Student & Part-Time Jobs in Brighton & Hove

Flexible student jobs tailored for University of Sussex and University of Brighton students, including Tier-4 visa compliant roles (≤20 hrs/week). Key hiring hubs include Falmer Campus, Moulsecoomb, City Centre, Seafront.

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Retail Assistant

Primark

Published today

16.5 hrs/week £13.00/hr

Location: Primark Brighton, Brighton, UK

Seeking a Retail Assistant to join the team at Primark, assisting customers and creating an enjoyable in-store experience. The role includes setting up the shop floor, handling till points, and processing deliveries. Shift patterns are varied and include mornings, afternoons, evenings, and weekends, with availability required between 08:00 AM – 16:00 PM.

Duties:

  • Providing customers with an amazing experience by assisting with sizes, styles, purchases, or returns.
  • Setting up the shop floor with full shelves, tidy fitting rooms, and sales displays showcasing latest fashions.
  • Delivering a fast and friendly experience at till points, processing queries, voids, and returns.
  • Receiving, unpacking, and checking off new deliveries, ensuring products are correctly priced and meet high standards.

Requirements:

  • Passionate about people and creating an amazing customer experience.
  • Honest, strong communicator who can listen, share ideas, and get involved.
  • Organised with excellent attention to detail.
  • Team player with high levels of motivation, a positive attitude, and a willingness to learn.
  • Interested in fashion and the latest styles and trends.

For the full job description, perks, and to apply, please click the 'Apply Now' button to visit the employer's website.

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Retail Customer Service

Entain

Published yesterday

20 hrs/week £13.00/hr

Location: Brighton & Hove, UK

An opportunity to deliver top customer service and drive daily standards in a dynamic betting shop environment. Joining the shop team involves serving customers, building relationships, and managing transactions. The 20-hour weekly rota consists of a blend of long opening or closing shifts and shorter evening shifts between 8am and 10pm, Monday to Sunday including weekends and bank holidays.

Duties:

  • Deliver outstanding customer service.
  • Always urge safer gambling.
  • Take bets on different sports and events.
  • Process customer transactions including cash handling.
  • Help demonstrate products and betting terminals to customers.
  • Handle customer complaints or concerns with empathy and problem-solving skills.
  • Work towards defined targets.
  • Maintain high shop standards.
  • Open or close the shop.

Requirements:

  • Must be 18 years of age or over.
  • Previous work in a customer-facing setting.
  • Confidence working with customers in person.
  • Familiarity with cash handling and payment transactions.

For the full job description, perks, and to apply, please click the 'Apply Now' button to visit the employer's website.

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Retail Customer Service

Entain

Published yesterday

20 - 24 hrs/week £13.00/hr

Location: Brighton & Hove, UK

Seeking a Retail Customer Service Manager to deliver high customer service standards and build repeat custom within a dynamic betting shop environment. Reporting to the Shop Manager, the role involves assisting customers, processing bets, and maintaining shop standards. Operating hours run Monday to Sunday from 8am to 10pm, including weekends and bank holidays, with rotas made up of opening, closing, and shorter evening shifts provided four weeks in advance.

Duties:

  • Deliver outstanding customer service.
  • Always urge safer gambling.
  • Take bets on different sports and events.
  • Process customer transactions including cash handling.
  • Help demonstrate products and betting terminals to customers.
  • Handle customer complaints or concerns with empathy and problem-solving skills.
  • Work towards defined targets.
  • Maintain high shop standards.
  • Open or close the shop.

Requirements:

  • Must be 18 years of age or over.
  • Previous work in a customer-facing setting.
  • Confidence working with customers in person.
  • Familiarity with cash handling and payment transactions.

For the full job description, perks, and to apply, please click the 'Apply Now' button to visit the employer's website.

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Brand Ambassador

Victoria's Secret

Published yesterday

6 hrs/week Competitive

RETAIL SEASONAL / TEMP FLEXIBLE TIER 4 FRIENDLY

Location: Brighton, UK

Seeking warm, friendly individuals who love fashion and retail to deliver customer experiences over the festive season. Offers seasonal opportunities starting from mid-September with flexible shift patterns available, including morning, afternoon, evening, and weekend shifts across key dates such as Black Friday, Christmas, and New Year's. Hours start from 6 hours per week with core shift patterns to suit varied lifestyles.

