18-year-old teens have a wide range of job opportunities because they can enter into legally binding contracts without their legal guardian’s consent. No one can stop them from working part-time or full-time anywhere they want. In comparison, teens under 18 first have to figure out what laws and regulations are in place regarding child and youth employment. (The same rules apply if you’re employed by your parents.)

If you feel lost, we have wonderful news for you. In the next few paragraphs, you and your peers aged between 13 and 17 will find essential information. We’ll elaborate on child employment laws and the best jobs for teens in the UK (including online jobs and part-time jobs with no experience). With a teen job, you’ll earn pocket money, so you finally become a bit more independent from your parents. Even if you’re in a hurry, it’s worth reading the entire list. Let’s begin, shall we? 

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Find the best part-time / online / summer job as a teen in the UK

Jobs for 13-year-olds 

While children work in television and theatre productions, you have to turn 13 to find other types of jobs. Whatever you do, you need your legal guardian’s or parent’s permission and/or supervision. Also, you have to attend school while working. Your school performance shouldn’t suffer. Here come some job ideas for you.

1. Performer

If you’re fond of the performance arts, no need to shift your focus towards something else. Small and big productions partner up with casting agencies or publish their own calls for actors, singers, musicians, or models. Performers with a diverse skill set will find more opportunities, but you have time to build an impressive CV. Contact agencies such as The Young Actors Agency and Bonny & Betty, or keep an eye out for new advertisements on the message board in your school or your local newspaper. Join a drama club for kids to gain experience on stage and/or in front of cameras, especially if you’re struggling with stage fright. 

What to do until your first production?

Practice with the help of Fiverr where you can offer voice-over and singer-songwriting services among other things. 13-year-olds can join the community of creative freelancers with their parent’s permission. Who knows, maybe your mum or dad decides to do some side jobs using the platform, so you could work together.

Read also: The Ultimate Guide to Start Working As a Freelancer

2. Pet Sitter

To land a pet sitter job, ask your family members, neighbours and/or your friends’ relatives who own a puppy or two. Maybe they don’t have time to take their pets for a walk and would love someone to help them out. It doesn’t cost anything you ask them, right? Several app-based companies operate in the UK to connect pet parents and pet sitters, but you have to be at least 18 to sign up for most of them. Until then, gain as much experience and great reviews as you can. 

Read also: How to Find Your First Pet-Sitting Client in 5 Steps

3. Babysitter

Many parents instruct their older children to look after their younger siblings. Have your parents or aunts ever called you to watch your sisters/brothers and/or cousins? Build a business out of it! In case you’re the youngest in the family, ask your neighbours. Babysitting jobs are usually listed among the best jobs for teens in the UK because they could be done with or without any relevant experience. Honest and straightforward communication with potential clients will help you land a summer or part-time babysitter job in most cases. 

4. Newspaper Delivery Person

Your parents may have started with newspaper delivery when they were young. As a result of the changes in the publishing industry, paper round jobs have become less prevalent. However, some companies still print newspapers, magazines, and leaflets of some kind. For example, locals have started their own newspapers in some cities in the UK. Maybe they need help with delivery. If you live in Bristol, read about The Bristol Cable.

5. Course Leader

Udemy is also among the few online platforms that allow children over 13 to join their website with their legal guardians’ consent. People visit the site to find online courses in categories like marketing, English, lifestyle, photography, design, and many others. The job includes uploading courses consisting of enough audiovisual and written content. The Udemy team reviews each course to ensure quality. Course leaders set their own prices

Read also: The beginner’s guide to making money with Udemy

6. Gamer

Do you think only teenagers play video games? Well, you’re wrong. The industry around them has expanded and left a mark on other parts of life. Many adults nestle into their comfy chairs to play games for long hours. Gamers sign up for tournaments individually or as teams to compete for prizes – to pursue their passion. In addition to competitions, some gamers build a streamer career on sites like YouTube or Twitch. While tournaments promise quicker money, established partnerships with game developers and streaming sites lead to a more steady income in the long run. We bet some VFX (visual effects artists working on film productions) play video games regularly. Explore all the career options for gamers! 

Fun fact: The youngest professional Fortnite player is a 13-year-old.

