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AI Training & Data AnnotationActive
75/100·Moderate trust
Surge AI Workers UK logo

Surge AI Workers UK

High-quality AI training data. Remote creative writing, conversation, and evaluation tasks.

£10-25/hourEst.
5-10 hours/week
Beginner
Global
Unrated
Online
Free to start
Beginner Friendly
Remote WorkActive
70/100·Moderate trust
OpenClassrooms UK Mentor logo

OpenClassrooms UK Mentor

OpenClassrooms operates as a remote education provider focusing on competency-based learning and professional certifications. As a mentor, your primary role is to act as a subject matter expert and coach for students enrolled in specific career paths. You earn income by conducting weekly 45-minute video call sessions with assigned students, where you review their project work, explain complex concepts, and help them prepare for final assessments. The role is highly flexible, allowing mentors to choose their own schedule and manage as many or as few students as they wish, typically ranging from 2 to 20 hours per week. It best suits established professionals with a pedagogical mindset who enjoy sharing practical industry knowledge. To be successful, mentors must possess strong communication skills and deep technical expertise in their specific field. Payment is generally processed per completed session, with rates varying based on the complexity of the course level and the mentor's location and experience.

£15-30/hourEst.
5-10 hours/week
Intermediate
Global
Unrated
Online
Free to start
Coaching & Course MarketplacesActive
75/100·Moderate trust
Thinkific UK Course Creator logo

Thinkific UK Course Creator

Online course creation platform. Build and sell courses with zero coding required.

£10-100+/saleEst.
5-10 hours/week
Beginner
Global
Unrated
Online
Free to start
Beginner Friendly
Weekend & Evening JobsActive
70/100·Moderate trust
BrewDog Bar Staff logo

BrewDog Bar Staff

BrewDog offers part-time and flexible bar crew positions across its extensive network of UK taprooms. As a prominent craft beer company, the platform provides entry-level roles focused on service, beer education, and venue maintenance. Workers earn an hourly rate, typically ranging from £10 to £13, plus potential tips depending on the location. This role is highly suited for individuals seeking supplemental income outside of standard business hours, such as students or those with weekday commitments. Typical shifts occur during peak hospitality hours, including Friday nights and weekends. Key responsibilities include operating point-of-sale systems, advising customers on various beer styles, cleaning communal areas, and ensuring compliance with licensing laws. While the company provides initial training on their product range, successful candidates are expected to demonstrate reliability and a professional demeanor in high-pressure environments. The commitment level varies by location, but the roles are generally designed for those requiring consistent part-time hours rather than one-off freelance tasks.

£10-13/hourEst.
5-10 hours/week
Beginner
Global
Unrated
Online
Free to start
Beginner Friendly
Education & Supply TeachingActive
86/100·High trust
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Zen Educate

Tech-enabled supply teaching platform that cuts out agency fees. Connects teachers and TAs directly with schools. Higher take-home pay than traditional supply agencies.

$15-25/hourEst.
Flexible
Intermediate
Global
Unrated
Online
Free to start
FreelancingActive
75/100·Moderate trust
Guru logo

Guru

Global freelance marketplace. Remote development, writing, design, and admin project work.

£8-40/hourEst.
5-10 hours/week
Beginner
Global
Unrated
Online
Free to start
Beginner Friendly
Seasonal WorkActive
70/100·Moderate trust
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Warwick Castle Summer

Warwick Castle Summer is a seasonal employment program operated by Merlin Entertainments, designed to scale the attraction's workforce during the busy summer months. The platform provides temporary roles for individuals interested in the heritage and leisure sector. Users earn money by performing specific operational duties, including character acting, delivering educational tours, managing event crowds, and assisting with food and beverage services. The work is physically active and entirely site-based in Warwick, UK. It suits individuals looking for temporary, fixed-term contracts rather than long-term career stability. Typical commitments involve rotating shifts, including weekends and bank holidays, to match visitor demand. Key requirements include strong interpersonal communication skills, reliability, and the ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions. While some performance roles require specific auditions, most general crew positions are entry-level and provide on-site training. The platform offers a structured environment for those seeking to gain experience in public-facing roles within a controlled, historic setting.