Duties:

  • Deliver customer experiences and provide customer service on the shop floor.
  • Own the in-store presentation of products and guide customers to find items.
  • Support key areas of the store, including cash handling and processing deliveries in the stockroom.

Requirements:

  • Passion for fashion and a keenness to develop customer service skills and product knowledge.
  • Ability to thrive and maintain energy in a fast-paced retail environment.
  • Flexibility to support team needs across key busy periods.

For the full job description, perks, and to apply, please click the 'Apply Now' button to visit the employer's website.

12.25 hrs/week £13.00 - £13.25/hr

Location: 18 Southwick Square, BN42 4FJ

Seeking a Hospitality, Supermarket Assistant to demonstrate knowledge and passion for food on service counters while building lasting relationships with customers. The role involves bringing the Waitrose ethos to life and helping to maximize sales and profit while delivering excellent service. Working schedule includes Sunday 05:30 - 13:30 and Thursday 13:30 - 18:30.

Duties:

  • Take responsibility for the food counter, ensuring the highest presentation and hygiene standards at all times.
  • Stay on top of stock levels to ensure products are available when needed.
  • Follow all due diligence and health & safety protocols when working with open food to reduce food wastage.
  • Maintain knowledge of new products and understand Waitrose's food values.
  • Support the wider shop team when required with general shopkeeping tasks.

Requirements:

  • Must be 18 years or over due to working time regulations.
  • Communication skills to work effectively as part of a team and with customers.
  • Customer facing, catering, or hospitality experience is desirable.
  • Strong interest and up-to-date knowledge in food and drink trends is desirable.
  • Flexible approach to support the whole branch is desirable.

For the full job description, perks, and to apply, please click the 'Apply Now' button to visit the employer's website.

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Customer Team Member

Co-op

Published yesterday

12 hrs/week £13.04/hr

Location: 41 - 45 St James Street, Brighton, BN2 1RG

Seeking a Customer Team Member to join the team at Co-op, playing a key role in delivering friendly and helpful service in a fast-moving local store. Working patterns consist of closing shifts from mid-afternoon through to late evening, including at least one weekend shift. Tasks may involve assisting on tills, bakery operations, or picking and packing online home delivery orders.

Duties:

  • Support the day-to-day running of the store by delivering friendly and thoughtful service
  • Work with the team to keep the store running smoothly
  • Work hands-on on the shop floor and tills to create a great shopping experience
  • Help maintain store performance by keeping shelves stocked and checking prices, dates, and stock accuracy
  • Keep the store safe and legal by checking prices, dates, and temperatures
  • Promote Co-op Membership and support the local community

Requirements:

  • A genuine passion for helping people and delivering great customer service
  • The ability to work flexibly across a number of shifts and as part of a team
  • An interest in retail and working in a busy store environment

For the full job description, perks, and to apply, please click the 'Apply Now' button to visit the employer's website.

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Sales Assistant

Footasylum

Published 2 days ago

8 - 16 hrs/week £8.00 - £12.71/hr

Location: Brighton, UK

Seeking a Sales Assistant to create a next-level shopping experience and serve as a brand ambassador for streetwear and sportswear. Working Monday through Sunday with rotating shifts, duties involve styling complete outfits and hosting in-store hype events.

Duties:

  • Style the full fit by building complete looks with kicks, layers, accessories, and care kits
  • Know the product and culture by learning silhouettes, tech, fabrics, and care
  • Host the hype by owning launch days, exclusive drops, styling sessions, and in-store activations
  • Chase the win by driving sales, hitting KPIs, building baskets, and celebrating team wins
  • Keep the store visual, clean, and ready for the next fit check

Requirements:

  • Outgoing, confident, and approachable with a love for starting conversations and building connections
  • Obsessed with trainers and streetwear fashion and curious to learn more
  • Flexible for evenings and weekends and thrives in a fast-paced, high-energy environment
  • Team player with a growth mindset, open to feedback, and eager to develop

For the full job description, perks, and to apply, please click the 'Apply Now' button to visit the employer's website.