Employment law for a 13-year-old in the UK

In the UK, children need to be at least 13 years old to get a part-time job a light one that doesn’t put their lives and health at risk. There is an exception for performing children working in television, theatre or modelling. However, they need to obtain a performance licence. 13-year-olds may not work without an employment permit issued by the education department of the local council. Find out what the local bylaws require in your city! You can start the process once you’ve landed a job. You cannot work in factories and industrial sites. 

How many hours can a 13-year-old work in the UK?

You and any other 13-year-old teenagers cannot work: during school hours, for more than one hour before school unless local laws allow it, and between 7 p.m. and 7 a.m. You have to be provided with a break of at least one hour after every four hours. You are also entitled to have a two-week break from any working during the school holidays annually. 

Working hours during school terms:

  • a maximum of 12 hours a week
  • a maximum of 2 hours on school days and Sundays
  • a maximum of 5 hours on Saturdays

Working hours during school holidays:

  • a maximum of 25 hours a week
  • a maximum of 5 hours on weekdays and Saturdays
  • a maximum of 2 hours on Sunday

Minimum wage for a 13-year-old in the UK 

Employers are not required by law to pay the national minimum wage to children under 16. 13-year-olds don’t pay national insurance and will only appear on the running payroll if their total income exceeds £12,500 a year. Your employer(s) will determine your wage. 

Jobs for 14-year-olds 

14-year-olds don’t differ much from 13-year-olds in terms of laws. Even if your interests change within a year, you still don’t have much freedom to choose any job you want. You can always scroll up and read more details about some of the jobs listed below. 

7. Paper Round Jobs

The most traditional jobs for teens in every country includes delivering newspapers, brochures, magazines, leaflets, booklets, and similar promotional materials. These jobs may not sound so exciting but would qualify as one of the best Saturday jobs for teens. Imagine this: you ride your bike in the neighbourhood distributing flyers and such and then meet up your best friends right after to have some fun.

8. Sitter

We’ve already mentioned pet sitter and babysitter jobs among the best jobs for 13-year-olds. If you like animals and humans, getting a summer or part-time babysitting job could bring you some pocket money. In case you’re willing to do some light household chores, ask your aunts and uncles whether or not they need a house sitter. Maybe they travel for work or leisure and leave the dogs at home. As their dedicated house sitter, it would be your task to feed the pets, collect mails, and water the plants. Ready to take some responsibility?

Read also: 8 Dog Walking Apps for Pet Sitters to Find the Best Job Ever

9. Cleaner

Expanding on the concept of house sitting, cleaning jobs may make your list. Have your parents always asked you to clean up the mess in your room? You probably hated doing it, but that experience will come in handy for you as a cleaner. It’s unlikely that a cleaning company will employ you, but maybe your family members and neighbours will. Especially before special occasions (such as weddings, farewell parties, graduation parties, etc.) Explain the benefits of having an extra hand to them!

Read also: How Much Do Cleaners and Housekeepers Make Worldwide

10. Car Washer

It was announced that Britain would invest in £2 billion in cycling and walking due to COVID-19. While most countries have seen an increase in people commuting by bike, cars still prevail in cities. As long as people choose cars as a means of transport, someone needs to wash the vehicles. Why not offer your services to your relatives and/or your parents’ friends? Investigate the prices of the local car wash services and set slightly lower prices to attract customers! 

11. Craftsperson

Selling handmade objects is one of the best part-time jobs for teens in the UK with a passion for crafting. Showcase your talent and connect with clients looking for unique posters, clothes, notebooks, jewellery, and many other decorative and useful objects. Place a booth in front of your house and display your work. Local community and youth centres may hold some markets, too. 

12. Entertainer

Are you confident in front of a camera or people? If you haven’t considered acting yet, maybe it’s time to surf the Internet to find auditions. The best jobs for teens in the entertainment industry include acting, singing, playing an instrument, and modelling. Many British film productions choose other European countries as locations, but still plenty of films and TV shows are shot in the UK. And not only in the vicinity of London. Acting and modelling don’t require any previous experience. Some directors prefer amateurs. It’s worth signing up with a casting or modelling agency. As an emerging DJ, musician, singer or songwriter, try to monetize your work on Fiverr.

