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As one of our Self-Employed Core Delivery Drivers you'll enjoy freedom, flexibility and better financial rewards, plus all the support and benefits of being part of our wider Yodel team. You don't need any experience, and the more you deliver, the more you earn.

Competitive rates for each parcel you deliver or collect
Typically, our Delivery Drivers can earn anything between £18 - £20p/h (paid per parcel).
We're in the business of delivering promises as well as parcels therefore we're raising our game and giving you more reasons to come and join us. All our rates are competitively enhanced taking business mileage and operational costs into consideration. It's a total gamechanger.

Daily & Weekly Payment Options
Yodel offer flexible payment options to all Self Employed delivery drivers, giving you the supplier the option to access earnings from the very next day via an app provided by our early access partner, Onsi or alternatively, suppliers can join the weekly payment cycle scheme, which kicks in following 4 weeks of completed delivery services.

Both payment options allows you, the supplier, to receive more regular payments for the delivery services you have provided.

We have plenty of parcels for to deliver
There are plenty of parcels to deliver meaning the earning opportunity is in your hands. Our parcels weigh up to a maximum of 15kg and can vary in size. You can realistically deliver and collect between 16-25 parcels an hour depending on the area and your experience, for 6 days a week. The more you deliver, the more you earn with the opportunity to take more parcels and boost your revenue.

We'll give you freedom and flexibility
You can plan your own route or use our handy award-winning app with simple instructions and built in optimisation which will help you prepare and plan your routes more easily, as well as allowing you to liaise directly with customers.

We'll offer regular work in the same area, 6 days a week
We deliver parcels for some of the biggest retailers around. So, there's no shortage of parcels to deliver. Plus, you'll be able to stay local and get to know the roads and customers.

We'll develop and support you
You'll get all the independence of being self-employed, plus the backing of our expert team and access to a Yodel representative, to answer your questions.

Each day is what you make it. You can plan your own route, which will keep things fresh and interesting. And at each delivery or doorstep, use your mobile to scan parcels and make sure they're safely received by the customer, so there's no difficult technology for you to get to grips with. We will arrange a suitable time for you to collect your parcels daily, or for those located within a more rural area, we can drop to you. Simple!

Want a bit more? All our Self Employed Delivery Drivers have access to:

- Partner Discounts - Including Naked Wines, Beer Hawk and Hello Fresh.
- Health and Wellbeing Programmes - Offering support from managing relationships to finance
- Develop and grow your business - There's plenty of parcels to deliver meaning the earning opportunity is in your hands

No, experience, no problem! We give full training and support to help you get on your way.
All you need to show us is the following to get started:
- Access to a insured car or van (up to 3.5 tonne)
- A full UK or EC/EEA Driving Licence
- Proof of Right to Work in the UK
- IOS or Android smart phone
- Proof of own bank account
- And finally, have a great attitude
Yodel recognises that its people are fundamental to its success. We are committed to equal opportunities, we value differences between people, and we aim to build teams that represent a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills.
If you would like to discuss any accessibility requirements for the recruitment process or the role, please contact the recruitment team who will be happy to discuss
We are looking to partner up with more Self Employed Delivery Drivers than ever before so register your interest today!

Multiple positions are available and hiring is ongoing to meet the wide variety of needs we support.

We are on a mission to transform the quality of education provided to young people with SEN (Special Education Needs) / SEND (Special Education Needs and Disabilities), as well as other needs such as SEMH needs (Social, Emotional and Mental Health). We are increasingly supporting children and young people with MLD (Moderate Learning Difficulties) and SLD (Severe Learning Difficulties).

We are looking for SEN / SEND tutors with a genuine passion for transforming the lives of disengaged, at-risk, and vulnerable learners in Lancashire.

At Targeted Provision our mission is to raise the standard of educational support offered to vulnerable young people in the UK. We keep the team around the child, and you will be supported throughout every placement by our team of SEN / SEND Support Specialists.

This role is perfect for qualified SEN / SEND teachers who are eager to work via 1:1 tutoring with children and young people with a variety of learning needs, in a creative, flexible, holistic, and trauma-informed manner, to raise their engagement and drastically improve the outlook of their educational journey.

