Job: HGV1 Driver
Location:&nbsp;Bicester (OX26)
Contract&nbsp;Ongoing, Temporary
Start times:&nbsp;Nights/Weekends
Calling all flexible drivers, are you looking for a couple of days per week or full time hours?
PAYE Rates:
&pound;18.75 nights (2100-0400)
&pound;18.75 Sat &amp; Sun Day
&pound;21.50 Sat &amp; Sun Night (2100-0400)
Hours :&nbsp;approximately 10-14 hours per shift
Driving Force Recruitment&nbsp;operating as an employment business are offering an excellent opportunity for HGV 1 night and weekend drivers to work for our award-winning client based in Bicester (OX26)
Job Role:
Distributing refrigerated produce across the UK to distribution centers.
2-3 drops per shift, Unloading with electric pallet truck required - training is provided
Possible curtain side vehicles ambient stock, normally 1 drop. Trailers are loaded and offloaded by customer with forklift.
Flexible working pattern and weekends available.
The right candidate will have an enthusiastic and reliable with a commitment to delivering 1st class customer service.
Desired Skills:
&middot; Driving License, Digi card and Drivers CPC Card
&middot; Must have good communication skills and a flexible can-do attitude to work.
&middot; Good Geographical Knowledge
&middot; Minimum of 2 Years experience driving class 1 in the UK with Tacho record
&middot; Excellent communication skills.
&middot; Unfortunately, we cannot use any candidates with DR10 or CD10 on your license.
&middot; A maximum of 6 points on your license.
For more information, please call&nbsp;0121 704 7123 or text your name to 0795 528 0239, including you license category and job reference and one of the team will get in touch.
Check out our Driving Force&nbsp;Birmingham Facebook page for more vacancies

HGV Class 1 Driver (Weekends)

Job : HGV 1 Driver Monday to Friday
Location:&nbsp;Bicester (OX26)
Contract Type:&nbsp;Ongoing
Shift Pattern :&nbsp;Monday-Friday
PAY Rates Including Holiday Pay:
Day - &pound;17.12
Nights - &pound;20.06
Hours :
08:00-18:30
Driving Force Recruitment&nbsp;operating as an employment business are offering an excellent opportunity for HGV 1 Drivers to work for our award-winning client based in Bicester OX26
Job Role:
Parcel Delivery
Delivery &amp; Collection from Businesses
10/20 drops and 5/6 collections per shift
Must be able to do manual handling
The right candidate will have an enthusiastic and reliable with a commitment to delivering 1st class customer service.
Desired Skills:
&middot; Driving License, Digi card and Drivers CPC Card
&middot; Must have good communication skills and a flexible can-do attitude to work.
&middot; Good Geographical Knowledge
&middot; Excellent communication skills.
&middot; Unfortunately, we cannot use any candidates with DR10 or CD10 on your license.
&middot; A maximum of 6 points on your license.
For more information, please call&nbsp;0121 704 7123 or text your name to 0795 528 0239, including you license category and job reference and one of the team will get in touch.
Check out our Driving Force&nbsp;Birmingham Facebook page for more vacancies

HGV Class 1 Driver

Driving Force Recruitment&nbsp;operating as an employment business are offering an excellent opportunity for Class 2 Drivers looking for ongoing work for one of our clients based in central Bristol.
The role will include delivering catering equipment to big events across the UK such as Chelsea Flower Show, Wimbledon, Open Golf and many more. The work will be physical and involve unloading and loading the vehicle and setting up the events if required. You will be apart of a small team on site which will help with supporting. Applicants must have had a minimum of 18 months - 24 months experience on the Class 2.
A full induction will be included prior to starting. You will likely be with another driver for the first couple of days to learn the role until you are confident enough to take on the role yourself.
Start times can vary anything between 04:00-07:00am depending on the event.
Shift Pattern: Monday - Friday (weekends may be included which there will be plenty of notice)
&pound;16 per hour
CPC and Digital tachograph
&middot; Good level of English communication
&middot; Must have held an English Driving license for a minimum of 18 months
&middot; Must not have DR10 or MS90 on your license
Requirements:
&middot; CPC and Digital tachograph
&middot; Good level of English communication
&middot; Must have held an English Driving license for a minimum of 18 months
&middot; Must not have DR10 or MS90 on your license
Please call for more information&nbsp;0117 986 0999

