Part-Time Jobs Around QA Higher Education

Students at QA Higher Education can look for part-time work in and around the city-centre campuses where they study. Because the provider operates in major UK cities, the strongest job opportunities are usually in retail, hospitality, customer service, administration, events and campus roles.

International students should always follow their visa conditions and keep their timetable realistic around coursework and exams.

Common Part-Time Job Options

Job type	Where students may find it	Why it can help
Retail assistant	Shops, supermarkets and shopping centres	Builds customer service and communication skills
Cafe or restaurant staff	Cafes, restaurants, hotels and food outlets	Common student work with flexible shifts
Hotel or events staff	Venues, event companies and hospitality agencies	Useful for evening and weekend availability
Campus ambassador	University events and student recruitment activity	Good CV experience and campus-friendly hours
Administrative assistant	Offices, charities and small businesses	Builds organisation and office skills
Customer service support	Service desks, call centres and businesses	Helps with problem-solving and professional communication
Tutor or mentor	Private tutoring or education support	Useful for students with strong academic skills
Project or office support	Business support roles and placements	Relevant for business and IT students

Where To Search

Students can search for part-time work through:

• QA Higher Education Careers service
• University partner job boards
• Local shops, cafes, restaurants and hotels
• Online job boards such as Indeed and LinkedIn
• Recruitment agencies for hospitality and events
• Employer websites in the city where they study
• Student ambassador or campus support opportunities

Because campuses are centrally located, students can often find work within a manageable commute.

On-Campus Work

On-campus roles are often the easiest to balance with study because they reduce travel time and can fit better around classes. Students may find opportunities in student support, reception, events, admin, library support or ambassador work.

These roles are especially useful for first-year students because they help build confidence while keeping the job close to campus.

Jobs Around The Main Cities

Students can explore work in:

• London
• Birmingham
• Manchester
• Newcastle
• Southampton

Each of these cities has a different mix of retail, hospitality, events and office work, so students should think about travel time, shift patterns and exam periods before accepting a role.

Practical Advice For International Students

Before applying for part-time jobs, students should:

• Prepare a one-page CV
• Understand visa work rules
• Open a bank account if needed
• Keep study commitments as the priority
• Avoid illegal or cash-in-hand work
• Keep records of contracts and payslips
• Use careers support for applications
• Start with shifts that fit around classes

Best Approach For September 2026 Students

Students arriving for the September 2026 intake should focus first on registration, orientation and settling into their course. Once that is in place, they can start applying for campus roles, retail work, hospitality shifts, tutoring and admin jobs.

The best part-time job is one that is legal, manageable and helpful for future employability. For QA Higher Education students, roles that strengthen communication, organisation and customer service are usually a smart fit.