Driver | Manchester, UK

Driver | Manchester, UK


Company
Uber
Location
Manchester
Job Type
Full–time and Part-time
Posted
1 day ago
Via
via Uber
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Job Description
An alternative to traditional driving jobs in Manchester.

If you’re looking for driver jobs in Manchester, instead be your own boss and give Uber a try. Earn while driving when you want, on the platform with one of the largest networks of active riders.

Driving with Uber in Manchester offers a flexible earning opportunity. It’s a great alternative to traditional full-time driver jobs, part-time driver jobs, or other part-time gigs, temp jobs, or seasonal employment. Or maybe you’re already a driver and want to supplement your income by becoming a driver using the Uber platform. Drivers using Uber come from all backgrounds and industries, setting their own schedule to make life work for them.

Uber offers an alternative to traditional driver jobs in major cities in the United Kingdom, including London, Liverpool, Manchester, Birmingham, and Glasgow—plus hundreds of other cities of all sizes across the country.

Uber’s mission is to create opportunity through movement. We started in 2010 to solve a simple problem: How do you get access to a ride at the touch of a button? More than 15 billion trips later, we’re building products to get people closer to where they want to be. By changing how people, food, and things move through cities, Uber is a platform that opens up the world to new possibilities

You must meet certain requirements to drive with Uber depending on where you choose to drive. Uber is available in more than 15,000 cities worldwide. We welcome drivers from the driving industry, such as bus, truck, taxi, limo, catering, and commercial drivers. It’s easy to get started.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Driver Jobs

Q What is the National Living Wage rate for HGV drivers in the United Kingdom from April 2026?
The National Living Wage for drivers aged 21 and over is £12.80 per hour as of 1 April 2026. All hours including loading and waiting time must be paid at this rate with no exceptions for piecework. Employers must also pay £1.26 per hour extra for night work between 11pm and 6am.
Q Which driving licence category and CPC qualification are required to drive 7.5 tonne lorries in the UK in 2026?
Drivers need a Category C1 licence plus Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) card issued by DVSA. The initial CPC costs £300 and requires 35 hours of periodic training every five years. Without a valid CPC card drivers cannot legally operate goods vehicles over 3.5 tonnes.
Q How many hours can lorry drivers legally work per week under GB domestic rules in 2026?
Drivers are limited to 10 hours driving per day and 48 hours per week on average over a 17-week reference period. They must take 11 consecutive hours of rest in every 24-hour period. Tachograph records must be kept for at least 28 days and shown to DVSA on request.
Q What visa route and salary threshold apply to non-UK lorry drivers applying for work in 2026?
Non-UK drivers must apply under the Skilled Worker visa with a minimum salary of £38,700 or the going rate for HGV drivers whichever is higher. The visa requires a Certificate of Sponsorship from a licensed employer and costs £719 for a three-year visa. Drivers from Ireland are exempt under Common Travel Area rules.
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