HGV Class 2 Driver

Driving Force Recruitment Ltd, operating as an Employment Business, are recruiting for Class 2 Hook HIAB Drivers for our Client based in Coatbridge.
Work will involve making HIAB Timber deliveries to Building Sites and residential addresses.
HIAB Hook qualification is essential for this role.
Monday-Friday work only, initially to cover holidays and busier periods
Requirements:
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<li>Class 2 licence for a minimum of 1 year</li>
<li>HIAB Hook qualification is essential for this role.</li>
<li>Max 6 points for minor offences (No DD/DR/IN/CD/TT)</li>
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For more information, please call&nbsp;0161 470 0581&nbsp;or text Class 2 HIAB Coatbridge and "your name" to&nbsp;07841 495420
Applicants will be able to complete a remote registration which includes online registration and a video/skype/facetime/zoom call to verify documents and right to work.
https://registration.recruso.co.uk/Form/Worker/3xnrGwnnFeBELuGgeUW5mPJ8PwnHgs3UXKxS8Wsk/2CBFFA5C-CBB6-4379-AE33-0DE14E26B779
Check out our Driving Force Manchester Facebook page for more vacancies
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HGV Class 2 HIAB Driver

Contract Type: Ongoing work
Shift Pattern : 5 on 2 off 22:00 starts
5 on 2 off Tramping for our client based in Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire
PAYE Rates:
Weekday days &pound;16.50
Weekday nights &pound;19.25 (2100 - 0400)
Weekend days &pound;19.25
Weekend nights &pound;22.00 (2100 - 0400)
Nights out &pound;25
Hours :&nbsp;approximately 10-14 hours per shift
Driving Force Recruitment&nbsp;operating as an employment business are offering an excellent opportunity for HGV 1 Drivers to work for our award-winning client based in Haverfordwest (SA62)
Job Role:
Delivering dairy goods, the runs tend to be long distance so its likely you&rsquo;ll be doing 2-4 stores per day, depending on distance between drops.
Start times:&nbsp;&ndash; Circa 22:00
Calling all flexible drivers looking for a couple of days per week!
Shift tend to be 10-14 Hours.
Flexible working pattern and weekends available.
ADHOC work available to suit.
The right candidates can work their desired pattern.
** Holidays will be accrued on shift basis and paid when you take holiday - we do not include holiday pay in your hourly rate **
The right candidate will have an enthusiastic and reliable with a commitment to delivering 1st class customer service.
Desired Skills:
&middot; Driving License, Digi card and Drivers CPC Card
&middot; Must have good communication skills and a flexible can-do attitude to work.
&middot; Good Geographical Knowledge
&middot; Minimum of 6 Months experience Driving class 1 in the UK.
&middot; Excellent communication skills.
&middot; Unfortunately, we cannot use any candidates with DR10 or CD10 on your license.
&middot; A maximum of 6 points on your license.
For more information, please call&nbsp;01633 848514&nbsp;or text 'APPLY HGV1MAGOR' and your name to&nbsp;07740 824850
Check out our Driving Force Newport Facebook page for more vacancies

HGV Class 1 Driver (Tramping)

Driving Force Recruitment Ltd operating as an Employment Business are currently recruiting for HGV2 day drivers our client based in Chepstow dealing with multi-drop deliveries of metal across the UK.
Typical working hours are 06:30 with a rough finish time of 17:30 but this is dependent on load and locations Monday to Friday.
The Ideal Candidate:
<ul>
<li>The ideal candidate will have exceptional customer service skills.</li>
<li>Be well presented at all times as majority of the position is dealing with our clients customers</li>
<li>The ideal candidate will be driven and motivated.</li>
<li>Good geographical knowledge is essential</li>
<li>Be happy with loading and unloading as some involvement will be required</li>
</ul>
The Benefits:
<ul>
<li>Temp to perm opportunities</li>
<li>PAYE &pound;14.00</li>
<li>For every Pallet collected you will receive a &pound;1 bonus</li>
</ul>
For more information, please call&nbsp;01633 848514&nbsp;or text 'APPLY LGV2' to&nbsp;07740 824850Check out our Driving Force Newport Facebook page for more vacancies

