Company
Thrive Group
Location
Birmingham
Salary
£12–£16 an hour
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Job description
Thrive Shepton are delighted to be working with our client in Wells, who are actively recruiting for
Packing Operative - Late Shift
on a temporary to permanent basis to join the team. Our client ideally is looking for the below: Stacking boxed dishes onto pallets Maintaining high hygiene levels Flagging any issues with the equipment Adding toppings to products Good level of English A positive approach to work / positive attitude A desire to develop skills and progress within the business Ability to work as part of a fast paced team Ability to lift up to 20kg+ Preferably previous experience as machine operator or operator Working Hours: 1700-0100/ 1730-0130 - Monday to Friday Pay Rate: Basic pay rate of £13.52 per hour between 0600-2200 Basic pay rate of £16.29 per hour between 2200-0600 Once permanent, the pay rate structure can increase to the below: 1700-0100 - Team Member - £13.52 per hour (with shift allowance £15.51 per hour) 1700-0100 - Skilled Team Member - £14.10 per hour (with shift allowance £16.16 per hour) 1700-0100 - Multi-Skilled Team Member - £14.63 per hour (with shift allowance £16.76 per hour) 1730-0130 - Team Member - £13.52 per hour (with shift allowance £15.72 per hour) 1730-0130 - Skilled Team Member - £14.10 per hour (with shift allowance £16.38 per hour) 1730-0130 - Multi-Skilled Team Member - £14.63 per hour (with shift allowance £16.99 per hour) What you will receive in return: Bonus structure (Bonus is paid quarterly with a minimum payment of £125, this can increase in £25 increments if quality standards etc are met up to a total of £200.00) - Bonus is paid at the end of the month following the Quarter Paid breaks Free meals to take home Pension scheme Free on-site parking Subsidised canteen (Max £2 meals) What you need to do next: If this position sounds of interest and you would like to be considered. Please contact the team at Thrive Shepton on 01749 342 982 Thrive Group are acting as an employment agency in relationship to this vacancy. If you have not heard from a consultant within 7 days, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. INDSHE
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Salary: GBP 12 - 16 per hour
Packing Operative - Late Shift
on a temporary to permanent basis to join the team. Our client ideally is looking for the below: Stacking boxed dishes onto pallets Maintaining high hygiene levels Flagging any issues with the equipment Adding toppings to products Good level of English A positive approach to work / positive attitude A desire to develop skills and progress within the business Ability to work as part of a fast paced team Ability to lift up to 20kg+ Preferably previous experience as machine operator or operator Working Hours: 1700-0100/ 1730-0130 - Monday to Friday Pay Rate: Basic pay rate of £13.52 per hour between 0600-2200 Basic pay rate of £16.29 per hour between 2200-0600 Once permanent, the pay rate structure can increase to the below: 1700-0100 - Team Member - £13.52 per hour (with shift allowance £15.51 per hour) 1700-0100 - Skilled Team Member - £14.10 per hour (with shift allowance £16.16 per hour) 1700-0100 - Multi-Skilled Team Member - £14.63 per hour (with shift allowance £16.76 per hour) 1730-0130 - Team Member - £13.52 per hour (with shift allowance £15.72 per hour) 1730-0130 - Skilled Team Member - £14.10 per hour (with shift allowance £16.38 per hour) 1730-0130 - Multi-Skilled Team Member - £14.63 per hour (with shift allowance £16.99 per hour) What you will receive in return: Bonus structure (Bonus is paid quarterly with a minimum payment of £125, this can increase in £25 increments if quality standards etc are met up to a total of £200.00) - Bonus is paid at the end of the month following the Quarter Paid breaks Free meals to take home Pension scheme Free on-site parking Subsidised canteen (Max £2 meals) What you need to do next: If this position sounds of interest and you would like to be considered. Please contact the team at Thrive Shepton on 01749 342 982 Thrive Group are acting as an employment agency in relationship to this vacancy. If you have not heard from a consultant within 7 days, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. INDSHE
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Salary: GBP 12 - 16 per hour
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What is the National Living Wage for welders in the United Kingdom from April 2026?
The National Living Wage for welders aged 21 and over is £12.50 per hour as of April 2026 according to the latest rate update. Welders working overtime must receive 1.5 times this rate for hours beyond 40 per week. Employers in construction must also pay the Construction Industry Scheme deductions on top of this base rate.
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What visa and sponsorship salary threshold applies to overseas welders seeking work in the United Kingdom in 2026?
Overseas welders require a Skilled Worker visa sponsored by a licensed UK employer with a minimum salary of £38,700 or the going rate for the occupation code 5211, whichever is higher, as of 2026. The visa lasts up to 5 years and requires a Certificate of Sponsorship issued no earlier than 3 months before application. Dependants are permitted only if the main applicant meets the £38,700 threshold.
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What qualifications and experience are required to work as a welder in the United Kingdom in 2026?
Welders must hold at least an NVQ Level 3 in Welding or equivalent plus 2 years of verifiable experience in coded welding processes such as MIG, TIG or MMA. Employers in regulated sectors require current CSWIP or ASME certification valid for the specific material and position. No formal degree is mandated but apprenticeships must be completed through an approved provider registered with the Education and Skills Funding Agency.
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Which documents are needed when applying for welder positions through the UK government apprenticeship or job schemes in 2026?
Applicants must submit a valid passport, National Insurance number, proof of NVQ Level 3 or CSWIP certificate, and a completed application via the Find a Job service by 31 March 2026 for the April intake. Right to work evidence and a Disclosure and Barring Service check dated within the last 12 months are mandatory for construction sites. All documents must be uploaded in PDF format under 5MB each.
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