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 minimum hourly rate for welder jobs in the United Kingdom from April 2026?
As per GOV.UK, the National Living Wage rate for workers aged 21 and over is £12.21 per hour from 1 April 2026. Welders must be paid this rate for every hour worked including overtime at time-and-a-half. Employers in manufacturing and construction sectors are required to record all hours and issue itemised payslips.
Q How many hours per week can a welder legally work in the United Kingdom including overtime limits?
As per GOV.UK, the average working week is limited to 48 hours over a 17-week reference period under the Working Time Regulations. Welders may opt out of the limit in writing but must still receive 5.6 weeks of paid annual leave including bank holidays. Night shifts for welders require health assessments every 2 years.
Q What tax code and National Insurance rate applies to welder salaries in the United Kingdom for the 2026/27 tax year?
As per GOV.UK and HMRC, welders with annual earnings above £12,570 use tax code 1257L and pay 8% National Insurance on earnings between £12,570 and £50,270. Income tax is charged at 20% on earnings from £12,571 to £50,270. Employers must deduct tax and NI through PAYE and submit monthly to HMRC.
Q What visa route and salary threshold apply for non-UK welders applying for skilled work in the United Kingdom in 2026?
As per GOV.UK, non-UK welders must apply under the Skilled Worker visa with a minimum salary of £38,700 or the going rate for the occupation code 5211. The visa requires a Certificate of Sponsorship from a licensed UK employer and English language at B1 level. Processing takes up to 8 weeks with an Immigration Skills Charge of £1,000 per year.
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