💼 Part-Time Jobs in the UK That Don’t Require Prior Experience

For Indian students studying in the UK, managing finances can be tough—especially with rising rent, groceries, and tuition. Luckily, the UK offers plenty of part-time jobs that don’t require prior work experience.

If you're worried that your resume is empty, don't stress. Many employers are happy to hire enthusiastic students as long as you're reliable and legally allowed to work.

Let’s explore the best part-time jobs for Indian students in the UK—no experience needed!

🛑 First Things First: Know Your Work Limits as a Student

If you’re on a Student Visa (Tier 4 or Graduate Route):

✅ You can work up to 20 hours/week during term time
✅ You can work full-time during holidays
❌ You cannot work as a professional sportsperson or self-employed in most cases
Always check your BRP card and visa letter for confirmation

✅ Easy Part-Time Jobs That Don’t Need Experience

1. Retail Assistant / Store Helper

🛍️ Supermarkets, high street brands (Primark, Tesco, Sainsbury’s)

Restocking shelves, customer service, billing
Flexible hours, team environment
Perfect for improving communication skills

💷 Pay: £9–£11/hour

📍Tip: Apply in-store or online—Christmas season = mass hiring!

2. Café or Fast-Food Crew Member

☕ Starbucks, Costa, Pret, Greggs, McDonald’s, KFC

Making drinks, cleaning, taking orders
Shift-based work, often early mornings or evenings

💷 Pay: £10–£12/hour (plus free coffee/meals!)

📍Tip: No barista skills? No problem—most places provide training.

3. Warehouse or Parcel Sorting Assistant

📦 Amazon, Royal Mail, Argos

Picking, packing, labeling, or scanning items
Physically active roles, often overnight shifts

💷 Pay: £10–£13/hour

📍Tip: Apply early during Black Friday or holiday rush for short-term jobs

4. Library or Campus Jobs

📚 University libraries, reception desks, help desks

Shelving books, helping students, basic admin
Quiet environment and ideal for students

💷 Pay: £9–£11/hour

📍Tip: These roles are only open to current students, so check your university job portal regularly

5. Student Ambassador or Open Day Assistant

🎓 Represent your university to new applicants or visitors

No experience needed—just enthusiasm and communication skills
Great way to network and enhance your CV

💷 Pay: £10–£13/hour

📍Tip: Look out for campus event roles via student union or careers service

6. Hotel or Housekeeping Assistant

🛏️ Budget hotels like Travelodge or Premier Inn

Cleaning rooms, laundry, or kitchen help
Shift work, usually early mornings

💷 Pay: £9–£11/hour

📍Tip: Bonus: You’ll get good experience if you want to work in hospitality long-term.

7. Delivery Partner (With Conditions)

🍕 Uber Eats, Deliveroo, Just Eat

Requires a bike/scooter and proper insurance
You must check if your visa allows self-employment
Some Tier 4 visas do not permit delivery gigs

💷 Pay: Varies (£10–£15/hour + tips)

📍Tip: Not 100% legal for every visa—check carefully before signing up

💡 Where to Find These Jobs?

✅ Indeed.co.uk – Set filters for “no experience” or “part-time”
✅ University Job Boards – Best place for campus roles
✅ Local shops – Walk in with your CV (yes, this still works!)
✅ Student unions or Facebook groups – Hidden job gems

📄 How to Apply Without Experience?

You still need a solid, basic UK-style CV. Here’s how:

✅ Mention soft skills: punctuality, teamwork, multitasking

✅ Highlight any volunteer work or college-level projects

✅ Tailor your CV for each job—even if they’re similar

✅ Add a brief cover letter showing willingness to learn

💬 Final Thoughts

Don’t let lack of experience stop you from earning while studying. UK employers understand that students are often starting from scratch, and they value hard work and commitment.

Even a basic job can teach you English fluency, customer service, time management, and how to handle responsibilities in a new country.