HUDDERSFIELD · SELF-EMPLOYED HOME DELIVERY
We are recruiting long-distance Luton van drivers for a home delivery team based in Huddersfield, West Yorkshire. These roles suit owner drivers and experienced delivery drivers looking to become couriers who are willing to hire a suitable vehicle.
- Location
- Huddersfield, West Yorkshire
- Starting hourly rate
- Applicable UK minimum wage rate
- Working basis
- Self-employed
- Shift pattern
- 4 days on, 4 days off
- Hours
- No minimum weekly hours; maximum 45 hours per week
- Availability
- Immediate starts and part-time two-day opportunities
Starting rates match the applicable UK minimum wage rate: currently £12.71 per hour for ages 21 and over. Younger applicants follow the applicable age band. Rates checked 30 September 2026.
What you will deliver
You will deliver household goods including mattresses, tables, sofas, doors and other bulky items. The work includes loading, unloading, careful handling and customer handovers. For two-person deliveries, you will work with a delivery colleague to move goods safely and protect customers’ property.
Four days on, four days off
The rota includes weekends and bank holidays. Part-time opportunities are available over two-day periods. There are no minimum guaranteed weekly hours, and the maximum is 45 hours per week.
Pre-planned routes and overnight hotels
Routes are planned over two days, with defined start times and mileage. The advertised pattern includes two overnight stays away from home each week, with hotel accommodation provided. You need to be comfortable working away from home as part of the role.
Driver requirements
- Previous long-distance driving and home delivery experience is essential.
- You must have your own suitable vehicle or be willing to hire one from a reputable company.
- You must hold the correct driving licence for the vehicle and have no more than six penalty points.
- Drivers covered by our insurance must be over 30.
- You must be reliable, communicate politely with customers and be able to reach the Huddersfield base for scheduled starts.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to own a Luton van?
You can apply with your own suitable vehicle or be willing to hire one from a reputable company. Ask the recruitment team about the required vehicle specification and the hire, fuel and insurance arrangements before agreeing to a route.
Can I apply if I am new to self-employed courier work?
Yes, if you have the required long-distance driving and home delivery experience and can provide or hire a suitable vehicle. Previous relevant experience is essential.
Will I stay away from home?
Yes. Routes run over two days with a hotel provided for the overnight stay. The advertised pattern includes two nights away each week.
Are part-time driver roles available?
Yes. Part-time opportunities are available over two-day periods. The main rota is four days on and four days off, including weekends and bank holidays.
Are weekly hours guaranteed?
No minimum weekly hours are offered. The maximum is 45 hours per week. Starting rates match the applicable UK minimum wage rate, currently £12.71 per hour for ages 21 and over.
Apply for a Luton van driver role
Email recruitment@vandriver.work with Huddersfield Luton Driver as the subject. Include your name, phone number, postcode, driving experience, licence category and points, availability, and whether you own a van or would need to hire one.
Vacancy advertised through VanDriver.work for a Huddersfield-based home delivery team. Published 30 September 2026.