Class 2 Driver
| Company: | The Best Connection Group Limited |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £14.70 - £29.40 |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | North Shields, NE28 9NT |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Posting date: | 20 Aug 2026 |
| Closing date: | 19 Sept 2026 |
Summary
The Best Connection are recruiting
Class 2 Drivers on behalf of our client, a leading
homeware and furniture business with two major local sites based near Newcastle.
Whether you are looking for steady weekday work or weekend shifts, we have
flexible options to suit your availability and get you on the road quickly.
If you're looking for consistent work as a Class 2 Driver with excellent premium overtime rates, this is a great opportunity.
The Role
Deliver premium homeware, kitchens, and furniture safely to residential clients.
Work closely with a Driver's Mate on every shift to handle deliveries together.
Load and offload goods using safe manual handling techniques.
Multi-drop delivery work where care, efficiency, and accuracy are essential.
Customer-facing role where you'll represent both the client and The Best Connection in a professional and friendly manner.
The Candidate
Full UK Class 2 (Category C) driving licence with valid CPC and Digital Tachograph cards.
Excellent flexibility to take on weekdays, weekends, or a mix of both.
Smart appearance and strong communication skills.
Reliable, punctual, and customer-focused.
Physical fitness to handle heavy lifting and furniture delivery tasks alongside your mate.
Hours of Work and Pay
Flexible shift patterns with both weekday and weekend shifts available.
£14.70 per hour standard Monday to Friday rate.
£22.05 per hour (x1.5) overtime rate after 8 hours worked daily (Monday to Friday).
£22.05 per hour (x1.5) for all hours worked on Saturdays.
£29.40 per hour (x2.0) for all hours worked on Sundays.
Benefits of Working with The Best Connection
Continuous workflow across two local sites in Washington and North Shields.
24/7 consultant support.
Pension contributions.
Online payslips and holiday accrual.
Personal accident insurance.
Access to 'Perks at Work' temporary worker benefit scheme.
Suitable candidates will be invited to register online.
The Best Connection is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
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