Drive/courier (weekends) | Leicester

General Information

• Company: Uber / Uber Eats

• Role: Independent Driver (Passenger) or Courier (Delivery)

• Location: Leicester, England

• Job Type: Self-employed / Independent Contractor

• Status: Highly flexible; suitable for weekend-only work (Saturdays/Sundays) or any time during the week.

Choosing Your Path: Driver vs. Courier

The requirements and barrier to entry differ significantly depending on whether you want to transport people or deliver food.

1. Driving (Passenger Transport)

This is a more regulated path but typically offers higher earning potential per trip.

• Age: Must be at least 21 years old.

• Licensing: You must have a Private-Hire Driver Licence and a Private-Hire Vehicle Licence from a local council.

• Support: If you don’t have these, Uber offers “Ignition” appointments to guide you through the council licensing process.

• Documentation: UK driving licence, Insurance, MOT certificate, and Vehicle Logbook (V5C).

2. Delivering (Food/Courier)

This is the fastest way to get started and is open to more vehicle types.

• Age: Must be at least 18 years old.

• Vehicles: Car, Motorbike, or Bicycle.

• Insurance: If using a car or motorbike, you must have specific insurance that covers food delivery (Hire & Reward).

Key Responsibilities

• Navigation: Using the Uber app to locate riders or merchants and navigate to destinations within Leicester.

• Safety: Ensuring a safe environment for passengers or ensuring food is delivered in good condition.

• Schedule Management: Deciding when to “Go Online” based on peak times (e.g., Saturday nights for rides or Sunday lunch for food).

The “3-Step” Sign-Up Process

1. Sign Up: Create your profile online or via the app.

2. Upload Documents: Submit photos of your ID, licences, and vehicle documents.

3. Activate: Once documents are verified and any local requirements are met, your account is activated to start earning.

Summary of Benefits

• Total Autonomy: You choose your hours—perfect if you only want to work Saturday mornings or Sunday evenings.

• Variety: One day you might be doing airport runs to East Midlands (EMA), the next you could be delivering from local restaurants in the city centre.

• Weekly Earnings: Payouts are made weekly, providing a steady flow of additional income.

Quick Tip: If you are looking for the quickest start, Bicycle Delivery has the fewest requirements as it bypasses the need for vehicle licences and complex insurance. However, if you want to Drive, the “Ignition” team in Leicester is your best resource for navigating the council’s private-hire rules.