Read also: How to get started in freelancing – my personal freelance story 

13. Tutor

Diligence 14-year-olds with excellent grades will make great tutors. Look for offline opportunities in your school, or browse jobs online. Most of the websites specializing in teaching or tutoring set the age limit at 18, but not Udemy. With the right amount of knowledge and time invested, your language, design or science courses will become a hit. Don’t take it personally if someone comments on you teaching adults! Prove them wrong! (You need to pass a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to tutor people under 18.)

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14. Football Referee

Which football team do you support: Tottenham, Manchester United, Manchester City, Liverpool or another team competing in the Premier League? Regardless of your preference, your passion for football could manifest in taking the position of the referee at local football matches. You need to be at least 14 years old and complete a basic training course. 

Employment law for a 14-year-old

The same laws apply to 14-year-olds as to 13-year-olds. If you work in the entertainment or fashion industry (television, theatre, modelling, etc.), you need a performance licence. Just like some 13-year-olds, you may need to apply for an employment permit at the education department of your local council. Get familiar with the local bylaws as well, those may differ from the national child employment laws. Only after getting a job can you apply for it. Any job harmful to your health, well-being and education is off-limits – no work in places like factories and industrial sites. 

How many hours can a 14-year-old work in the UK?

You are not allowed to work: during school hours and for more than one hour before the school day starts unless local laws allow it. Doing night shifts between 7 p.m. and 7 a.m. is out of the question, too. You have to be given a one-hour break every four hours and a two-week break from any work during your school holidays. 

Working hours during school terms:

  • a maximum of 12 hours a week
  • a maximum of 2 hours on school days and Sundays
  • a maximum of 5 hours on Saturdays

Working hours during school holidays:

  • a maximum of 25 hours a week
  • a maximum of 5 hours on weekdays and Saturdays
  • a maximum of 2 hours on Sunday

Minimum wage for a 14-year-old in the UK 

As a 14-year-old, you’re still not entitled to the national minimum wage. It’s up to your employer how much money they are willing to pay you. You don’t have to pay national insurance either. In case your total income is more than £12,500 a year, your employer has to record and report you on the running payroll.

Jobs for 15-year-olds 

The list of jobs for teens aged 15 from the UK becomes longer and a bit more diverse. The permitted hours of work increases, too. However, you can’t accept any kind of jobs and do shifts during school hours. Please, scroll up to check some of the best jobs for teens under the age of 15, too. 

15. Columnist

In the past, several bloggers managed to land a job at a magazine or newspaper, or a TV channel. Many bloggers have secured a book deal after some years of hard work. Columnists don’t report on the news but write opinion pieces related to subjects they know a lot about. Publishing companies are not immune to change and many of them follow trends. If they deem your content relevant, they may ask you to become their regular guest columnist. Do your best and constantly improve your skills. Look for a mentor perhaps! Until an opportunity arises, browse and accept writing jobs on Fiverr.

Look for writing jobs here!

16. Photographer

The renowned Kodak technology company democratized photography a long time ago. And when smartphones with better cameras came along, even more people were given the opportunity to enter the arena of photography. Photographers develop different interests and use a variety of techniques. Your sense of aesthetic, unique approaches or topics can lead you to several paid photography gigs. Besides showcasing your portfolio online, try to pitch them to publishers.

17. Filmmaker

Some well-known filmmakers have started their film career as a child with a Super 8 camera. Today you are provided with lots of options. A few directors have embarked on a journey of mobile filmmaking and used their iPhones to film their latest piece. Fortunately, several organizations encourage children and teenagers to get into filmmaking. Look for contests with or without a prize. Not only money and some fancy equipment but also some great reviews can enhance your film career. The British Film Institute has gathered the names of festivals accepting submissions from young filmmakers. 

18. Lettering Artist/Signwriter

Why highlight lettering? Companies and individual business owners hire graphic designers, illustrators or lettering artists to create a logo for them. Lettering artists fond of analogue techniques also offer their services to restaurants and bars to write their menu boards, for example. Whether to focus solely on lettering or to become a versatile designer, it’s up to you. Display your work online on portfolio sites, contact businesses, and submit work to competitions to get started in the creative field. As a 15-year-old, selling your pieces on Fiverr is also an option.

