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Class 1 Driver

Job details
Posting date: 06 January 2026
Salary: £14.25 to £17.25 per hour
Additional salary information: £25.00 night out allowance
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 05 February 2026
Location: Sunderland, Tyne and Wear, SR5 3JG
Company: The Best Connection Group Limited
Job type: Temporary
Job reference: JN -082025-6299_1767712537

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Summary

Class 1 Driver - Sunderland

Class 1 Driver Jobs in Sunderland | £14.25-£17.25 per hour + Night Out Allowance

The Best Connection is proud to be working with a large, well-established haulage company based in Sunderland, who are continuing to grow their operation.

Due to this planned growth, they are looking to recruit reliable and professional Class 1 (CE) Drivers in Sunderland for day shifts with regular nights out.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Class 1 Driver in Sunderland seeking ongoing, well organised work with a reputable haulage company.

Class 1 Driver - Sunderland | Job Details
  • Day shifts with nights out
  • Start times vary depending on destination (typically around 06:00)
  • A to B trunking
  • Pre-loaded vehicles
  • Pre-planned routes
  • Load strapping only
  • No handball involved
Class 1 Driver - Sunderland | Pay Rates (PAYE)
  • Monday to Friday: £14.25 per hour
  • Saturday: £16.25 per hour
  • Sunday: £17.25 per hour
  • £25.00 night out allowance
Benefits of Working with The Best Connection
  • 28 days annual leave pro-rata for PAYE (inclusive of statutory holidays)
  • Weekly pay
  • Pension contribution
  • Online payslips with easy access to personal data
  • 24/7 support from dedicated driving consultants
  • Ongoing temporary assignments
  • Temporary and full-time Class 1 Driver opportunities in Sunderland (flexibility to suit your schedule)

The Best Connection is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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