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Driving Force Recruitment are currently looking for Experienced 7.5t drivers to work out of our client based in Blackpool.
This job will involve overnight stays, as it's long distance work.
It could lead to more ongoing work
Delivery of packs of decking
Usual start times around 0600
Deliveries could be all over the UK including London.
Up to 50hours per week
Must have held 7.5t entitlement for minimum 1year
Must be over 25 years old
Rate of Pay: &pound;15.50ph
Night out allowance = &pound;26.20 per night away
If interested, please can you call 01254 846 1888 or apply with CV.
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7.5t Delivery Driver + Nights Out

Driving Force Recruitment Ltd operating as an Employment Business are recruiting for Cat C+E Drivers for our client based in Cardiff (CF3) - we are looking for drivers to work Thursday - Monday nights.
The role will involve container work for a mixture of stores &amp; port/dock runs which will include supermarket cage delivery.
<ul>
<li>Start times times vary throughout the day</li>
<li>You must be able to follow strict site instructions</li>
<li>You will have to pass an initial assessment .</li>
</ul>
Rates are;
Nights &pound;18
Saturday &pound;20
Sunday &pound;21
The Criteria &amp; Benefits:
&middot; Cat C+E/LGV1/HGV1 Entitlement
&middot; CPC Qualification
&middot; Valid UK Licence
&middot; Valid Digi Card (required)
&middot; Minimum 6 months experience
&middot; Max 6 points for minor offences (No DD/DR/IN/CD/TT/UT)
For more information, please call&nbsp;01633 848514&nbsp;or text 'APPLY CLASS1CONT' and your name to&nbsp;07740 824850
Or click
https://registration.recruso.co.uk/Form/Worker/3xnrGwnnFeBELuGgeUW5mPJ8PwnHgs3UXKxS8Wsk/5E454E40-2A31-4C08-B782-9933597F9C9C
Check out our Driving Force Newport Facebook page for more vacancies

IT&rsquo;S HAPPENING. Spring has officially sprung, the clocks have gone forward, and if you&rsquo;ve already powered through your emergency stash of Mini Eggs &ndash; we&rsquo;re not judging. It&rsquo;s the perfect time to shake off the winter chill and gear up for the months ahead. And with Q2 already well underway, now&rsquo;s the time to shift focus and plan for what&rsquo;s next.
So, whether you're counting down to the next bank holiday weekend, or just counting how many tachographs you&rsquo;ve still got to log, we&rsquo;ve got the latest from the employment and driving sectors to keep you in the loop. Grab a brew, take five, and let&rsquo;s dive in.
<h3>Employment</h3>
Universal is bringing the magic to the UK with its first European theme park, set to open near Bedford in 2031. The project will create 28,000 jobs across construction, hospitality, and the creative industries, with 80% of roles expected to go to local workers. Alongside the rides and attractions, the site will include a 500-room hotel and retail complex. With planning set to be submitted soon and construction kicking off next year, this is set to be a game-changer for the region - and a huge lift for the UK job market. <a href="https://www.personneltoday.com/hr/universal-theme-park-jobs/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Find out more about the theme park here.</a>
<h3>Driving</h3>
From 21 April 2025, HGV drivers heading abroad will need to follow updated AETR rules. That means carrying 56 days of driving records (up from 28), and saying goodbye to some familiar UK/EU exceptions - including flexibility around weekly rest or delays. HGV operators must retrofit a smart tachograph 2 by 18 August 2025 if their vehicle currently has the earlier version (or by July 2026 for lighter HGVs).None of this applies to UK only drivers, but international operators should start preparing now. <a href="https://motortransport.co.uk/prepare-for-changes-to-drivers-hours-rules-dvsa-warns-hgv-operators/25992.article" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Take a look further here.</a>
The RHA has welcomed the &pound;30m investment to reopen Doncaster Sheffield Airport, calling it a major opportunity for regional growth. The South Yorkshire Mayor says the project will create new jobs and unlock economic potential - and the RHA&rsquo;s keen to make sure the haulage and logistics sector is right at the heart of it. With freight and infrastructure playing a key role in the redevelopment, they&rsquo;ve also issued a reminder: the industry needs 40,000 new lorry drivers every year for the next five years to meet demand and keep big projects like this on track. <a href="https://www.ukhaulier.co.uk/news/road-transport/haulage/reopening-doncaster-sheffield-airport-will-drive-growth-says-rha/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Learn more here.</a>
<h3>We'd love to hear from you!</h3>
DFR Roadmap is for you. We care you find it useful so if you have any suggestions around what you'd like to read, or if you have any questions for our team, please let us know.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.driving-force.co.uk/employers-get-in-touch/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Get in touch with us today.&nbsp;</a>