• Flexible part-time up to full-time hours to suit you schedule
• Occasional opportunities to take on remote jobs and online teaching assignments and work from home
• Extensive CPD and upskilling opportunities, including access to the full Tes CPD suite while working with us
• A SEN / SEND Support Team dedicated to keeping a team around the child, and ensuring that every placement is a success for the young person and you
• We invite every active tutor to join our tutor community, where our tutors and ourselves share best practice, resources, and tips
• A place as part of a child-centred company committed to transforming the world of support for vulnerable young people for the better

• This role will involve providing Maths, English, or Science tuition to young people with Special Education Needs and Disabilities (SEND), Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs (SEMH), Moderate and Severe Learning Difficulties (MLD / SLD), or other Additional Educational Needs referred to Targeted Provision
• These young people are referred to us by local authorities and schools and will require some level of support in their educational and social-emotional journey
• If selected, your role will be to provide this support via flexible and holistic trauma-informed tutoring and mentoring

• Planning each session of teaching / tutoring / mentoring
• Providing the young person with holistic and engaging sessions which meet their needs and advance their educational and social-emotional journey
• Completing lesson reports and providing feedback on the young person's progress

• Professional Teaching Qualifications (Qualified Teacher Status / QTS / QTLS)
• Minimum 2 years teaching experience
• Experience working with young people with SEND, SEMH, MLD, SLD, and / or other Additional Educational Needs
• Experience, knowledge and understanding of safeguarding processes
• Enhanced DBS (we can help obtain this at cost if needed)
• Two professional references
• You must be based in the UK with the right to work in the UK, even for remote / online assignments

It is a strict requirement that you have the ability to work in a way that promotes the health, safety and wellbeing of children and young people and follow safeguarding policies and procedures at all times.

• This position involves engaging with us as a Worker, to provide short-term engagements as and when they arise
• You will work through a contract for service and will be paid via PAYE
• We do not offer any set amount of work nor expenses coverage
• Our insurance covers the work you do for us
• This is not a self-employed tutoring / self-employed teaching position

We look forward to receiving your CV, outlining your relevant skills and experience that can help make a difference.

Due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to respond to every applicant. We aim to respond to all successful applicants within two weeks.

We are keen to hear from candidates from all backgrounds. The over 2 million vulnerable children in the UK are disproportionately constituted of minority and LGBTQIA+ communities, as well as people with disabilities, refugees and migrants, and people living with mental health conditions. It is integral to our mission of raising the standard of support for the UK's vulnerable learners that we engage tutors from all backgrounds so that our tutors can share/relate to the experiences of our students.

We take Safer Recruitment seriously. All candidates must pass through our strict processes to ensure their suitability to work with children and young people before being considered for work with us.

Interviews are being scheduled on a rolling basis.

Individuals with highly relevant experience from teaching background often have worked in the following roles:

• SENCo (Special Education Needs Coordinator)
• SLD / MLD Teacher
• Autism / ADHD Support Teacher
• Intervention Specialist
• Ex-Teacher

Other highly relevant roles from therapeutic and learning support background include

• Learning Support Assistant (LSA)
• Educational Therapist
• Speech and Language Therapist
• Educational Psychologist
• Inclusion Coordinator

If you hold one of these roles, meet our requirements, and are considering a career change please do consider applying with us.

Deliver with us this busy season as a seasonal delivery partner. To continue delivering smiles to all our customers, we are opening additional spots for delivery partners, specifically during the winter months. Take this opportunity to make quicker progress towards your goals and enjoy increased flexibility over your schedule. Offering seasonal delivery opportunities helps us to ensure that the number of delivery partners on our programme matches our anticipated customer demand, all to maintain the highest programme standards. Your Amazon Flex account will remain active until Jan 9, 2026. After this time, you will be added to our waiting list. Continue to access fuel savings and other offers via our deals & discounts programme whilst you wait.

Amazon Flex delivery partner - Earn £14 to £8* per hour.

Deliver packages with your own vehicle and get paid weekly. Flexible hours. Be your own boss and get access to a wide range of exclusive deals & discounts.

What is Amazon Flex? It’s simple! You use your own vehicle and smartphone to deliver packages for Amazon. Save up for something big, earn extra money for day-to-day expenses, and get closer to your goals with Amazon Flex.

Deliver. Earn. Achieve. Repeat. Earn £1 8* an hour delivering parcels.

Flexible delivery blocks, without guesswork. Schedule blocks in advance or pick them each day based on your availability, whether that's around school runs, weekends, or evenings. You’ll know when you’re delivering, for how long, and how much you can earn before you begin. Join thousands of delivery partners from all walks of life balancing delivering with family life, career changes, or seeking additional income. Plus, Amazon Flex delivery partners get access to exclusive deals and discounts. Get cash back and discounts on fuel, electric charging, vehicle maintenance and more through Onsi and bp pulse.

With bp pulse, you can enjoy the benefits of a full bp pulse subscription and save on average 20%*** off bp pulse contactless electric vehicle charging, with discounted rates starting at just £0.4 kWh.

