Customer Delivery Driver, Supermarket Assistant in Wellington

Customer Delivery Driver, Supermarket Assistant in Wellington

Wellington Full-Time No working from home possible
John Lewis plc

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Delivering orders to customers and supporting shop tasks like stock replenishment.
  • Company: Join Waitrose, known for quality produce and exceptional Partner-led service.
  • Benefits: Earn a Night Premium of £3.75 per hour for hours worked between 22:00 - 06:00.
  • Other info: Position based in Wellington, Somerset, with part-time hours up to 16.25 per week.
  • Why this job: Be part of a friendly team while enjoying flexible working arrangements.
  • Qualifications: Must have a full valid B-Category UK manual driving licence with no more than 6 points.

As one of our Customer Delivery Drivers, you’ll be bringing the unique blend of quality Waitrose produce and Partner-led service right to our customers’ doors. Actively playing out our ethos – passionate Partners serving food lovers. When you're not out on the road, you'll be back at the shop supporting the team with daily tasks like stock replenishment and housekeeping. Contributing to the efficient and productive running of the shop in a friendly and welcoming team.

In addition to your contractual pay, any time worked between 22:00 - 06:00 will attract Night Premium at a rate of £3.75 per hour. This will also apply to existing Partners who have enrolled onto Enhanced Hours Premium arrangements. Due to its nature, you need to be 18-years or older to work in this role.

Key Responsibilities
  • Checking your delivery routes for the day.
  • Loading and preparing your van for deliveries, ensuring all orders are together and can be efficiently delivered directly to customers.
  • Ensuring all of the appropriate vehicle safety checks are complete on your van, maintaining full road compliance, health and safety.
  • Being an ambassador for the Waitrose brand while on the road with great customer service as your number one priority.
  • Helping customers with their shopping and building a rapport with them based on trust and service.
  • Supporting the wider shop team when required with general shopkeeping tasks.
Essential skills/experience
  • Full valid B-Category UK manual driving licence with no more than 6-points.
  • Great customer service skills.
  • Time management skills.
  • Ability to cope with the physical requirements of the role (e.g., lifting of crates, moving cages).
  • Comfortable working independently with the ability to be self‑motivated and adaptable.
  • IT literate.
Desirable skills/experience
  • Previous experience in a driving role and a knowledge of chilled vehicles would be welcomed.
Job Details
  • Closing Date: June 19, 2026
  • Pay: £14.31 Hourly
  • Contract Type: Permanent
  • Hours of Work: Part time opportunity. Up to 16.25 hours per week. Working every Monday 07:15 - 14:15 and Saturday 07:15 - 18:00.
  • Job Level: Partnership Level 10
Where You'll Be Working

Wellington (Waitrose & Partners), 34-46 High Street, Wellington, Somerset, TA21 8SX

Important points to note

It’s important to note that some of our roles are subject to pre-employment vetting (which may include DBS checks for successful candidates). If required, you’ll be informed and provided with information about vetting during the recruitment process and we encourage you to complete any vetting documents quickly to avoid delays. Any DBS checks required will be carried out by a third‑party registered body and financial probity checks may also be required for some of our roles. We also recommend that you apply as soon as possible as vacancies can close early if we see a high number of applicants. We want all of our Partners to have a good work‑life balance and we support flexible working. This might mean flexible or compressed hours, job sharing or shorter hour contracts, where possible. Please discuss this further with the hiring manager during your interview.

Customer Delivery Driver, Supermarket Assistant in Wellington employer: John Lewis plc

Waitrose & Partners offers a supportive environment with flexible working options. Located in Wellington, Somerset, the team is dedicated to providing excellent customer service. Enjoy a competitive hourly rate of £14.31 and additional night premiums.

John Lewis plc

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