Parcelforce Warehouse Sorter (Part Time) - Fixed Term Contract 6

Royal Mail; Leicester; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading parcel delivery service in Leicester is seeking part-time Warehouse Sorters on a fixed-term contract. You will be responsible for loading and unloading vehicles, ensuring timely processing of parcels, and maintaining an efficient workflow. The starting salary is £24,210, with potential earnings around £30,000 per year including overtime and benefits. Ideal candidates should be practical and detail-oriented, able to lift heavy parcels.

Benefits

Company pension

Annual holiday entitlement

Career development opportunities

Corporate discounts

Qualifications

• Positive and practical individual with strong attention to detail.
• Able to lift and carry parcels weighing up to 30 kg.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload vehicles, scan and label parcels quickly and accurately.
• Ensure every package leaves the processing centre on time and in good condition.
• Maintain efficient workflow and support overall warehouse operations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Ability to lift 30 kg

Job description

Overview

Parcelforce Warehouse Sorter (Part Time) - Fixed Term Contract

Company: Royal Mail / Parcelforce Worldwide

Location: Leicester

Contract Type: Fixed Term

Hours: Part-time, 31 hours per week with potential overtime

Job reference: 329972

Responsibilities

• Load and unload vehicles, scan and label parcels quickly and accurately
• Ensure every package leaves the processing centre on time and in good condition
• Maintain efficient workflow and support overall warehouse operations

About the role

As a Warehouse Sorter, you will handle parcels to support timely delivery and accuracy, while enjoying best-in-class benefits.

About you

We are looking for positive, practical individuals with strong attention to detail who can lift and carry parcels weighing up to 30 kg.

Salary and benefits

• Starting salary £24,210 (£12.21 per hour) increasing to £25,679 (£12.95 per hour) after 6 months
• Additional supplement of £842 per annum pro rata, night shift allowance and other benefits
• Total package potential around £30,000 per year (based on a 38-hour week with overtime)
• Night allowance and Sunday premium as applicable
• Company pension, 22.5 days’ annual holiday entitlement (increasing with service), and option to purchase additional leave
• Career development opportunities, free uniform, and corporate discounts

Location and hours

Location: Parcelforce Worldwide, 1 Elland Road, Leicester LE3 1TU

Typical hours: Monday to Friday 15:30–20:30 and Sunday 00:00–06:00

About Parcelforce Worldwide

Parcelforce Worldwide provides express parcel delivery across the UK, employing over 5,500 people across 54 depots. We focus on reliable service and a collaborative, supportive team.

Interested? We’ll provide interview questions in advance to help you prepare. We are transparent about the qualities we seek and what a job with Parcelforce entails. The advert may close once the maximum number of applications is reached.