Location: Reading East Delivery Office, RG6 1AZ Job type: Permanent contract Salary: £13.68 per hour

(paid monthly) + paid overtime available.
Looking for a delivery driver job where you can stay active, connected to your community, and enjoy great benefits? Join Royal Mail as a Postie (Postal Delivery Driver) and become the face of our trusted service, delivering letters and parcels in Reading. You'll work on a rotating shift schedule, including some weekends. Your rota will confirm your hours and delivery routes, which may vary based on demand. What you'll do style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm" type="disc"- -Sort letters and parcels at the delivery office -Deliver post by van and on foot in your local area -Build relationships with customers -Work outdoors in all weathers You'll deliver more than just mail: exam results, birthday cards, business orders, and moments that matter. It's not always easy - but it's always rewarding. Why people enjoy this role style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm" type="disc"- -Being active and outdoors -Working independently -Meeting customers -A role that offers routine, structure, and variety What to expect This role is physically demanding and fast-paced: style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm" type="disc"- -Walking long distances (up to 12 miles / 20,000+ steps) -Driving a Royal Mail van daily -Working in all weather conditions -Delivering letters and high volumes of parcels -Busy, time-pressured days, especially during peak periods About you We'll provide full training, a uniform, and an iconic red van. You'll need: style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm" type="disc"- -A full manual UK driving licence (maximum 6 penalty points, registered to your current name and address) -Willingness to drive a Royal Mail van daily and able to pass a driving assessment -Physically fit and comfortable walking long distances, climbing stairs / hills, and lifting / carrying 10kg+ mailbags -Reliable and self-motivated -Strong organisation and resilience in a busy environment -Customer-focused, with pride in delivering great service -Comfortable working outdoors and independently What's in it for you? Benefits may vary depending on your contract length and start date, with some subject to qualifying periods. style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm" type="disc"- -22.5 days holiday, rising with service (adjusted to your working hours and contract duration if part time
or fixed term)
Please note: For candidate search purposes, roles offering between 35-37 hours per week are listed as full-time. However, any role under 37 hours per week will be classified as part-time in the employment contract.

or fixed term)
Please note: For candidate search purposes, roles offering between 35-37 hours per week are listed as full-time. However, any role under 37 hours per week will be classified as part-time in the employment contract.

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