Short-Term Summer Jobs in the UK

Short-Term Summer Jobs in the UK

This guest post was written by Laura Murillo.

There are many opportunities to work in the United Kingdom during the summer, for this reason, it is one of the most popular destinations to visit during this season among youngsters and adults looking for different opportunities in this country. For example volunteering, saving some money during the holidays, improving their English level or simply exploring this beautiful country.

Although there will be more regulations to visit this beautiful nation after Brexit, many cities in Europe still have direct flights to this country, and if you buy your tickets in advance, you can get fantastic deals.

You should keep in mind that the cost of living in the UK can be higher than in other European countries such as Spain, Greece, or Italy. It is appropriate to compare different cities in this country because living costs may vary depending on the region, especially if you intend to stay here for an extended period of time.

Opportunities to work in the UK this summer

As, in any country, there are some abilities that will offer you an advantage when looking for work, such as the languages you know. Nowadays, our society has evolved into a multicultural one, where different languages coexist, and speaking more than one gives you a distinct advantage. Aside from English, the most commonly spoken languages in the United Kingdom are Polish, Punjabi, Urdu, Arabic, and French.

According to the United Kingdom's government, the minimum wage will be determined by your age. This chart contains the most recent data, which was updated in April 2022.

	Rate from April 2022
National Living Wage	£9.50
21-22-Year-Old Rate	£9.18
18-20-Year-Old Rate	£6.83
16-17-Year-Old Rate	£4.81

Keep in mind that the average weekly living cost in the UK is £240.89, but this will vary depending on how much you earn and where you live. Considering as well that different work positions have varied hourly rates, and certain jobs may include tips, bonuses, and so on.

If you want to work this summer in the UK, there are many options available; sometimes you don't even need to be a professional in these industries; some of these occupations include waitressing; kitchen staff; delivery drivers; security; among others. Here is a list of some of the more in-demand short-term jobs in this wonderful country.

Customer Service:

This is one of the biggest options to consider, especially if you have a strong desire to serve and interact with others.

Whether you operate in an office or from home, having a good rapport with the public is crucial because you will most likely be the client's initial point of contact with the company.

Customer service jobs also allow you to help others. Being friendly; outgoing; proactive; problem-solving; partnering and cooperation are some of the abilities that will help you thrive in these professions.

This is a classic when it comes to summer jobs, as they are always in high demand, and it is a great way to start working in the UK as soon as possible.

Some benefits of this are the variety of roles available in this industry, from the waitress, chef, kitchen assistant, bartender, delivery jobs, etc.

Not to mention the various chains available, such as KFC, Papa John's, McDonald's, Domino's Pizza, Wagamama, and many more; the possibilities are limitless!

Sales and Retail Jobs.

This is also a wonderful alternative because it is UK's largest private sector.

Since the majority of employees in retail jobs are under the age of 25, this industry provides excellent opportunities for young people just starting out in their careers.

There are around 300,000 retail outlets registered in the UK and many distinct shops within this industry, including book stores, clothing stores, supermarkets, and much more. These are some of the biggest retailers in the UK: Tesco, Sainsbury’s, Asda and John Lewis.

Don't be scared to print a CV, walk in, and give in your résumé; doing so may even boost your chances of getting hired.

Online Job Portals.

Remember that we live in a digital world, and registering on online job portals is a terrific method for increasing your chances of landing a job.

On these sites, you can use various filters that coincide with your desires and skills, create a CV for free, evaluate job offers available in various places across the UK, and even seek advice from their blog, since they provide information on their articles that might be useful during your job hunt.

These are the websites we recommend: Young capital UK - Student Job UK.

Conclusion.

Finally, we would like to give you some tips that will help you to make this summer in the UK an amazing one:

- Remember to have your CV up to date, and have it ready both digitally and on paper.

- There are other options for travelling to the United Kingdom such as volunteering, internships and cultural exchange programmes.

- Remember to buy your flight in advance to get a lower fare.

- Look for different accommodation options, which will help you to reduce costs. Such as sharing a flat with a roommate, staying in hostels, staying with host families, etc.

Good luck with your trip and enjoy this summer working in the UK!

About the author: Laura is a Search Engine Optimizer, who specializes in Link Building and content creation. Currently, she is part of the SEO team at Young Capital UK.

Jul 29, 2022 by adekunle-oludele 2.5K Views