Find businesses that are hiring here!

Employment law for a 15-year-old

You’re one year away from reaching the minimum school leaving age, but you still need to follow the rules applied to your 13- and 14-year-old friends. If you wish to earn money performing in films, TV or theatre productions or do some modelling jobs, you need a performance licence. You cannot accept or be offered a job that may do harm to your health, well-being and education. This means you can’t perform jobs in factories, industrial sites, and similar. You have to find out whether or not you need an employment permit issued by the education department of your local council to be able to work. Once you’ve got a job, you can apply for it. 

How many hours can a 15-year-old work in the UK?

By turning 15, the number of hours you are allowed to work increases. You still cannot dream of full-time jobs, but soon. Until then, no work is allowed during school hours, for more than one hour before school starts, and between 7 p.m. and 7 a.m. The laws grant you a one-hour break after every four hours of work and a two-week break during school holidays. 

Working hours during school terms:

  • a maximum of 12 hours a week
  • a maximum of 2 hours on school days and Sundays
  • a maximum of 8 hours on Saturdays

Working hours during school holidays:

  • a maximum of 35 hours a week
  • a maximum of 8 hours on weekdays and Saturdays
  • a maximum of 2 hours on Sunday

Minimum wage for a 15-year-old in the UK 

It’s your last year when your employers don’t have to offer you at least the national minimum wage. They can decide themselves. In case you make more than £12,500 a year, they have to mention you on their running payroll. You are still not required by law to pay national insurance. 

Jobs for 16-year-olds 

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In most countries, turning 16 means more hours and more jobs. It’s the same in the UK. You’ll see a longer list of shops that hire teens in the UK, for example. The opportunities for teens from rural and urban areas still vary, though. Many teens strategically search for part-time jobs for teens with no experience in the UK. In other countries, too. Why? Most companies allocate some time for personnel training. They teach their employees all the required skills to make sure the job is done properly. 

19. Kitchen Assistant

No surprise here… McDonald’s hires people from the age of 16, and usually pays them £6.00 per hour. Working in a fast-food restaurant demands a lot from every employee. You’ll be in constant motion and need to pay attention to detail. Besides learning about food preparation and such, you’ll improve customer service and communication skills for sure. Not a fan of fast-food restaurants? Visit local restaurants in your neighbourhood to find out whether someone is hiring. Connections also help. 

20. Grocery Stocker 

Tesco, Pets at Home and several other local independent stores employ teenagers to stock their shelves, for example. Imagine it as a game at first. It takes time to learn which product goes where. The more shifts you take on, the faster you get. If the store offers bagging services for its customers, you might be called to the checkout counter every now and then. Expect lots of questions from customers, too. 

21. Cashier

It’s one of the most stressful jobs, especially if you’re the only one serving customers and the queue is getting longer and longer in Lidl, Tesco, Sainsbury’s or other supermarkets. Around bank holidays, it gets even worse. You have to manage a number of payment methods (debit or credit card, vouchers, employee discount, cash, etc.) while scanning the products at a high speed. Sometimes you’ll turn to your colleague asking about produce codes, or you’ll be offering some help to them. Despite the hardship and challenges faced, you’ll benefit from the experiences gained later in life. You’ll sharpen your communication skills and learn patience. 

22. Barista

If you’re not into fast food but want to become a barista, consider Costa Coffee, Starbucks or independent cafés in your city. You’ll learn a new profession while earning money part-time. For example, some adults attend barista courses to deepen their knowledge of coffee and coffee making. After a few cups of coffee served, you’ll know what button to press on the coffee machine to make espresso, americano, cappuccino, latte and many more. 

23. Babysitter with Bubble

We’ve already mentioned babysitting amongst the best jobs for teens in the UK. Now we’d like to draw your attention to the app Bubble. While most babysitter apps limit their use to people over the age of 18, Bubble welcomes 16-year-olds in their community of babysitters. You register, create a profile and connect to families with ad-hoc, short notice and regular childcare needs. Depending on what you want and/or feel comfortable with, you can get a part-time or weekend babysitter job using the app. Remember you can always ask people in your social circle whether or not they need someone to look after their youngsters. 

Read also: Everything You Need to Know to Get a Babysitting Summer Jobs

Explore other apps for future babysitter endeavours!

