Trainee Class 2 Driver - Start as a Driver's Mate
Location: Barton-Upon-Humber
£13.15 per hour | £32,822.40 - £37,609 (avg hours)
Rising to £16.75 per hour I £41,808pa - £52,260pa OTE
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 (rising to £750 as a driver)
- Permanent opportunities after initial temp period
- 5 yearly medical costs covered
- Uniform, pension, discounts & more
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays
- £13.15ph as a drivers mate / £16.75ph as Class 2 Driver.
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
Your Future You Starts Here
Trainee Class 2 Driver employer: Rapier
Join a leading supply chain logistics company in Stoke-on-Trent, where we prioritise employee satisfaction and growth. With a competitive salary, generous pension scheme, and access to numerous lifestyle discounts, we foster a supportive work culture that values flexibility and well-being. As part of our team, you'll benefit from ongoing development opportunities and the chance to work with a market leader in a permanent role.