A career rollercoaster? How Universal’s UK theme park is set to create 28,000 jobs

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Welcome to your March edition of The Roadmap - your favourite driving recruitment newsletter! As March winds down, we&rsquo;re bidding farewell to Ramadan - Eid Mubarak for the coming weekend, to all who celebrate! Easter is still a few weeks away, so if you&rsquo;re sticking to your Lent sacrifices, stay strong. We&rsquo;re here to see you through the final stretch of the month with the latest from the employment and driving sectors. So grab a brew and whatever Lent-friendly snack is getting you through, and let us regale you with the latest tales from the industry.
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<h3>Employment.</h3>
Big changes are coming to disability and sickness benefits, with the government aiming to get more people back into work. From cuts to the health top-up on Universal Credit for new claimants to a &pound;1bn investment in work programmes, the focus is shifting towards employment. By 2028, the work capability assessment will be scrapped, and jobseekers who&rsquo;ve paid in could get higher unemployment support. There&rsquo;s also a push for more face-to-face assessments and a &ldquo;right to try&rdquo; scheme, letting disabled people test working without risking their benefits. While ministers insist this will reduce long-term unemployment, charities warn it could push more people into poverty. <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/politics/2025/mar/18/key-changes-uk-benefits-cuts-disability-pip-labour" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Read more here.&nbsp;</a>
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<h3 data-pm-slice="1 1 []">Latest Employment Data.</h3>
Estimates for payrolled employees increased by 9,000 (0.0%) between December 2024 and January 2025 and rose by 44,000 (0.1%) between January 2024 and January 2025. The early estimate of payrolled employees for February 2025 increased by 21,000 (0.1%) on the month and increased by 66,000 (0.2%) on the year to 30.4 million.
The UK employment rate for people aged 16 to 64 years was estimated at 75% in November 2024 to January 2025. This is above estimates of a year ago, and up in the latest quarter. The unemployment rate for those aged 16 years and over stood at 4.4% during the same period, an increase from a year earlier and the previous quarter. The UK Claimant Count for February 2025increased on the month and is up on the year, at 1.775 million.
Economic inactivity among people aged 16 to 64 years was estimated at 21.5% in November 2024 to January 2025. Job vacancies in the UK in December 2024 to February 2025 was 816,000. Vacancies are broadly unchanged on the quarter (with early estimates suggesting a small increase of just 1,000) and are still above pre-coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic levels.
Annual growth in employees' average regular earnings (excluding bonuses) was 5.9%, while total earnings (including bonuses) grew by 5.8% from November 2024 to January 2025. RTI pay data showed a similar growth rate compared to Average Weekly Earnings (AWE) including arrears. When adjusted for inflation using the Consumer Prices Index including owner occupiers' housing costs (CPIH), real-term growth was 2.2% for regular pay and 2.1% for total pay during the same period. In January , 50,000 working days were lost to labour disputes.&nbsp;For more details,&nbsp;<a tabindex="-1" href="https://www.ons.gov.uk/employmentandlabourmarket/peopleinwork/employmentandemployeetypes/bulletins/uklabourmarket/latest" target="_blank" rel="noopener">read the full ONS labour market report.</a>
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Big changes are coming to driving licences this summer, with the government rolling out digital versions as part of its new&nbsp;<a href="http://gov.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">GOV.UK</a> Wallet app. Designed to make identity checks easier and cut admin costs, the move has divided opinion. Supporters highlight the security of smartphone features like facial recognition, while others worry about accessibility - especially for older drivers. The good news? It&rsquo;s optional, and physical licences aren&rsquo;t going anywhere, so those who prefer a traditional card can stick with what they know &ndash; at least for now!<a href="https://www.express.co.uk/life-style/cars/2025766/new-driving-licence-rule-dvla" target="_blank" rel="noopener"> Read more here.&nbsp;</a>
 