Employment law for a 16-year-old

In the UK, the official school leaving age is 16, but that doesn’t necessarily mean you can skip or abandon school entirely. Your date of birth influences whether or not you can finally start working full-time or with fewer restrictions. As a performer, a performance licence is necessary for you. You cannot engage in any hazardous activity, namely working in factories, on industrial sites and similar places. 

You may need to apply for an employment permit issued by the education department of your local council. You have to become familiar with the local bylaws regarding child employment. You can’t get this permit before getting a job. If you haven’t reached the official school leaving age, you have to follow the rules and regulations on employment for children under 16. (More information on school leaving age in the section of Jobs for 17-year-olds.)

How many hours can a 16-year-old work in the UK?

In the UK, 16-year-olds who are not allowed to leave school officially can work as many hours as their 15-year-old peers. This means that you can’t work during school hours, for more than one hour before your school day begins, and from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. Your employer has to allow you to take a one-hour break after every four hours of work. You’re also eligible for a two-week break during school holidays regardless of the type of job you’re doing. 

Working hours during school terms:

  • a maximum of 12 hours a week
  • a maximum of 2 hours on school days and Sundays
  • a maximum of 8 hours on Saturdays

Working hours during school holidays:

  • a maximum of 35 hours a week
  • a maximum of 8 hours on weekdays and Saturdays
  • a maximum of 2 hours on Sunday

Minimum wage for a 16-year-old in the UK 

According to the law, your employer has to pay at least the national minimum wage that is £4.55 per hour. All your employers have to record and report any of your pay as part of their running payroll. 

Jobs for 17-year-olds 

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Your 18th birthday is approaching but it’s still a few months away. Your address in the UK influences the type of job you can apply for and the number of permitted work hours. (More info on this below.) When seeking employment, check also the jobs mentioned in the previous sections. 

24. Bartender

16- and 17-year-old waiters or waitresses can only serve alcohol with food in a restaurant. In bars, the licence holder or the manager of the bar has to approve and oversee the sale of alcohol by workers under 18. Before signing any contract and/or applying for a permit, always talk to your potential employer about this. Even if pouring draft beer seems easy, you must practise a lot to excel at it.

25. Retail Sales Associate

Some clothing shops that hire teens as young as 16 include Gap, H&M, Banana Republic, Old Navy, Banana Republic Factory Stores, Athleta and Intermix. (For example, Zara and other Inditex companies hire at 18.) Walk to the nearest shopping mall and make a list of shops there. (Or simply do a quick search online.) Because of COVID-19, e-commerce has strengthened its position. Retail companies have taken notice of this, too. Therefore, shop managers instruct some of the retail sales associates to handle online orders. They look for items, pack them, print the invoice, address parcels and collect them at one place ready for shipping.

26. Team Member in Cinemas

While working in cinemas sounds exciting, you can’t work in all of them. ODEON cinemas have venues that hire at 16 but Cineworld Cinemas only employs people 18 or over. (Their employees also enjoy perks and benefits.) Your local independent cinema may follow a completely different policy regarding age restrictions. Gather the necessary information before applying for jobs at a cinema to sell and check tickets, serve food and drinks, or say a couple of words to the audience members. 

27. Warehouse Worker

Like cinemas, not every warehouse fills some of their vacancies with teens. Warehouse jobs require strength and stamina and workers tend to work in shifts. Some tasks are also considered somewhat risky. If you manage to get a job in a warehouse, you’ll load and unload vehicles, check shipping documents, examining items to spot damaged or missing ones, etc. You’ll learn the importance of teamwork. 

28. Pet Sitter with Tailster 

We’d like to introduce you to the Tailster app connecting pet parents with reliable sitters. The age requirement for this pet sitter app is 18, but they may make some exceptions in your case. According to the text on their website, 17-year-olds may sign up and connect with pet parents through their app. What kind of services are you willing to do: pet walking, pet boarding, pet taxi, or something else? Even cat owners need help sometimes! After your 18th birthday, you can join most of the pet sitter apps (Care.com, Cat in a Flat, Rover, etc.) operating in the UK. 

