Class 1 Driver

Company: Ideal Recruit Ltd
Apply for the Class 1 Driver
Location: Bedford
Job Description:

Ideal Recruit is currently looking for experienced HGV Class 1 (C+E) Drivers for a well-established client based in Bedford.

This is a full time opportunity with guaranteed shifts and consistent work.

Job details:

  • Nationwide store deliveries across the UK.
  • Average of 34 drops per shift (palletised goods loading and unloading required)
  • Experience with refrigerated units preferred.

We have both Permanent and long term agency positions available, on the following shift patterns:

  • PERMANENT OR AGENCY – 4 ON, 4 OFF TRAMPING (Start Window between 01:00-02:00 OR 11:00-12:00)
  • PERMANENT OR AGENCY – Sun-Thu, Tue-Sat or Thu/Fri-Mon (2 hour start window between 01:00-18:00)

Permanent Pay Rates:

  • Monday-Friday £18.69ph
  • Weekend £21.31ph
  • Plus £10.00 tax free meal allowance per day
  • £26.20 night out allowance

Agency Pay Rates:

  • Monday to Friday: £19.61ph (or £21.98 inc holiday)
  • Saturday and Sunday: £22.31ph (or £25.00 inc holiday)
  • £26.20 night out allowance

Requirements:

  • Assessment required before starting.
  • Valid HGV Class 1 (C+E) licence.
  • Minimum 12 months of experience as a Class 1 driver.
  • Valid Driver CPC and Digital Tachograph card.
  • No more than 6 points on licence (minor endorsements only).

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Posted: June 10th, 2026