£10-14/hourEst.
5-10 hours/week
Beginner
Global
Unrated
Online
Free to start
Beginner Friendly
Healthcare Bank WorkActive
75/100·Moderate trust
Leeds Teaching Hospitals Bank logo

Leeds Teaching Hospitals Bank

Leeds Teaching Hospitals Bank is the internal staffing agency for one of the largest NHS trusts in the UK. The platform serves as a primary resource for managing temporary clinical and non-clinical staffing needs across major sites like St James's and the LGI. It is designed for healthcare workers, including nurses, doctors, healthcare assistants, and administrative staff, who prefer flexible working patterns over fixed contracts. Users earn by selecting available shifts via an online booking system, with pay rates varying significantly based on role seniority and shift timing (unsocial hours and weekends attract higher rates). There is no minimum weekly commitment, making it suitable for students, retirees, or full-time NHS employees seeking overtime. Key requirements include relevant professional qualifications for clinical roles, a successful DBS check, and completion of mandatory Trust induction training. The bank offers a pathway for those seeking experience within a teaching hospital environment without the constraints of a permanent rotation.

£12-42/hourEst.
5-10 hours/week
Beginner
Global
Unrated
Online
Free to start
Beginner Friendly
Content CreationActive
92/100·High trust
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TikTok Creator Fund

The TikTok Creator Fund is a financial incentive program designed to reward creators for producing engaging short-form video content. It is best suited for creative individuals with the ability to produce viral or high-engagement media consistently. Users earn money directly from the platform based on video performance metrics, including view counts and regional engagement rates. Beyond the direct fund, the platform facilitates secondary income through the TikTok Creator Marketplace for brand deals and virtual gifting during live streams. Success typically requires a daily time commitment to filming, editing, and community interaction. Key requirements include reaching a specific follower threshold (usually 10,000) and achieving a minimum number of video views (100,000) within the last 30 days. While the barrier to entry is low for beginners, the pay-per-view rate is often noted as being lower than traditional long-form video platforms, requiring high volume for significant earnings.

$100-5000/monthEst.
5-10 hours/week
Beginner
Global
Unrated
Online
Free to start
Beginner Friendly
Student JobsActive
70/100·Moderate trust
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Wagamama Student Work

Wagamama Student Work is a specialized recruitment pathway for the popular UK casual dining brand, focusing on hiring students for operational roles. The platform offers two primary tracks: front-of-house (hosting and serving) and back-of-house (line cooking and food preparation). This opportunity suits individuals seeking structured, high-volume hospitality experience within an established corporate framework. Users earn through fixed hourly wages, with front-of-house staff often receiving a share of credit card and cash tips. Typical commitments range from 8 to 20 hours per week, with peak shifts occurring during evenings and weekends. Key requirements include the legal right to work in the UK, a professional demeanor, and the physical stamina required for long shifts on their feet. Unlike independent gig apps, these are formal employment contracts, offering benefits such as statutory holiday pay and staff meal discounts, making it a stable alternative to on-demand task platforms.

£10-13/hourEst.
5-10 hours/week
Beginner
Global
Unrated
Online
Free to start
Beginner Friendly
Creator EconomyActive
70/100·Moderate trust
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Payhip

Sell digital downloads, courses, and memberships. Simple storefront with 0% on free plan.

$50-5,000+/monthEst.
5-10 hours/week
Beginner
Global
Unrated
Online
Free to start
Beginner Friendly
TeachingActive
95/100·High trust
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MyTutor

Tutor UK school students in GCSE and A-Level subjects. Platform handles student matching and scheduling.

