Booker Drivers

Why Booker

If you got drive and enthusiasm, we’ve got the expertise. So if you’re looking to get your career on the move join our Driver Academy today.

You’ve seen the news—drivers are very much in demand right now. But getting your HGV licence can cost up to five thousand pounds. At Booker Driver Academy, we’ll train you for free. In just twenty weeks you could be a qualified, professional driver starting a great career with us, where you’ll truly be valued.

Feedback:

"Just wanted to say thank you to you and Booker Retail Partners for the incredible opportunity that you have given me to put me through my class 2 and the awesome support I've had from the Cardiff team to build my confidence to get the pass and to get out on the road. Thank you so much "

Stephen - BRP Cardiff Outbase

"Great Driver Academy, very knowledgeable and helpful instructors."

Graham - Didcot

"The opportunity I've been waiting years for."

Shane - Didcot

Stephen - Cardiff Outbase

"I'm really grateful for this opportunity the Academy has given me."

Matuesz - Didcot

"I have been given a great opportunity."

Stel - Didcot

“The course materials, guidance and support I received were superb. I would definitely recommend the Driver Academy to other colleagues seeking a new challenge.”

Noreen - Elgin

“After six months on the Driver Academy, I passed my Class 2 and now drive an 18t vehicle. I love my job as a driver and take pride in being the face of Makro Preston.”

Ben Duong - Preston

"A great new experience, great Driver Academy."

Lewis - BRP Didcot

"Awesome opportunity."

Harry - BRP Didcot

So how do I qualify?

You’ll have held a full UK driving licence for at least two years, have less than six penalty points and no criminal convictions that prevent you from driving. Plus, you’ll want to be the helpful face of our organisation and give great customer service every time you deliver.

So, what’s the training like?

The programme is led by our highly skilled Trainer Drivers and consists of coursebook teaching and on-the-job learning. Working 45-48 hours a week, 5 out of 7 days, you’ll buddy up with our HGV Drivers and spend time out on their delivery runs so you can get a feel for what your day-to-day will actually be like. The training doesn’t stop once you’ve qualified either - we will support with ongoing costs, Medical, Tachograph card, Driver CPC (Driver Certificate of Professional Competence).

Any other benefits?

Yes. Because we’re part of the Tesco Group, our benefits are extra special. Join us and you’ll get a 10% discount in Booker and Tesco, 10% off Tesco Mobile contracts, you’ll also get 50% at Vision Express, 20% off Tesco insurance and discounts on foreign currency exchange. Then there’s our savings and pension plans. For the rundown of our benefits, click here.