Delivery Driver – Washington

Company: DRIVER JOBS
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Location: Gateshead
Job Description:

Red Arrow Distribution are seeking experienced self-employed delivery drivers for several of our contracts across the North East of England.

Overview:

Do you like the idea of being your own boss?

Long term self-employed opportunity, working with an established successful delivery partner. Duties include loading the delivery vehicle from a staging area and delivering to residential and commercial locations.

Why join us?

  • Fully insured van provided
  • Paid induction days at an agreed daily rate
  • Weekly payments
  • Route rate £128.70 daily (+VAT) – £14.30 an hour
  • Performance bonuses and incentives
  • Access to driver perks via Wise

What you’ll need

  • A full UK driving licence
  • A clean driving licence with no more than 6 points (no active IN, DR, DG, TT, MS)
  • Commercial van driving experience
  • Ability to pass a CRB check
  • Physical ability to lift packages up to 23kg
  • Good spoken and written English skills

Driver Perks

In partnership with Wise, you can access a simple service to help manage your invoicing and accountancy.

Drivers can also access a range of perks, including same-day digital GP appointments, counselling sessions, a will writing service, exclusive offers, and discounts at over 900 stores (including all the major supermarkets). These are perks you won’t find anywhere else—all free of charge with a Wise product!

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Freelance

Pay: £128.70-£180.00 per day

Benefits:

  • Discounted or free food
  • On-site parking
  • Referral programme

Experience:

  • Commercial van driving: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

  • UK Driving Licence (preferred)

Work Location: On the road

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Posted: September 11th, 2026