https://jobs.co.uk/job/class-1-driver-in-bedford-ideal-recruit-ltd--3c796bd7-3c27-45e5-9a68-47b017086e0b RSS feed for Class 1 Driver in Bedford at Ideal Recruit Ltd. en-gb Sat, 13 Jun 2026 03:15:40 GMT https://jobs.co.uk/job/class-1-driver-in-bedford-ideal-recruit-ltd--3c796bd7-3c27-45e5-9a68-47b017086e0b https://jobs.co.uk/job/class-1-driver-in-bedford-ideal-recruit-ltd--3c796bd7-3c27-45e5-9a68-47b017086e0b Wed, 20 May 2026 23:00:00 GMT Location: Bedford | Salary: £17.00 - £20.00/hour | Type: Permanent | Ideal Recruit is currently looking for HGV Class 1 (C+E) Drivers for a well-established client based in Bedford.   The role includes deliveries to stores across the UK, with an average of 2–3 drops of caged goods, plus some collections.   Rates of Pay: PAYE  The rate applies for the first 12 weeks. After 12 weeks, the rate will increase, and it will increase again after 27 weeks. Night shifts available start times between 18:00-03:00.   Day rate - £17.00 p/h between 06:00-13:59 (from 14:00 afternoon rate applies). Afternoon rate - £18.25 p/h between 14:00-21:59 (from 22:00 night rate applies). Night rate - £20.00 p/h between 22:00-05:59 (from 06:00 day rate applies).   Additional Information Paid assessment required Fully paid breaks Shift availability: Days / Afternoons / Nights Shifts available Monday to Sunday Holiday entitlement will be accrued during employment.   Requirements HGV Class 1 driving entitlement (Category CE) Minimum 6 months Class 1 driving experience Refrigerator unit experience preferred Valid Driver CPC card and Digital Tachograph card No more than 6 penalty points (minor endorsements only)   How to Apply If yo... Permanent