With Onsi, you can get access to deals on supermarkets including ASDA, Aldi and Tesco, as well as discounts on a variety of big-name mobility and technology brands like Apple, Vodafone and Halfords.

Who can deliver with Amazon Flex? To become a delivery partner, you will need a valid UK driving licence, an iPhone or Android smartphone and a mid-size EV vehicle with 5 seats or larger. You will also need a UK National Insurance Number, proof of your Right to Work in the UK, commercial vehicle insurance (also referred to as ‘hire and reward’ insurance) and, to pass a background and criminal record check which includes, but is not limited to, a review of driving licence records. No previous experience as a transportation driver, truck driver, taxi driver, courier driver or delivery driver is necessary. Current Amazon employees are not eligible to be delivery partners.

Becoming a delivery partner: How do I sign up? Simply tap the apply button to visit the Amazon Flex website and download the app today. After you download the Amazon Flex app, it will guide you step-by-step through the onboarding process. Once you have uploaded all required documents and passed your background check, which includes a criminal record check, you will be able to schedule a block and start delivering smiles!

* Earnings estimates are based on location and delivering a number of packages across an estimated length of time (referred to as a block), completed while driving a standard motorized vehicle. Should Amazon Flex introduce blocks eligible to be delivered using scooters or other alternative modes of transportation, different rates may apply. We aim to ensure that the number of packages you are assigned to deliver within your block is realistic, taking into account congestion and the primary requirement to drive safely. However, the actual time taken per delivery may vary (because it could, occasionally, take less or more time than expected) so the earnings per hour may vary.

** Based on UK average fuel consumption for a courier or logistics vehicle.
*** Partner Terms and Conditions apply

Deliver with us this busy season as a seasonal delivery partner. To continue delivering smiles to all our customers, we are opening additional spots for delivery partners, specifically during the winter months. Take this opportunity to make quicker progress towards your goals and enjoy increased flexibility over your schedule. Offering seasonal delivery opportunities helps us to ensure that the number of delivery partners on our programme matches our anticipated customer demand, all to maintain the highest programme standards. Your Amazon Flex account will remain active until Jan 9, 2026. After this time, you will be added to our waiting list. Continue to access fuel savings and other offers via our deals & discounts programme whilst you wait.

Amazon Flex delivery partner - Earn £14 to £8* per hour.

Deliver packages with your own vehicle and get paid weekly. Flexible hours. Be your own boss and get access to a wide range of exclusive deals & discounts.

What is Amazon Flex? It’s simple! You use your own vehicle and smartphone to deliver packages for Amazon. Save up for something big, earn extra money for day-to-day expenses, and get closer to your goals with Amazon Flex.

Deliver. Earn. Achieve. Repeat. Earn £1 8* an hour delivering parcels.

Flexible delivery blocks, without guesswork. Schedule blocks in advance or pick them each day based on your availability, whether that's around school runs, weekends, or evenings. You’ll know when you’re delivering, for how long, and how much you can earn before you begin. Join thousands of delivery partners from all walks of life balancing delivering with family life, career changes, or seeking additional income. Plus, Amazon Flex delivery partners get access to exclusive deals and discounts. Get cash back and discounts on fuel, electric charging, vehicle maintenance and more through Onsi and bp pulse.

With bp pulse, you can enjoy the benefits of a full bp pulse subscription and save on average 20%*** off bp pulse contactless electric vehicle charging, with discounted rates starting at just £0.4 kWh.

With Onsi, you can get access to deals on supermarkets including ASDA, Aldi and Tesco, as well as discounts on a variety of big-name mobility and technology brands like Apple, Vodafone and Halfords.

Who can deliver with Amazon Flex? To become a delivery partner, you will need a valid UK driving licence, an iPhone or Android smartphone and a mid-size EV vehicle with 5 seats or larger. You will also need a UK National Insurance Number, proof of your Right to Work in the UK, commercial vehicle insurance (also referred to as ‘hire and reward’ insurance) and, to pass a background and criminal record check which includes, but is not limited to, a review of driving licence records. No previous experience as a transportation driver, truck driver, taxi driver, courier driver or delivery driver is necessary. Current Amazon employees are not eligible to be delivery partners.

Becoming a delivery partner: How do I sign up? Simply tap the apply button to visit the Amazon Flex website and download the app today. After you download the Amazon Flex app, it will guide you step-by-step through the onboarding process. Once you have uploaded all required documents and passed your background check, which includes a criminal record check, you will be able to schedule a block and start delivering smiles!

