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A university student in a plain burgundy polo shirt stands behind the counter of a UK corner shop on a weekday evening, smiling.

Part-time work13 min read

Part-time retail jobs for students

How part-time shop work fits around school, college or university: hours, contracts, pay, tax and National Insurance, when to apply and the best roles.

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