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3.5 Tonne Driver – Kelso, Scottish BordersPeople Solutions are currently recruiting for a 3.5 Tonne Driver based in Kelso, Scottish Borders.This is a fantastic opportunity offering ongoing work, and genuine potential for progression.This role would suit applicants that have worked in a role of Delivery Driver, Van Driver or Courier.You must undergo a DS/DBS check for this role.Shifts:• Monday to Friday • Start times between 05:00 and 06:00Rates of Pay:• £12.71 per hourBenefits:As a 3.5 Tonne Driver, you will receive:• Ongoing work • Weekly pay • Training provided • Immediate starts • Employee well-being programme • Guaranteed minimum 50 hours’ pay per week (even if routes finish early)Day-to-Day Duties: Your duties as a 3.5 Tonne Driver will include:• Multi-drop deliveries (approximately 20–25 drops per day) • Loading and unloading boxes and packages • Loading the vehicle for the following day’s routes • Ensuring all loads are safe and secure • Completing vehicle inspections and reporting faults • Operating a 3.5 tonne refrigerated van safely and efficiently • Maintaining accurate delivery records and paperwork • Communicating effectively with staff at delivery locations • Adhering to food hygiene regulations • Monitoring and maintaining correct refrigeration temperaturesEssential Skills:The skills required to be a 3.5 Tonne Driver are:• Previous multi-drop experience (preferred) • Valid UK Category B licence, held for at least two years (some points considered) • Strong knowledge of vehicle operation and driving regulations • Good written and verbal communication skills • Ability to identify and report vehicle safety issues • Good knowledge of road networks and navigation tools • Ability to work to tight deadlines and use own initiative • Must undergo a DS/DBS check (good repute required)Desirable Experience:• Experience driving commercial vehicles • Basic food hygiene knowledge (training provided)Training:• Internal food hygiene training • Vehicle maintenance and safety training • Compliance and regulatory trainingApply:If you are ready to take on this opportunity, apply today or contact our recruitment team for more information.People Solutions do not charge candidates any fees or request deposits at any stage of the recruitment process

About the role Overtime opportunities also available Do you want more local driving and be a valued member of a delivery team? This may be the role for you. Working 45 hours per week you will enjoy a varied role driving locally as well as building relationships with our regular customers.  Our drivers are the beating heart of our business and you will play a vital role in ensuring customers receive their deliveries on time and with a great service.   Working on an “Any 5 from 7” contract, our shift patterns will include some weekend working. What is in it for you At Booker, along with being a great place to work and giving you an opportunity to get on in your career, we also offer the following fantastic package of benefits: A Booker colleague card with 10% off purchases at Booker and double discount events up to three times a year.After 3 months service, a Tesco colleague discount card with 10% increasing to 15% off most purchases at Tesco for a 4 day period after every four-weekly pay day, ie. thirteen times a year. In addition to 10% off at Tesco Cafe and 20% off all F&F purchases.10% off pay monthly & SIM only deals with Tesco Mobile for yourself, along with further great deals through-out the year.Up to 30% off car, pet and home insurance at Tesco bank. Terms and conditions apply.Free eye test when you spend £50 or more. You can also save 30% when you spend £50 or more on glasses, prescription sunglasses and contact lenses.50% off health checks at Tesco Pharmacy.Exclusive access to discounted RAC breakdown cover ratesAn exclusive deals and discounts website saving you money on everyday purchases including a cycle to work scheme.After 3 months service, you can join our annual Save As You Earn share scheme which allows you to buy Tesco shares in the future at a discount.Retirement savings plan (pension) - save up to 5% and Booker will match your contribution.Life Assurance - You are covered for death in service life cover of up to three times annual payHealth and Wellbeing support and resources including our 24/7, confidential Employee Assistance Programme and Virtual GP for you and your family.A great holiday package You will be responsible for Making sure our customers are able to keep their shelves full with the products needed by their customers. You’ll be loading stock in to the vehicle at the Branch and unloading at the customer premises. You’ll also need to ensure the paperwork is completed accurately. You will need Cat C / 18T Licence Previous experience of driving (at least two years) Previous experience of delivery driving is preferred Ability to carry out manual deliveries Excellent interpersonal skills with a positive customer service attitude Good level of literacy and numeracy About us Booker is the UK's leading food & drink wholesaler. We are privileged to serve independent retailers, caterers and small businesses, from locations across the country. We operate over 190 cash and carry branches, 8 distribution centres, 5 Best Food Logistics sites, as well as 6 support centre locations across the UK.  Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DE&I) at Booker means that whoever you are and whatever your background, we always want you to feel represented and that you can be yourself at work. In short, we’re a place where Everyone’s Welcome. We know life looks a little different for each of us. That’s why at Booker and Best, we always welcome conversations about flexible working. Some people are at the start of their careers; some want the freedom to do the things they love. Others are going through life-changing moments like becoming a carer, nearing retirement, adapting to parenthood, or something else. So, talk to us throughout your application about how we may be able to support you. We’re proud that Booker is a Disability Confident Committed Leader and we’re committed to providing a fully inclusive and accessible recruitment process. For further information on the accessibility support you can expect, please contact  Please note We can only accept candidates over the age of 18 if the role requires working before 6:15 am or after 9:45 pm or involves working in areas such as the warehouse, beers, wines & spirits, and driving roles. On the occasions where we have high volumes of applicants, some roles may close earlier than the advertised end date in order for us to manage all of the applicants appropriately. We will only be able to offer individual feedback to those candidates who attend an interview. *Booker Group is part of Tesco plc, however, is operated separately from the core Tesco business and as such the benefits offered will be different from those offered at Tesco* For more information about us please visit www.bookergroupjobs.co.uk

TLC advertJoin our specialist support worker team! We're seeking experienced and passionate support workers or senior support workers committed to making a difference in the lives of vulnerable children and young people. You'll join specialist teams providing high-level support, creating safe environments, and understanding the impact of trauma on young people's behaviors and communication.Benefits of joining a specialist team:Elevated pay rateConsistent and predictable rolling rotaSupportive team and excellent communication from RandstadVariety of pay optionsOpportunity to use and develop specialist skillsAccess to professional development trainingWhat to expect:Dedicate your experience to a child or young personProvide day-to-day support (activities, appointments, family contact) - ideally with a driver's license and business insuranceEngage and encourage participation in activities and structureProvide accurate reports for care plans and goalsPlay a critical role in safety and wellbeingWhat you will bring:To excel, you'll need to demonstrate:Experience supporting children and young people in a residential settingConfidence in de-escalating heightened behaviors and using de-escalation techniquesExperience making decisions in challenging situationsUnderstanding of detailed and accurate record-keeping and incident reportingCreativity in engaging and building trustSound communication and judgmentClarity on protecting personal and professional boundariesCommitment:As an integral part of a specialist team, we're looking for individuals who can:Be a consistent part of a team offering dedicated supportProvide and maintain availability for the duration of supportTake time to read relevant reports, referrals, and profilesPersonality:Our successful specialist staff teams are passionate and deeply committed. We look for individuals who demonstrate:Calmness during crisis situations (aggression, self-harm, destructive behaviors)Confidence to make prompt daily decisionsUnderstanding of how trauma, experiences, and diagnoses impact behaviorsNon-judgmental approach, keeping an open mindResilience to continue supporting through stressful situations and trying new ways to engageObservant with heightened awareness to share insights through reports and meetingsSkills and training:Ideally, a driver's license and business insuranceDBS on update service or support for new applicationRegistered with relevant regulatory bodyPMVA trained - ideally or willing to undertake trainingWhat to expect next:We offer excellent opportunities for professional development in children's services across the UK. Apply today! You'll receive a call and email from a dedicated consultant to provide more information, answer questions, and understand your experience, guiding you through the simple next steps.Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.