More HGV drivers on the road? A win is a win, but let&rsquo;s not get carried away just yet. Almost half of them are over 50, fewer people are taking tests, and vacancies are up. Logistics UK is waving the warning flag, but there&rsquo;s hope: the Generation Logistics campaign has made logistics 37% more appealing (which, let&rsquo;s be honest, is no small feat). The challenge now is turning that awareness into new drivers. Want to know more, <a href="https://motortransport.co.uk/industry-news/hgv-driver-shortage-eases-but-much-more-needs-to-be-done-warns-logistics-uk/25792.article#:~:text=The%20number%20of%20HGV%20drivers,skills%20shortage%20is%20not%20over." target="_blank" rel="noopener">read the full article here.</a>&nbsp;
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Work push or setback? The Government’s big benefits overhaul

If you&rsquo;re an employer, HR professional, or just someone who likes to keep ahead of the latest workplace changes, 2025 is shaping to be a big year for employment law. From new leave entitlements to rising payroll costs, there&rsquo;s a lot to take in. And with some updates hitting as early as April, now&rsquo;s the time to make sure you and your business are prepared.
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The good news? You don&rsquo;t have to navigate these changes alone. Here&rsquo;s the lowdown of what&rsquo;s coming and what it means for businesses.
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<h3 class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: left;">April 2025: higher wages and rising employer costs</h3>
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April brings the usual national living and minimum wage (NLW/NMW) and statutory pay increases, but this year&rsquo;s changes are particularly significant:
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<li style="text-align: justify; color: #000000;">From 1st April 2025, businesses must prepare for the largest recorded increase in both the National Living Wage (NLW) and National Minimum Wage (NMW). The NLW will rise by 6.7%, increasing from &pound;11.44 to &pound;12.21 per hour. However, younger workers will see the most significant wage hikes, with 18&ndash;20 year olds receiving a 16.3% increase and under-18s seeing an almost 18% rise, as the government aims to align wage growth with the ongoing cost of living crisis.</li>
<li style="text-align: justify; color: #000000;">Employers must also account for increases in statutory payments. Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) will rise to &pound;118.75 per week, while maternity, paternity, adoption, shared parental, and bereavement pay will all increase to &pound;187.18 per week from April 2025.</li>
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Alongside these changes, employer national insurance contributions (NICs) will increase from 6th April.
The earnings threshold at which employers start paying NICs will drop from &pound;9,100 to &pound;5,000, meaning more of an employee&rsquo;s earnings will be subject to NICs.
The employer NICs rate will increase from 13.8% to 15%, significantly raising payroll costs for businesses.
The same date also marks the introduction of the Neonatal Care (Leave and Pay) Act 2023, granting parents up to 12 weeks of paid leave if their baby requires neonatal care. This long-overdue change will provide vital support to families dealing with an unexpected hospital stay.
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<h3 class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: left;">Employment Rights Bill: more worker protections on the way</h3>
The Employment Rights Bill (ERB) sets out a range of reforms aimed at strengthening worker protections, with many expected to take effect from 2026. A key focus is expanding day-one rights, including protection from unfair dismissal as well as entitlement to paternity, parental, and bereavement leave.
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Statutory sick pay eligibility is also set to change, with plans to remove the lower earnings limit and scrap the waiting period - ensuring SSP is available from the first day of illness. Whilst these changes promise greater security and peace of mind for millions of workers who currently miss out under existing rules, it does also mean increased costs for businesses that previously relied on the exemptions. Labour also plans to do away with minimum age bands, likely affecting the 18-20 bracket, meaning all adults would be entitled to the same rate. Currently, there&rsquo;s no confirmed start date, but the changes could have a major impact on sectors like retail, leisure, and hospitality, where younger workers make up a large share of the workforce, although further clarity is needed on how they will affect agency workers &ndash; including what constitutes "day one" entitlement and how regular earnings are calculated. In the meantime, the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC) will continue to work with the Government to ensure that the final legislation is fair and takes into account the unique nature of agency work.