* Earnings estimates are based on location and delivering a number of packages across an estimated length of time (referred to as a block), completed while driving a standard motorized vehicle. Should Amazon Flex introduce blocks eligible to be delivered using scooters or other alternative modes of transportation, different rates may apply. We aim to ensure that the number of packages you are assigned to deliver within your block is realistic, taking into account congestion and the primary requirement to drive safely. However, the actual time taken per delivery may vary (because it could, occasionally, take less or more time than expected) so the earnings per hour may vary.

** Based on UK average fuel consumption for a courier or logistics vehicle.
*** Partner Terms and Conditions apply

Deliver with us this busy season as a seasonal delivery partner. To continue delivering smiles to all our customers, we are opening additional spots for delivery partners, specifically during the winter months. Take this opportunity to make quicker progress towards your goals and enjoy increased flexibility over your schedule. Offering seasonal delivery opportunities helps us to ensure that the number of delivery partners on our programme matches our anticipated customer demand, all to maintain the highest programme standards. Your Amazon Flex account will remain active until Jan 9, 2026. After this time, you will be added to our waiting list. Continue to access fuel savings and other offers via our deals & discounts programme whilst you wait.

Amazon Flex delivery partner - Earn £14 to £8* per hour.

Deliver packages with your own vehicle and get paid weekly. Flexible hours. Be your own boss and get access to a wide range of exclusive deals & discounts.

What is Amazon Flex? It’s simple! You use your own vehicle and smartphone to deliver packages for Amazon. Save up for something big, earn extra money for day-to-day expenses, and get closer to your goals with Amazon Flex.

Deliver. Earn. Achieve. Repeat. Earn £1 8* an hour delivering parcels.

Flexible delivery blocks, without guesswork. Schedule blocks in advance or pick them each day based on your availability, whether that's around school runs, weekends, or evenings. You’ll know when you’re delivering, for how long, and how much you can earn before you begin. Join thousands of delivery partners from all walks of life balancing delivering with family life, career changes, or seeking additional income. Plus, Amazon Flex delivery partners get access to exclusive deals and discounts. Get cash back and discounts on fuel, electric charging, vehicle maintenance and more through Onsi and bp pulse.

With bp pulse, you can enjoy the benefits of a full bp pulse subscription and save on average 20%*** off bp pulse contactless electric vehicle charging, with discounted rates starting at just £0.4 kWh.

With Onsi, you can get access to deals on supermarkets including ASDA, Aldi and Tesco, as well as discounts on a variety of big-name mobility and technology brands like Apple, Vodafone and Halfords.

Who can deliver with Amazon Flex? To become a delivery partner, you will need a valid UK driving licence, an iPhone or Android smartphone and a mid-size EV vehicle with 5 seats or larger. You will also need a UK National Insurance Number, proof of your Right to Work in the UK, commercial vehicle insurance (also referred to as ‘hire and reward’ insurance) and, to pass a background and criminal record check which includes, but is not limited to, a review of driving licence records. No previous experience as a transportation driver, truck driver, taxi driver, courier driver or delivery driver is necessary. Current Amazon employees are not eligible to be delivery partners.

Becoming a delivery partner: How do I sign up? Simply tap the apply button to visit the Amazon Flex website and download the app today. After you download the Amazon Flex app, it will guide you step-by-step through the onboarding process. Once you have uploaded all required documents and passed your background check, which includes a criminal record check, you will be able to schedule a block and start delivering smiles!

* Earnings estimates are based on location and delivering a number of packages across an estimated length of time (referred to as a block), completed while driving a standard motorized vehicle. Should Amazon Flex introduce blocks eligible to be delivered using scooters or other alternative modes of transportation, different rates may apply. We aim to ensure that the number of packages you are assigned to deliver within your block is realistic, taking into account congestion and the primary requirement to drive safely. However, the actual time taken per delivery may vary (because it could, occasionally, take less or more time than expected) so the earnings per hour may vary.

** Based on UK average fuel consumption for a courier or logistics vehicle.
*** Partner Terms and Conditions apply

About the Role  

To be employed in this role you must be over the age of 18 and pass an enhanced safeguarding check. 

Our stores operate 24 hours per day, 7 days per week, with that brings a wide variety of shift patterns – if you're looking for flexible working to fit around your lifestyle, then look no further! We'll work with you on your shifts, but late and weekend working is a requirement of the role and we may need to be flexible with your work pattern.   

Our in-store Opticians are hugely popular with our customers and they'll expect the same warmth and friendliness they get everywhere else in the store – as well as being confident and relaxed about discussing personal ocular health issues, quickly resolving customer problems and taking customers to the right products. 

