Class 1 Driver in Bedford
| Posting date: | 20 February 2026 |
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| Salary: | £18.5 to £24.93 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 22 March 2026 |
| Location: | Bedford |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Ideal Recruit Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | Class 1 Driver BM-446379 |
Summary
Ideal Recruit is currently looking for experienced HGV Class 1 (C+E) Drivers for a well-established client based in Bedford.
This is a full time opportunity with guaranteed shifts and consistent work.
Job details:
• Average of 3–4 drops per shift (palletised goods – loading and unloading required)
• Experience with refrigerated units preferred.
We have both Permanent and long term agency positions available, on the following shift patterns:
• PERMANENT - Fri-Mon (2 hour start window between 08:00-14:00)
• PERMANENT OR AGENCY - 4 on, 4 off TRAMPING (01:00-02:00 or 11:00-12:00 start window)
• AGENCY ONLY - 4 on, 4 off (00:00-02:00 start window)
• AGENCY SHUNTER - 4on, 4 off (18:00-06:00)
Permanent Pay Rates:
• Monday-Friday £18.50ph
• Weekend £21.10ph
• Plus £10.00 tax free meal allowance per day
Agency Pay Rates:
• Monday to Friday: £19.50ph (or £21.85 inc holiday)
• Saturday and Sunday: £22.25ph (or £24.93 inc holiday)
Requirements:
• Assessment required before starting.
• Valid HGV Class 1 (C+E) licence.
• Minimum 12 months of experience as a Class 1 driver.
• Valid Driver CPC and Digital Tachograph card.
• No more than 6 points on licence (minor endorsements only).
Interested? Apply now or send us a message with (your name + Bedford) to Sammie 07592 502 832.
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