$20-35/hour
5-10 hours/week
Intermediate
Global
Unrated
Online
Free to start
Local ServicesActive
70/100·Moderate trust
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Car Detailing

Car detailing is a localized service gig where individuals provide comprehensive cleaning and restoration for motor vehicles. Unlike a standard automated car wash, detailing focuses on meticulous hand-cleaning of both the interior and exterior. This service is typically performed as a mobile operation, where the provider brings their equipment to the customer's home or workplace. Participants earn income on a per-job basis, with rates ranging from $50 for basic washes to over $200 for full-service restorations involving steam cleaning and paint protection. It is a flexible role that allows for part-time or full-time commitment depending on the contractor's availability and local demand. The work is physically demanding, requiring several hours of standing, bending, and manual labor per vehicle. Success in this gig requires attention to detail and strong customer service skills. While specialized training is not strictly required for entry-level tasks, professional results often necessitate knowledge of specific chemicals, tools, and surfaces. Providers must manage their own scheduling, transportation, and equipment maintenance.

$50-200/car
Flexible
Beginner
Global
Unrated
Online
Free to start
Beginner Friendly
Care & Support WorkActive
70/100·Moderate trust
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Abbeyfield Society Jobs

The Abbeyfield Society operates as a non-profit organization offering housing and support services for the elderly across the United Kingdom. Unlike typical gig platforms, it functions through a network of local member societies, offering both permanent and flexible shifts in sheltered housing and residential care homes. Users earn money by performing essential tasks such as personal care, meal preparation, housekeeping, and administrative support. The platform is particularly suited for individuals seeking stable, community-focused work within the charity sector rather than short-term freelance tasks. Typical commitment levels range from part-time hourly shifts to full-time roles, depending on the specific house's needs. Key requirements generally include a background check (DBS), a compassionate temperament, and the ability to work locally within one of their many UK locations. While prior experience is beneficial, many entry-level roles provide the necessary training for those new to the care sector, making it an accessible entry point for support work.

£10-14/hourEst.
5-10 hours/week
Beginner
Global
Unrated
Online
Free to start
Beginner Friendly
Teaching & TutoringActive
70/100·Moderate trust
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Tutor Hunt

Tutor Hunt is a prominent UK-based educational directory designed to bridge the gap between private tutors and students seeking academic support. Unlike agencies that assign students to tutors, this platform operates as a marketplace where tutors create detailed profiles to showcase their qualifications, experience, and subjects. It is particularly well-suited for university students, qualified teachers, and industry professionals looking for supplemental income with high levels of autonomy. Users earn money by delivering one-to-one lessons either in person or via the site’s integrated online classroom. Typical earnings range from £15 to £45 per hour, though tutors have the freedom to set their own fees. There is no minimum time commitment, making it a flexible option for those with fluctuating schedules. Key requirements include a residency in the UK, a clear background check for those working with minors, and verifiable proof of academic qualifications. The platform handles the initial connection and provides a secure payment system for online lessons, though it also supports traditional face-to-face local tutoring arrangements.

£15-45/hourEst.
5-10 hours/week
Beginner
Global
Unrated
Online
Free to start
Beginner Friendly
Content Creation & Social MediaActive
78/100·Moderate trust
Vidsy logo

Vidsy

Video ad creation platform connecting creators with major brands for social-first ad production.

$200-5000/projectEst.
5-10 hours/week
Intermediate
Global
Unrated
Online
Free to start
AI Training & Data AnnotationActive
75/100·Moderate trust
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DataAnnotation Tech

AI training data platform. Remote coding, writing, and data evaluation tasks for AI models.

£10-30/hourEst.
5-10 hours/week
Beginner
Global
Unrated
Online
Free to start
Beginner Friendly
AI Training & Data AnnotationActive
75/100·Moderate trust
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Outlier AI Writing UK

AI training through creative writing. Remote RLHF writing, rating, and evaluation tasks.

£10-25/hourEst.
5-10 hours/week
Beginner
Global
Unrated
Online
Free to start
Beginner Friendly
AI Training & Data AnnotationActive
75/100·Moderate trust
Labelbox Annotators UK logo

Labelbox Annotators UK

AI training data platform. Remote data labelling, bounding box, and segmentation tasks.