You will be responsible for preparing patients for their eye examination and explaining what each stage of the eye test involves, completing pre-screening examinations and booking appointments for customers. You will also be dispensing spectacles and contact lenses as well as dealing with repairs and adjustments while ensuring stock has been received by the supplier.

We'll help you to become a star colleague from learning how to dispense glasses and contact lenses, looking after repairs, adjustments and glasses verification to teaching contact lens insertion and removals – with our great training and support, we'll help you keep getting better and better.  You’ll either complete our dedicated Asda Optical Step In training programme or have the opportunity to enroll on to the Level 3 Optical Assistant Apprenticeship, the training route you take depends on which nation you work and whether you meet the apprenticeship entry requirements but either way, Asda will support you in becoming a fantastic optical colleague, who can deliver amazing customer service and patient care. Once you become a fully trained optical colleague, there are opportunities to progress your career at Asda Opticians. We may offer our high performing colleagues a chance to become a GOC registered Dispensing Optician via the Level 6 Dispensing Optician Apprenticeship.

About You 

You'll be naturally friendly, highly organised and want to get stuck in, working with your team to deliver great results. You have good computer skills, attention to detail and you communicate well with customers. You also love problem solving and are confident working with numbers. You're passionate about helping people and care about giving customers a great healthcare experience, helping them find what they need and having a chat along the way. 

Asda, that’s more like it

Apply today by completing an online application… 

Everything you'll love

Alongside a competitive salary, you'll get lots of other great benefits too, including:

• Colleague discount: 15% off your shopping at Asda from day 1 for you and a nominated user
• Discounted rates and special offers on Asda services such as Mobile, Pharmacy, Opticians, Personal Loan, Pet Insurance, Travel Insurance, Travel Money, Tyres, Breakdown Cover
• Wagestream: access to flexible pay, income tracker, financial coaching, exclusive savings account and much more.
• Company pension
• Wellbeing: including 24/7 virtual GP, 24/7 EAP service, as well as access to free counselling, legal, mortgage, cancer and bereavement support
• Asda Allies Inclusion Networks – helping colleagues to make sure everybody is included and that our differences are recognised and celebrated.
• Excellent parental leave policies, including maternity & adoption leave, paternity leave, shared parental leave, neonatal care leave, and support for those doing fertility treatments.
• Colleague recognition programme
• Special offers and discounts across a range of services and activities, from airport parking to theme parks and cinemas.

At Calisen , we’re not just about the job – we’re about you . With our incredible benefits package, there’s never been a better time to join. Whether you’re looking for financial security, a better work-life balance, or opportunities to grow, we’ve got you covered.

Don’t wait – take the next step in your career with Calisen.

What We Offer

We’ve supercharged our benefits, making Calisen the place to be:

• Competitive Salary : £40,004.40 per annum, with our annual salary review ensuring your efforts are always rewarded. (Plus £,000 London Weighting if you live within in the M25)
• Birthday Off : Celebrate your day, on us!
• Life Assurance : Protection for you and your loved ones (4x your salary).
• Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Leave : Supporting you through life’s biggest moments.
• My Rewards Platform : Discounts from hundreds of top retailers, just for being part of the team.

And that’s not all:

• 30 Days Holiday : Increasing to 33 days with service (including bank holidays).
• Company Sick Pay : Supporting you during unexpected health challenges.
• Pension Plan : Secure your future with our robust pension scheme.
• Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme : Drive into a greener future.
• Health-Shield Benefits Program : Enjoy discounts, claim back on health expenses, and more.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Plan : Because your mental health matters.
• Professional Growth Opportunities : Join a rapidly expanding market leader where your career can thrive.

Other Benefits:

• Daily bonus- Earn from £16. per meter (from 7th meter)
• Quarterly Bonus- Up to 50
• Available Overtime and On Call

Our Ideal Candidate

• Previous Dual Fuel experience within the past 12 months
• CCN1/CMA1/3 &MET1 with 6 months remaining on qualifications.
• Full manual driving licence (company van will be provided)

The Company

We’re part of the Calisen Group, leading the way in smarter, more sustainable energy. From smart metering and EV charging to data services and heat electrification, we power the future.

Why Join Us?

• We’re a proud Real Living Wage employer, committed to fair pay and a thriving workplace.
• We celebrate diversity and are an inclusive, equal opportunity employer.
• We support reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process, just let us know what you need.
• Please note that all successful applicants will undergo relevant employment reference, background, financial and criminal record checks, appropriate for the role offered.
• We are partnered with Cappfinity to deliver psychometric and situational assessments. These tools help us better understand your natural strengths and how you might approach real-life scenarios relevant to the role. If your application progresses, you’ll receive full details and support to complete the assessments.