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Other proposed reforms include new restrictions on zero-hours contracts and fire-and-rehire practices, along with stronger protections for pregnant workers. The Government has already held consultations across some of these changes and plans to continue discussions throughout the year, although there&rsquo;s no confirmed timeline yet. With so much in the pipeline, the REC has emphasised the need for clear guidance and a collaborative approach between employers and trade unions to ensure the bill&rsquo;s measures are both practical and effective - so businesses should stay tuned and consider the potential cost implications as these reforms evolve.
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<h3 class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: left;">Draft Equality (Race and Disability) Bill: a step towards stronger protections</h3>
Targeted for spring 2025, this bill aims to tighten protections against race and disability discrimination. While an exact date isn&rsquo;t set, it&rsquo;s a crucial update for businesses looking to bolster their diversity and inclusion policies.
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<h3 class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: left;">Pensions Scheme Bill: more changes coming soon</h3>
The Pensions Scheme Bill is on the agenda, with some changes in the works for later this year. One idea is to let employers withdraw surplus funds from defined benefit (DB) schemes - a move that could certainly boost growth and enhance benefits, though these surpluses are mostly tied up in the largest schemes. More details are due in spring - so any day now!
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<h3 class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: left;">Right to Switch Off: is it on hold?</h3>
The &ldquo;right to switch off&rdquo; has been gaining traction across Europe, with Ireland adopting it as a code of practice and Belgium even making it a legal requirement. Originally expected by 2026, the statutory code of practice was meant to guide how businesses handle out-of-hours work and promote work-life balance. However, recent updates (or a lack thereof!) suggest that the Government is no longer prioritising the issue.
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<h3 class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: left;">What should employers do now?</h3>
Change can bring uncertainty, but it doesn&rsquo;t have to be stressful. The key is preparation - reviewing policies, adjusting payroll strategies, and keeping an eye on the evolving employment landscape will help businesses stay ahead.
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Not sure how these changes will impact your workforce? That&rsquo;s where we come in. As a recruitment partner who understands the complexities of employment legislation, we help businesses stay compliant, competitive, and fully staffed - even in times of change. If you&rsquo;re worried about workforce planning,<a style="color: #000000;" href="https://www.driving-force.co.uk/recruit-staff/"> let&rsquo;s talk.</a> Because the businesses that prepare now will be the ones that thrive in 2025 and beyond.

UK employment law updates: what’s changing in 2025 (and beyond)

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‘As our business grows, so does our need for great people to join us’It’s hardly surprising that happy employees stay in their job an average four times longer than their unhappy counterparts. It’s one of the reasons we work hard to create a fun, supportive workplace where our employees can thrive.

We’re always on the lookout for people who embody our core values: driven to deliver; focused on solutions; respectful relationships. Do these sound like bit of you? Then check out our <a href="/jobs/internal/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">current internal vacancies</a>. But don’t worry if nothing catches your eye right now – just get in touch with your local branch, we’re more than happy to consider you for any future vacancies!

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Looking for recruitment support? Maybe you’re after one or two ad hoc drivers, or perhaps you need a fleet full – whatever your requirements, we are here to recruit the right people for you.
Operating from one of our six regional branches across England, our consultants are on hand to offer tailored support and local knowledge for all your driver recruitment needs.
Our teams are made up of sector specialists – in fact, many of our consultants are HGV licence and CPC certificate holders, so they know exactly what it’s like out on the road. This means you’ll always be talking to someone who understands your business language.&nbsp;
We are geared up to deliver real partnerships, focused on meeting the needs of all our clients. Because it’s about more than just having enough staff – we care about providing you with the best staffing solutions, whilst maintaining a compliant service that truly reflects your company culture. <a href="https://www.driving-force.co.uk/employers-get-in-touch/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Let’s have a conversation today about how we can support you.</a>
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Our dedicated teams are geared up to deliver quality and always go the extra mile. We never settle for complacency, constantly challenging ourselves to bring that first-class service you deserve.