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Multifunctional Sales Associate

MANGO

Published 2 days ago

12 hrs/week Competitive

RETAIL SEASONAL / TEMP WEEKEND TIER 4 FRIENDLY

Location: Brighton, UK

Seeking a Multifunctional Sales Associate to join the team at MANGO in Brighton on a fixed-term basis. The role involves delivering exceptional customer service, driving store sales, performing cashier duties, and supporting stockroom operations. Working patterns cover 12 hours per week across Monday to Sunday.

Duties:

  • Provide exceptional service to customers, ensuring their needs are met and reflecting brand values
  • Actively contribute to increasing store sales by engaging with customers and recommending products
  • Efficiently handle cashier duties including processing transactions, returns, exchanges, and cash register balancing
  • Assist in stockroom operations including receiving, organizing, and replenishing merchandise
  • Maintain store presentation standards and consistent, professional service delivery
  • Utilize product knowledge to assist customers effectively and highlight key features
  • Work collaboratively with the store team to support business objectives

Requirements:

  • Customer-oriented, proactive, and responsible attitude
  • Ability to multitask across sales, cashier, and stockroom functions
  • Strong skills to engage customers effectively and maintain high service standards

For the full job description, perks, and to apply, please click the 'Apply Now' button to visit the employer's website.

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Customer Assistant - Food

Marks & Spencer

Published 3 days ago

12 hrs/week £13.41/hr

RETAIL WEEKEND NIGHT SHIFT TIER 4 FRIENDLY

Location: Carden Avenue Brighton Simply Food, Brighton, UK

Seeking a Customer Assistant to join the Food team at M&S. The role involves delivering high-quality service, filling shelves, and assisting customers in a fast-paced retail environment. Working pattern includes shifts on Sunday from 06:00 to 10:00, Friday from 04:00 to 08:00, and Saturday from 04:00 to 08:00.

Duties:

  • Serve, sell, fill shelves, and help drive sales growth
  • Recommending and selling new food products to customers
  • Utilize digital tools like Sparks and in-store devices to enhance customer experience
  • Work flexibly across various areas of the store as needed

Requirements:

  • Must be 18 years of age or older due to night shift health and safety legislation
  • Digitally confident with the ability to use store devices
  • Strong team player capable of handling a high-pressure environment
  • Resilient, flexible, and customer-focused

For the full job description, perks, and to apply, please click the 'Apply Now' button to visit the employer's website.

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Retail Customer Service

Entain

Published 4 days ago

20 hrs/week £13.00/hr

Location: Brighton & Hove, UK

Delivering top customer service and driving daily standards within dynamic betting shops. Working patterns feature a typical 20-hour weekly rota made up of a blend of long opening or closing shifts and shorter evening shifts between Monday and Sunday, 8am - 10pm. The role focuses on serving customers and building relationships to encourage repeat custom.

Duties:

  • Deliver outstanding customer service
  • Always urge safer gambling
  • Take bets on different sports and events
  • Process customer transactions including cash handling
  • Help demonstrate products and betting terminals to customers
  • Handle customer complaints or concerns with empathy and problem-solving skills
  • Work towards defined targets
  • Maintain high shop standards
  • Open or close the shop

Requirements:

  • Must be 18 years of age or over to work in betting shops
  • Previous work in a customer-facing setting
  • Confidence working with customers in person
  • Familiarity with cash handling and payment transactions

For the full job description, perks, and to apply, please click the 'Apply Now' button to visit the employer's website.

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Weekend Chef

White Oaks

Published 4 days ago

20 hrs/week £16.50/hr

Location: White Oaks, BN37LW, Brighton & Hove, UK

Seeking an ambitious Chef to help create exceptional food experiences in healthcare on a part-time basis. The schedule consists of weekend-only shifts totaling 20 hours per week. The role involves preparing and serving high-quality meals within a market-leading food service company.

