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 Welder Jobs

Q What is the National Living Wage rate for welders in the United Kingdom from April 2026?
The National Living Wage for workers aged 21 and over is £12.80 per hour as of 1 April 2026 according to the Department for Business and Trade. Welders must receive this rate for all hours worked including overtime at 1.5 times the hourly rate after 40 hours per week. Employers in construction must also pay at least £35,000 annual equivalent for sponsored roles under the Skilled Worker visa route.
Q What visa sponsorship requirements apply to non-UK welders seeking jobs in the United Kingdom in 2026?
Non-UK welders require a Skilled Worker visa sponsored by a licensed employer with a valid Certificate of Sponsorship issued after 6 April 2026. The role must meet the £38,700 minimum salary threshold or the going rate for welders of £18.50 per hour whichever is higher. Applicants must also hold at least B1 English language certification and pay the Immigration Health Surcharge of £1,035 per year.
Q What qualifications and experience are required to work as a welder in the United Kingdom in 2026?
Welders must hold a Level 2 or Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Welding or equivalent plus a valid CSCS card at blue skilled worker level. A minimum of 2 years documented experience in MIG TIG or arc welding processes is required for most construction sites. Employers must verify qualifications through the UK NARIC service before offering employment.
Q What are the legal working hours and annual leave entitlements for welders in the United Kingdom in 2026?
Welders are limited to an average of 48 hours per week over a 17-week reference period under the Working Time Regulations 1998. Full-time welders receive 5.6 weeks of paid annual leave including bank holidays equating to 28 days for a 5-day week. Night shift welders must receive an additional £2.50 per hour allowance and health assessments every 2 years.
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