Casual Delivery Driver Libraries

We are looking for a Casual Delivery Driver to help provide the delivery service to the libraries in Bedford Borough and Central Bedfordshire. You will be delivering new stock and moving books and other items between branches.

The delivery routes start and end at Borough Hall in Bedford. You will be covering for drivers when they are on leave or off sick so you may need to be able to work at short notice. You need to hold a clean and current driving licence and be able to lift and move boxes of books.

You will be required to have a driving assessment.

If you would like more information about this post please contact Jeannine Carroll at the Libraries Hub 01234 228325 or jeannine.carroll@bedford.gov.uk

How to apply

When you are ready to apply, click on ‘Apply for Vacancy’; you will be asked to upload a CV and answer some application questions.  The application questions require a yes/no response.  Please make sure your CV shows how you meet the requirements for the role you are applying for, the job profile below will show the essential selection criteria.  An optional CV template is provided below.  

Closing Date: 30th May 2025

Interview Date(s): 17th & 18th June 2025

Please note:

The Council will not normally re-employ ex-employees in receipt of:

· a severance payment (within 12 months of leaving)

· a local government pension (applies to Senior Officers only) unless the appointment is business critical

For further information, please email recruitment.team@bedford.gov.uk

Armed Forces Covenant

Bedford Borough Council is proud to be a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, we pledge to interview any eligible job applicant who meets the minimum criteria for the job they are applying for.

https://www.bedford.gov.uk/your-council/about-council/armed-forces

Disabled Applicants

Bedford Borough Council is  a Level 2 Disability Confident employer and guarantees to interview anyone with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the role they are applying for.

https://www.bedford.gov.uk/jobs/more-information-and-how-apply/information-and-guidance-applying-council-vacancies/disability

Care Leavers Covenant

Bedford Borough Council is proud to have signed up to the Care Leavers Covenant.  If you are currently looked after by a local authority or a care leaver (care experienced young person), and under the age of 25, we pledge to guarantee an interview if you meet the minimum criteria for the role you are applying for.

https://mycovenant.org.uk/about/