Duties:

  • Preparing delicious, high-quality food that delights clients and customers
  • Overseeing and implementing menu changes
  • Identifying opportunities to improve food services
  • Listening and acting on customer feedback to consistently improve food services
  • Supporting with the creation of new menus and creative food concepts
  • Representing Healthcare and maintaining a positive brand image
  • Monitoring inventories to keep kitchens well-stocked
  • Overseeing kitchen cleaning responsibilities to maintain hygiene standards
  • Complying with Food Handling, Hygiene and Health and Safety regulations

Requirements:

  • Passionate about great-tasting food and exceptional customer service
  • Hold a City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent
  • Experience supervising a team
  • Experience in a similar Chef role
  • Hold a Food Hygiene certificate
  • Flexible approach to working

For the full job description, perks, and to apply, please click the 'Apply Now' button to visit the employer's website.

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Waiter / Waitress

PizzaExpress

Published 4 days ago

Flexible £9 - £17.21/hr

Location: BN2 5WA, Brighton, UK

Seeking a Waiter or Waitress to deliver top-notch service and create enlivening experiences that exceed expectations. The role invites individuals to bring their personality and unique flair in a dynamic and energetic environment.

Duties:

  • Greet and seat customers
  • Take orders and serve food, drink and desserts

Requirements:

  • No experience required

For the full job description, perks, and to apply, please click the 'Apply Now' button to visit the employer's website.

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Retail Consultant

Aesop

Published 4 days ago

Flexible Competitive

Location: Brighton, England

Seeking a Retail Consultant to embody the brand's desire to engage, listen, and guide customers to relevant products. The role involves welcoming customers into spaces, deepening product experiences through intentional interactions, and delivering an exceptional, inclusive customer experience that contributes to commercial success.

Duties:

  • Welcome customers into spaces and guide them to relevant products through intentional interactions
  • Demonstrate products that address customer needs to deliver an exceptional, inclusive customer experience
  • Contribute to overall commercial success through effective selling skills

Requirements:

  • Experience operating within a customer service role or environment
  • Effective selling skills and the ability to drive commercial outcomes
  • History of successfully participating in and contributing to a team
  • Demonstrated ability to utilise empathy to manage interpersonal relationships and contribute to a positive and inclusive experience for all
  • Open mindset and deep curiosity seeking to understand others, listen without judgement and act on diverse perspectives
  • Strong communication and problem-solving skills
  • Working knowledge of skin care and skin care industry (advantageous)
  • Knowledge of hair care, body care, fragrance and home categories (advantageous)

For the full job description, perks, and to apply, please click the 'Apply Now' button to visit the employer's website.

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Retail Associate

TK Maxx

Published 5 days ago

8 - 16 hrs/week Competitive

Location: 1 The Goldstone Retail Park, Old Shoreham Road, Hove, BN3 7PN, UK

Seeking Retail Associates to join the team in a welcoming store environment. Offers 8 to 16-hour contracts in store, suitable for candidates starting their career or bringing existing experience. Provides comprehensive training, development resources, and exclusive staff discounts.

Duties:

  • Create a welcoming atmosphere by greeting customers, assisting with needs, and ensuring a positive shopping experience.
  • Handle a variety of tasks including cashier duties, fitting room assistance, backroom support, and store cleaning.
  • Participate in learning and development programs to build skills and knowledge.
  • Work collaboratively as part of a supportive team to achieve shared goals.

Requirements:

  • Friendly, approachable, and creates a warm and inclusive environment.
  • Strong team player who supports colleagues and communicates openly.
  • Excellent communication and active listening skills.
  • Flexible, adaptable, and able to manage time well in a fast-paced setting.
  • No prior experience required as full training is provided.

For the full job description, perks, and to apply, please click the 'Apply Now' button to visit the employer's website.