Read also: 8 Dog Walking Apps for Pet Sitters to Find the Best Job in 2020

Fine other popular pet sitter apps here!

Employment law for a 17-year-old

17-year-olds can officially leave school in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. In England, they have to follow some regulations. Check the details below!

  • England: You can leave school on the last Friday in June if you’ll be 16 by the end of the summer holidays. However, you have to stay in full-time education, start an apprenticeship or traineeship, or spend 20 hours or more a week working or volunteering, while in part-time education or training until the age of 18.
  • Scotland: If you turn 16 between 1 March and 30 September, you can leave school after the 31st of May of that year. If you’re a bit younger and turn 16 between 1 October and the end of February, you can leave school at the start of the Christmas holidays in that school year.
  • Wales: You can leave school on the last Friday in June, as long as you will be 16 by the end of that school year’s summer holidays.
  • Northern Ireland: If you turn 16 during the school year (between 1 September and 1 July), you can leave school after the 30th of June. If you turn 16 between 2 July and 31 August, you can’t leave school until 30 June the following year.

How many hours can a 17-year-old work in the UK?

17-year-olds are allowed to work a maximum of 40 hours a week. You can take on a full-time job without any problem. Keep in mind that you still devote enough time to your apprenticeship, training, or voluntary work in some places.

Minimum wage for a 17-year-old in the UK 

You’re entitled to receive the national minimum wage of £4.55 per hour. Your name and pay are recorded and reported on your employer’s running payroll. The hourly rate for apprentices is £4.15.


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Online jobs for teens in the UK 

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Today’s teenagers are called digital natives. You too. You grew up with technology and perhaps don’t know anything about tools like landline telephones, Discman, VHS, or portable radio sets. Unless you’re curious about the past and how technology has developed throughout the years, of course. Several easy, fun and some specialised online jobs for teens in the UK could turn you into a breadwinner and/or double your pocket money. As for requirements, it’s more about your age, but you should consider the number of hours you are allowed to spend working with.

29. Survey Taker

Brands want to hear the public’s opinion on their products and services. Besides focus groups sessions, online surveys have become essential tools for them. Numerous of them partner up with market research companies to get answers to their burning questions. Hiving allow 15-year-olds to join as panellists.

Once you turn 16, the number of companies you sign up increases: Yuno Surveys, ySense, Branded Surveys, etc. (You will still need your parent’s consent probably.) None of these companies will promise large amounts of income but some extra money every now and then. You should not consider survey taking as a real online job for teens but a way of boosting your pocket money. (In case you get bored of paid surveys, search data entry or virtual assistant jobs.) 

Read also: 4 Legitimate Companies That Will Pay You Take Surveys

Find more market research companies here!

30. Blogger

Considering the abundance of content surrounding us, you’ll face a huge competition as a blogger. You choose either a niche topic or a surprising angle within a popular field (such as lifestyle, fashion, cinema, music, and so on.) Popular bloggers tend to ensure partnerships with brands. Even if you love writing, you shouldn’t feel the pressure of producing long articles daily. Sometimes some photos with snappy or witty captions generate more engagement than 5,000 words.

Where to run your blog? Either on your favourite social networking sites (where you can sign up at 13) or on your own website. Find a free website that allows you to publish your thoughts! Several companies implement content marketing strategies that include guest blog posts, too. Promote yourself on Fiverr and Freelancer.com, for example. 

Read also: Proofreading Jobs – Ultimate guide for online proofreading [2020]

Find companies that are hiring here!

31. Visual Content Creator

Since desktop publishing took off in the 1980s, the number of designers and design jobs have increased. And some people start their artistic career at a very young age. You can learn anything online, ranging from coding to drawing, using online sources. Graphic designers, product designers, illustrators, web programmers, writers, bloggers, cartoonists, animators, and many other talents can share their portfolios online. Sites like Behance.net (and its 1234 Project), Dribbble, DeviantArt and similar sites play a huge role in gaining exposure. 

Once you’re ready to sell your content, get in touch with local businesses or create a profile on Fiverr, and Freelancer.com with around 900+ categories added. You must find a category for yours. More interested in vlogging and streaming? Share your thoughts on YouTube or stream gaming sessions on Twitch. Or do you think you could monetize your TikTok audience? 

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Browse more creative jobs here!

