5 Best Part-Time Jobs in the UK for Indian Students
Work in a Restaurant or Takeaway
With your knowledge of Indian food and culture, working part-time in an Indian restaurant is a natural fit. Typical roles include server, kitchen staff, etc. While pay starts at minimum wage, the big perk is free meals!
Retail Work
Major retail chains like Tesco and Aldi are always hiring. They need weekend and evening help and are used to scheduling around student timetables. Your job may include stocking shelves, assisting customers, etc. The pay depends on the minimum wage of your city.
Private Tutoring
Tutoring plays right into Indian students' strengths in maths, sciences, computers and grammar. Many British parents seek tutors to help their kids improve their grades. Pay ranges from £15-25 per hour and can be set according to your convenience.
Delivery Driving
Apps like UberEATS and Deliveroo offer students the flexibility to choose their own delivery driving hours. You earn per delivery, with an average hourly pay of around £10-15. You’ll need a car or motorbike. While it can be fast-paced work, you get paid to drive around listening to music!
Freelancing
Indian students can find freelance writing, design, programming and virtual assisting opportunities. Search sites like Upwork and Fiverr to create an online profile and apply for projects you feel qualified for. Freelancing lets you work from anywhere on your own schedule. The pay is £15 or more per hour.
Balancing Work and Studies
Any of these 5 part-time jobs provide Indian students in the UK with income while gaining valuable experiences. Make sure to balance your job with enough time for classes, studying and socialising.