£6-15/hourEst.
5-10 hours/week
Beginner
Global
Unrated
Online
Free to start
Beginner Friendly
AI Training & Data AnnotationActive
75/100·Moderate trust
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Centific

AI data services and digital transformation. Remote data annotation, testing, and QA tasks.

£6-15/hourEst.
5-10 hours/week
Beginner
Global
Unrated
Online
Free to start
Beginner Friendly
AI Training & Data AnnotationActive
70/100·Moderate trust
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Mindrift

LLM evaluation and text review tasks. Language-focused human feedback for AI models.

$10-25/hourEst.
5-10 hours/week
Intermediate
Global
Unrated
Online
Free to start
AI Training & Data AnnotationActive
75/100·Moderate trust
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Scale AI Task Workers

Enterprise AI data platform. Remote RLHF, prompt evaluation, and data quality review tasks.

£10-25/hourEst.
5-10 hours/week
Beginner
Global
Unrated
Online
Free to start
Beginner Friendly
AI Training & Data AnnotationActive
75/100·Moderate trust
Sama AI Tasks UK logo

Sama AI Tasks UK

Ethical AI training data. Remote image annotation, video labelling, and quality assurance.

£5-12/hourEst.
5-10 hours/week
Beginner
Global
Unrated
Online
Free to start
Beginner Friendly
AI Training & Data AnnotationActive
75/100·Moderate trust
Invisible Technologies UK logo

Invisible Technologies UK

AI operations and training. Remote process automation, data handling, and quality tasks.

£8-18/hourEst.
5-10 hours/week
Beginner
Global
Unrated
Online
Free to start
Beginner Friendly
AI Training & Data AnnotationActive
75/100·Moderate trust
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V7 Labs Annotation UK

London-based AI annotation platform. Remote medical image and autonomous driving labelling.

£8-18/hourEst.
5-10 hours/week
Beginner
Global
Unrated
Online
Free to start
Beginner Friendly
AI Training & Data AnnotationActive
70/100·Moderate trust
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Lionbridge AI

AI training data projects including search evaluation, translation, and content assessment.

$10-20/hourEst.
5-10 hours/week
Beginner
Global
Unrated
Online
Free to start
Beginner Friendly
AI Training & Data AnnotationActive
75/100·Moderate trust
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SuperAnnotate Workers

Computer vision annotation platform. Remote image and video annotation specialist tasks.

£6-15/hourEst.
5-10 hours/week
Beginner
Global
Unrated
Online
Free to start
Beginner Friendly
AI Training & Data AnnotationActive
80/100·High trust
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RWS TrainAI

AI training data platform hiring freelancers for data annotation, content evaluation, and linguistic AI training tasks.

$12-30/hourEst.
5-10 hours/week
Beginner
Global
Unrated
Online
Free to start
Beginner Friendly
AI Training & Data AnnotationActive
75/100·Moderate trust
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Welocalize AI Tasks UK

Localisation and AI services. Remote linguistic AI training, translation QA, and eval tasks.

£8-18/hourEst.
5-10 hours/week
Beginner
Global
Unrated
Online
Free to start
Beginner Friendly
AI Training & Data AnnotationActive
75/100·Moderate trust
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Datasaur AI Tasks UK

NLP data labelling platform. Remote text annotation, entity recognition, and NER tasks.

£6-14/hourEst.
5-10 hours/week
Beginner
Global
Unrated
Online
Free to start
Beginner Friendly

Frequently Asked Questions

Can teachers do side hustles during term time?

Yes, but check your contract. Most teaching contracts allow reasonable secondary work that doesn't affect your primary role or create conflicts of interest.

What side hustles can teachers do during school holidays?

Popular options include tutoring, creating online courses, writing educational materials, exam marking, and holiday activity coaching.

How much can teachers earn from tutoring?

UK tutors typically earn £25-60 per hour depending on subject and level. GCSE and A-Level tutors in STEM subjects command premium rates.