32. Vlogger/Streamer

If you love the spotlight and have something to share or show, start a channel on YouTube, Instagram, or Twitch. These platforms welcome teenagers as young as 13. It takes time to attract a huge number of followers, but vloggers and streamers earn great money. Create the type of content you are comfortable with or know the most about and present it with great authenticity. If you spend endless hours playing Minecraft, Fortnite and any other games, you will surely find an audience. Nonetheless, safety comes first, so ask your parents or legal guardians to supervise you. You will need their consent to sign up for these online portals in the first place.

33. Online Seller

Exploring the realm of online jobs for teens in the UK, we have to talk about online selling. Did you know that Netflix’s Girlboss in which a young woman builds an enterprise of online selling was based on a true story? Although the series was cancelled after one season and the company went bankrupt eventually, you can still learn from it and/or get inspired by it. 

As a teenager, you don’t have to thrive for earning millions of pounds. With the help of Vinted & Etsy, you and other 13-year-olds can create more space in your room and earn money simultaneously. If you’ve already celebrated your 16th birthday, your unused items have their own page on Fat Llama, too. In all three cases, your parents or legal guardians have to supervise your activities on the platform. If you think they could be great business partners, why not ask them to team up with you?

What can you (and your parents) sell? 

  • On Vinted, it’s possible to list your old clothes, toys, furniture, book and school supplies and other items in the category of Kids
  • On Etsy, your vintage and handmade items can find new homes. 

Summer jobs for teens in the UK

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When it comes to summer jobs, we can discuss typical seasonal agricultural and non-agricultural jobs. The jobs that belong to the former group prevail In rural areas. Unfortunately, even many adult villagers have to commute to a city for work nowadays. If you don’t mind travelling, go for a job in the city. Does one of your relatives live in a big city and can host in the summer? Take advantage of that, and look for summer jobs for 16-year-olds in London, Leeds or Glasgow

34. Gardener

Teens under 18 are not allowed to use any dangerous machines, but not all gardening jobs involve special tools or equipment. Raking the leaves, watering the plants or mowing the lawns would go fine. If you don’t have a garden, offer your help to your neighbours! You have to be at least 13 to start working. 

35. Fruit Picker

Traditionally, people from other European countries do most of the agricultural jobs like fruit picking in the UK. The current coronavirus pandemic and Brexit have put pressure on farmers hiring seasonal workers. Farm jobs don’t attract so many people because of the working conditions: spending long days standing and/or squatting on a field, carrying heavy weights or pushing a wheelbarrow back and forth for hours. Carrying out these tasks, you’ll become an important part of the food supply chain. As soon as you’re 13, you may get a job at a farm. Read about the rules and regulations here!

36. Lifeguard

Even if your teacher names you the best swimmer at 13, you can only look for a lifeguard position at 16. You have to obtain the National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ). The training usually costs about £150-£250. During the assessment test, you have to complete several tasks. Lifeguards have to be able to jump and dive into deep water, tread water for 30 seconds, swim 50 metres less than a minute, swim 100 metres without pause on front and back in deep water, and climb out of the water unaided among others. 

37. Summer Camp Worker

Most of the summer camps (well 2020 too) have been cancelled as a result of the COVID-19 outbreak. Some organisations have set up some virtual camps, others may have postponed their 2020 edition. If not this year, maybe next year you can enter the labour market as a summer camp worker if you’re over 16. Some of the companies only employ teens over 18.  

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Summary

In the UK, employers have to follow rules and regulations when employing teenagers who haven’t reached the school-leaving age yet. This means under the age of 16, or 18 (in England), you should not get to find full-time jobs. Yet teens can choose between several part-time, summer, online and work-from-home jobs as our list of best jobs for teens in the UK shows. Unfortunately, no minimum wage is set for teens under 16, so try negotiating your salary if possible! Unsurprisingly, teens contribute to the team effort in fast-food restaurants, cafés, retail stores and other shops that hire teens in the UK. As in the US, the entertainment industry always searches for young talents. Once you turn 18, you do whatever you feel like, including signing up for most of the companies listed on Appjobs.com. When looking for jobs now or in the future, always think about your safety. We wish you good luck and hope that you’ll earn the money you want.