Delivery Contractor Self Employed Driver
Posted 4 days ago by Smiths News Drivers
£28 Per hour
Outside
Undetermined
EX32 8QA
Summary: The role of a Self-Employed Driver involves delivering newspapers and magazines in the Barnstaple area, requiring a valid driving license and access to a van. The position offers flexibility with early morning shifts and the opportunity to manage one's own schedule while earning additional income. Drivers will complete a fixed route daily, servicing 20-30 customers and handling returns. This position is ideal for those seeking a balance between work and personal life while working with a reputable brand in the wholesale industry.
Key Responsibilities:
- Warehouse work: Packing newspapers for your route
- Completing a fixed route daily
- Delivering newspapers and magazines to 20–30 customers per day
- Collecting returned newspapers, magazines, and clean recycling bags
- Scanning newspapers and returned items upon return to the depot
- Ensuring the van has a carrying capacity of between 1050kg to 1200kg
Key Skills:
- Valid UK/European Driving License
- Access to a van
- Ability to manage a flexible schedule
- Experience in delivery or logistics (preferred)
Salary (Rate): £27.80/hour
City: Barnstaple
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: outside IR35
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Other
Job Title: Driver (Self-Employed)
Pay: £27,800 per annum
Location: Barnstaple Area
Shift: Early Morning (03:00 am – 09:00 am) 7 days a week
Requirements: Valid UK/European Driving License, access to your a van. Don’t have a van? We can point you in the right direction.
We are seeking Self-Employed Drivers to join our expanding distribution network in the Barnstaple area. This is an excellent opportunity to work with a leading brand in the wholesale industry, offering both security and flexibility.
Key Services:
- Warehouse work: Packing newspapers for your route
- Completing a fixed route daily
- Delivering newspapers and magazines to 20–30 customers per day
- Collecting returned newspapers, magazines, and clean recycling bags
- Scanning Newspapers and returned items upon return to the depot
- Van must have a carrying capacity of between 1050kg to 1200kg (Depending on route)
What We Offer:
- Full 3-day on boarding provided
- 7-day contracts available
- A Choice of Routes available
- Self-employed basis with weekly pay
- Opportunities for multi-route work to expand your existing business
This is a fantastic opportunity to earn extra income while enjoying the flexibility of managing your own schedule. Many of our current drivers benefit from picking up additional work during the day while taking advantage of our early morning shifts. With Smiths News, you can achieve the perfect work-life balance while maximizing your earnings.
Ready to join?We'd love to hear from you! Apply today and become a valued part of our distribution network.