Varies Competitive

HOSPITALITY EVENTS FLEXIBLE WEEKEND

Location: American Express Stadium, Village Way, Brighton, BN1 9BL, UK

Stationed in the 1901 ticket office on matchdays, this role acts as a key representative for the club by handling matchday, ticketing, and hospitality enquiries from high net worth members. Responsibilities include processing ticket collections, capturing customer details, upselling commercial products, and assisting with NFC ticketing operations. Shifts cover home matchdays throughout the season, including Men’s Premier League, WSL, European, Cup games, and Friendlies.

Duties:

  • Handle general matchday, ticketing, and hospitality enquiries from high net worth members.
  • Process ticket collections and accurately capture customer details within the ticketing system.
  • Proactively upsell and cross-sell commercial products.
  • Assist at turnstiles with NFC ticketing operations whenever required.

Requirements:

  • Excellent customer service skills with the ability to work calmly under pressure.
  • Positive attitude, strong interpersonal skills, and dedication to championing Team Brighton values.
  • Prior customer service, sales, or ticketing system experience is desirable.
  • Proof of the right to live and work in the UK.

For the full job description, perks, and to apply, please click the 'Apply Now' button to visit the employer's website.

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Restaurant Supervisor

The Ivy Collection

Published 1 week ago

20 hrs/week Competitive

Location: Brighton, UK

The Ivy Asia Brighton is seeking a dynamic Restaurant Supervisor to join the team in delivering exceptional dining experiences. The role involves supporting the daily operations of the restaurant, maintaining high service standards, and managing departmental training. Full-time and part-time options are available with a guaranteed minimum 20-hour contract.

Duties:

  • Support the seamless running of the restaurant by providing efficient and effective service.
  • Ensure operational standards are maintained and anticipate guest needs.
  • Establish and maintain positive working relationships across the restaurant team and kitchen brigade.
  • Identify and carry out training and development needs within the department.
  • Report directly to the Restaurant Manager.

Requirements:

  • Minimum of 1 year of experience in a Restaurant Supervisor role.
  • Solution-driven approach with the ability to perform well under pressure.
  • Professional commitment to service excellence and strong teamwork skills.

For the full job description, perks, and to apply, please click the 'Apply Now' button to visit the employer's website.


EVENTS FLEXIBLE

Location: Brighton, UK

Seeking a Performing Arts Production Assistant - Design and Wardrobe to provide practical support across scenic construction, prop management, costume preparation, wardrobe operations, and production activities. This is a flexible, casual role on a zero-hour ad-hoc basis with hours allocated according to the operational needs of productions and events throughout the academic year. The position supports both the Head of Theatrical Design and Head of Wardrobe Design across Brighton College's Performing Arts programme.

Duties:

  • Assist with the preparation, installation, operation, and strike of productions, examinations, and events
  • Support scenic construction, set dressing, prop making, sourcing, and maintenance of scenery stores
  • Support costume preparation, fittings, alterations, laundering, repair, inventory management, and act as a dresser during performances
  • Assist with departmental administrative tasks, workspace maintenance, and moving production equipment across campus

Requirements:

  • Practical hands-on experience or interest in theatre production, scenery, props, costume, and backstage operations
  • Organised and dependable with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a busy environment
  • Strong team player who is adaptable, proactive, and maintains a professional attitude
  • Commitment to high standards, attention to detail, health and safety, customer service, and safeguarding standards

For the full job description, perks, and to apply, please click the 'Apply Now' button to visit the employer's website.

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Theatre Technician

Brighton College

Published 1 week ago

Flexible £16.26/hr

Location: Brighton College, Brighton & Hove, UK

Seeking a Theatre Technician on an all-year-round zero-hours basis to provide technical expertise and support for all aspects of the College's performing arts provision. The role involves working collaboratively with the Performing Arts Team to support productions, rehearsals, assemblies, and events in the Richard Cairns Building. Hours are provided on an ad-hoc basis with specific availability discussed during the interview process.

Duties:

  • Provide technical support for events, performances, assemblies, pupil lessons, and curriculum delivery.
  • Support the rigging and operation of lighting, sound, AV, and stage equipment.
  • Provide necessary theatrical resources to visiting users and take on duty manager shifts when required.
  • Support the maintenance and repairs of technical equipment and source required props for productions.