Meeting your needs is our priority. We’ll listen and use our industry experience to provide objective advice and a personal service, putting you in the driving seat.

Having a reliable, trustworthy agency is key to successful collaboration and achieving common goals. Let’s enjoy the journey together, and build a genuine working relationship based on mutual respect and open communication.

<h2>Talk to us about Driver CPC training</h2>
We&rsquo;re a fully qualified driving school able to support drivers through their initial and ongoing periodic training. You can find out more <a href="/employers-specialisms/cpc-training/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a>.

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By delivering unmatched dedication to customer service and satisfaction we will become the first-choice destination for drivers and customers seeking a trusted recruitment partner

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To be the driving force behind speedy and compliant recruitment solutions with a personalised approach through nurturing long-term relationships with all of our people

Driver CPC training aims to enhance road safety, improve driver skills, and ensure professional standards amongst commercial drivers.

All our drivers have already obtained their initial Driver CPC qualification, having completed a theory test, practical driving test, and a case study test, and undertaking 35 hours of periodic training every 5 years to maintain their qualification.

But did you know we’re a fully qualified driving school for CPC training? We’re committed to helping drivers stay up to date with safe driving practices, so if you’d like us to support your new recruits through their initial training, or ensure your experienced drivers continue to improve their skills with their periodic modules, we’re here to help. 

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<h2>Talk to us about Driver CPC training</h2>We’re a fully qualified driving school able to support you through your initial and ongoing periodic training. You can find out more <a href="/job-seekers-specialisms/cpc-training/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>.

<h2>Is job hunting driving you up the wall?</h2>Well, you'll be glad you've arrived here. People come back to us time and time again because we know that it's more than just finding the right driving 'job'We're 'people' people through and through who appreciate that our drivers are at the centre of everything we do. Whether you enjoy the flexibility of temporary work, or you're looking for the stability of a permanent placement, we've got you covered. If you're looking for career acceleration with a team who cares, you've come to the right place!With all sorts of roles to suit your schedule, we're confident we can help you find your perfect fit - and put you in the drivers seat.It's just a case of giving one of our <a href="/job-seekers-get-in-touch/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">local teams a call</a> or check out our<a href="/jobs/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> jobs page</a> and have a scroll through the driving roles currently available.Our core values embody everything we do here at Driving Force Recruitment; just take a look at them below...

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To work with our clients all of our drivers must have already obtained their initial Driver CPC qualification, including the theory test, practical driving test, and case study test, undertaking 35 hours of periodic training every 5 years to maintain their qualification.

But did you know we’re a fully qualified driving school for CPC training? We’re committed to helping you stay up to date with safe driving practices, so if you’d like us to support you through your initial training, or ensure you continue to improve your skills with approved periodic training modules, we’re here to help.

<h2>Talk to us about Driver CPC training</h2>We’re a fully qualified driving school able to support drivers through their initial and ongoing periodic training. You can find out more <a href="/job-seekers-specialisms/cpc-training/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>.

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<h6>Get in touch</h6><ul><li>We are on hand - no matter how big or small your driver needs.</li><li>It’s our job to listen to you so that we can provide the best solution for your business requirements – whether that’s ad hoc driver support or a full, preferred supplier review, it’s just a case of letting us know.</li><li>Drop us your vacancy needs below and we’ll get back to you – we’re available 7 days a week. Or head over to our contacts page and <a href="https://www.driving-force.co.uk/employers-get-in-touch/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">get in touch </a>with your local branch today.</li></ul>

No matter what your driving needs may be, we've got you covered. Our team comprises of highly skilled professionals, driven by innovation and backed by over 100+ years of collective expertise in the industry. Whether you're seeking experienced drivers or seeking employment opportunities, we are here to provide dedicated assistance and support.

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