Highest-Paying Part-Time Jobs for Students in the UK

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Aarushi Jain
Updated on Feb 20, 2023 05:54 PM IST

67% of students in the UK rely on part-time work to cover their living expenses. Because the government only allows international students to work 20 hours per week during the school year, you may want to make the most of your time by looking for part-time jobs that pay well. Furthermore, being paid more allows you to work less and spend more time to your primary goal—your studies.

Highest-Paying Part-Time Jobs for Students in the UK

The United Kingdom hosts quality education with their number of prestigious universities, but that education comes with a cost, a very expensive one for most students.

Therefore, international students studying in the United Kingdom understand what a monthly budget means to them. The frugal nights with only noodles and cheap coffee are a ritualistic step for most international students studying abroad. 

To make up for the shortfall and keep their finances in the green, students can take up part-time jobs under certain conditions. We curated a list of the highest-paying part-time jobs for students in the UK.

Average base salary: £6.82/hour

What is more exciting than getting a part-time job in the field you are interested in? Teaching Assistant is an excellent opportunity for students who want to earn a little side income while learning more about their field of study or something other than that.

The primary responsibilities include helping the teacher with lesson planning, assignment research, and daily lesson plans. As a postgraduate student, you can also get the opportunity to help the teacher or professor grade papers. 

The opportunity to be a part-time teaching assistant is limited to postgraduate students in most universities or colleges. Still, there are also some openings for undergraduate students in new courses.

Average base salary: £10.71

The amount of pressure that a university student faces is unparalleled. After a long day in college, taking up a part-time job while managing your studies is challenging. 

But what could be more distressing than walking furry little creatures and getting paid a decent amount for your time?

The most interesting part of being a dog walker is that it requires no prior qualifications. If you are good with dogs, an effective communicator, and have no problem walking in the park from your student housing in London or Oxford, you can easily manage this part-time job with your studies.

You can look in Facebook and Instagram groups for any requirement for a dog walker in your neighbourhood. You can also ask your classmates and professor if they need or know someone who requires a dog walker. When you find a suitable opportunity, start embracing the warm cuddles from the furry animals.

Average base salary: £12.06

Being a translator in the UK is one of the most lucrative part-time jobs for students in the UK. You can easily find multiple opportunities in your university and media companies if you are bilingual or multilingual.

If you are an international student, you can leverage your multilingual skills to support other students from your native country. You can also ask your international admissions department in your college for any requirements.

In the modern world, you can also do this part-time job from your student accommodation. Online translator jobs are available on many prominent websites like LinkedIn, indeed, etc.

Average base salary: £9.92

If you are a student who loves the smell of coffee and meeting new people. You can apply for a barista position in your local coffee shop. 

The usual skills that a barista needs are effective communication, multitasking, and excellent coffee-making skills. You meet new people daily and can also make great friendships with regulars and colleagues.  

You can choose the vacancy near your university or your student accommodation, so the commuting time between your residence, classes, and workplace is reduced. 

And how can we forget the best perk of being a barista, free coffee!

We hope this article helps you to identify and find the highest-paying part-time jobs for students in the UK. If you have any suggestions, feel free to comment below.

Being a student and managing your budget is not easy and requires a lot of dedication and planning. But as exam preparation can be accomplished with 1-2 all-nighters, so can the financial difficulties be managed with a part-time job salary.

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