK motorways is a must , there is a couple of long shifts were start times will be 2am in the morning

    Schedule:

    • Overtime

    Experience:

    • Driving: 1 year (required)

    Licence/Certification:

    • Driving Licence (required)

    Work Location: In person

  • Customer Delivery Driver

    Job Title

    Customer Delivery Driver


    Location: Tunbridge Wells
    Employment Type: Part time
    Contract Type: Permanent
    Shift Pattern: Work Shift: Days
    Hours per Week: 24
    Pay Rate: £12.21
    Category: Retail Hourly Colleagues, Sales Staff

    Closing Date: 25 June 2025

    About the Role

    Our operation runs 24 hours per day, 7 days per week and with that brings a wide variety of shift patterns. If you’re looking for flexible working to fit around your lifestyle, then look no further! We’ll work with you on your shifts, but late and weekend working is a requirement of our roles, and we may need to be flexible with your work pattern.

    Our Customer Delivery Drivers love their fast paced, varied role where no two days are the same. They thrive on making our customers happy every day by delivering our products right to their front door.

    When you’re not on the road, you’ll make sure your van is clean and fit for the next delivery (don’t worry, you don’t need to be an expert mechanic – we’ll give you all the training you need) and when we are really busy, you’ll be asked to help your team, picking and packing online orders.

    About You

    When you are on the road, you will need to be organised and as you we will expect you to be an excellent ambassador for the Asda brand.

    With that in mind, the personal qualities you bring to the role will be every bit as important as your skills and attitude. Friendly and approachable, you’ll be the kind of person who’ll put our customers first and do whatever it takes to deliver the best home shopping experience it can be.

    Asda, that’s more like it

    Apply today by completing an online application…

    Everything you’ll love

    Alongside a competitive salary, you’ll get lots of other great benefits too, including:

    • Colleague discount: 15% off your shopping at Asda from day 1 for you and a nominated user
    • Discounted rates and special offers on Asda services such as Mobile, Pharmacy, Opticians, Personal Loan, Pet Insurance, Travel Insurance, Travel Money, Tyres, Breakdown Cover
    • Wagestream: access to flexible pay, income tracker, financial coaching, exclusive savings account and much more.
    • Company pension
    • Wellbeing: including 24/7 virtual GP, 24/7 EAP service, as well as access to free counselling, legal, mortgage, cancer and bereavement support
    • Asda Allies Inclusion Networks – helping colleagues to make sure everybody is included and that our differences are recognised and celebrated.
    • Excellent parental leave policies, including maternity & adoption leave, paternity leave, shared parental leave, neonatal care leave, and support for those doing fertility treatments.
    • Colleague recognition programme
    • Special offers and discounts across a range of services and activities, from airport parking to theme parks and cinemas.