Trainee Class 2 Driver

Start as a Driver’s Mate

Location: Barton-Upon-Humber

£12.40 per hour | £30,950pa rising to £16.00 per hour I £39,960pa

Temp-to-Perm | Full-Time | Early Starts (4am–6am)

Are you ready to kickstart a long-term driving career—but don’t yet have your Class 2 licence? We’ve got the perfect opportunity for you.

We’re looking for reliable, hardworking individuals to join our home delivery team as a Driver’s Mate, with the opportunity to train and qualify as a Class 2 Driver. We’ll support you every step of the way, from learning the ropes on the road to becoming a fully trained, licensed professional driver.

What’s in it for you?

• Progression Path – Start as a Driver’s Mate and progress to a fully qualified Class 2 Driver with our support
• Full training provided – including funded Driver CPC and Class 2 licence
• Quarterly performance bonus – up to £375
• Permanent opportunities after initial temp period
• 5 yearly medical costs covered
• Uniform, pension, discounts & more
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• £12.40ph as a drivers mate

About the Role

You’ll begin as a Driver’s Mate in a 2-person crew, delivering to customers’ homes:

• Assist with heavy, physical lifting and delivering items to the room of choice
• Make customer phone calls with delivery ETAs and log deliveries
• Ensure all items are scanned and accounted for
• Support the driver and learn the daily routine of a Class 2 role
• Report any parking/access issues to the transport team
• Maintain high standards of safety, timekeeping, and customer service
• Shifts start between 4am and 6am
• Expect up to 10 – 12-hour shifts (averaging 48 hours per week)
• You’ll need your own transport to get to site

What You’ll Need

• A can-do attitude, great communication, and willingness to learn
• Physically fit – this is a demanding, hands-on job
• Maximum of 6 points on your licence (no DD, CU80, or IN)
• A DBS check will be required before starting

Future You Starts Here

If you’re looking for a real career, not just a job, and want to progress into an HGV role with full training and support, we want to hear from you. Apply today to join a team that invests in your future!