Requirements:

  • Formal technical theatre training or equivalent experience working within a technical theatre department.
  • Good knowledge of lighting, sound, and staging equipment alongside technical theatre Health and Safety procedures.
  • Excellent problem-solving, fault-finding, decision-making, and communication skills.
  • Ability to work at heights and lift bulky or heavy lighting and technical equipment.

For the full job description, perks, and to apply, please click the 'Apply Now' button to visit the employer's website.

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Retail Customer Service

Entain

Published 1 week ago

20 hrs/week £13.00/hr

Location: Brighton & Hove, UK

Seeking a Retail Customer Service team member to deliver customer service and drive daily standards in betting shops. Reporting to the Shop Manager, the role involves serving customers, building repeat custom, and managing shop operations. Working patterns fall between Monday and Sunday from 8am to 10pm, including weekends and bank holidays, with rotas made up of long opening/closing shifts and shorter evening shifts.

Duties:

  • Deliver outstanding customer service.
  • Always urge safer gambling.
  • Take bets on different sports and events.
  • Process customer transactions including cash handling.
  • Help demonstrate products and betting terminals to customers.
  • Handle customer complaints or concerns with empathy and problem-solving skills.
  • Work towards defined targets.
  • Maintain high shop standards.
  • Open or close the shop.

Requirements:

  • Must be 18 years of age or over.
  • Previous work in a customer-facing setting.
  • Confidence working with customers in person.
  • Familiarity with cash handling and payment transactions.

For the full job description, perks, and to apply, please click the 'Apply Now' button to visit the employer's website.

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Retail Customer Service Manager

Entain

Published 1 week ago

20 hrs/week £13.00/hr

Location: Brighton & Hove, UK

Seeking a Retail Customer Service Manager to join the team at Entain, delivering customer service and driving standards daily in Ladbrokes & Coral betting shops. The role involves serving customers, building relationships, promoting safer gambling, and maintaining shop standards. Operating hours span Monday to Sunday from 8am to 10pm, with a typical weekly rota of 20 hours consisting of a blend of long opening or closing shifts and shorter evening shifts.

Duties:

  • Deliver outstanding customer service.
  • Always urge safer gambling.
  • Take bets on different sports and events.
  • Process customer transactions including cash handling.
  • Help demonstrate products and betting terminals to customers.
  • Handle customer complaints or concerns with empathy and problem-solving skills.
  • Work towards defined targets and maintain high shop standards.
  • Open or close the shop.

Requirements:

  • Must be 18 years of age or over.
  • Previous experience working in a customer-facing setting.
  • Confidence working with customers in person.
  • Familiarity with cash handling and payment transactions.

For the full job description, perks, and to apply, please click the 'Apply Now' button to visit the employer's website.

Popular Student Jobs & Hourly Pay in Brighton

Frequently recorded job titles and typical hourly wages in this sector across Brighton & Hove:

Team Member

22 vacancies recorded

£12.71–£12.91/hr

Customer Team Member

16 vacancies recorded

£13.04/hr

Sales Associate

15 vacancies recorded

£12.71/hr

Tesco Colleague

15 vacancies recorded

£13.28/hr

Sales Assistant

14 vacancies recorded

£8.00–£13.25/hr

Cleaner

12 vacancies recorded

£12.71–£13.65/hr

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about finding and applying for student & visa-friendly vacancies across Brighton & Hove:

Student and campus roles in Brighton typically pay between £11.44 and £13.50+ per hour. On-campus roles at the University of Sussex and University of Brighton (such as Student Ambassadors) frequently pay above the National Living Wage.
Under UK Home Office visa regulations, international students holding a Student Visa are legally permitted to work up to 20 hours per week during term time, and full-time during official university vacation periods.
Top locations include Falmer campus, Moulsecoomb, Brighton City Centre, Churchill Square, and the AMEX Stadium. These areas offer flexible shift work with direct train and 24-hour bus connectivity (such as the 25 bus route).
Popular student roles include Campus Brand Ambassadors, Matchday Event Stewards, Part-Time Baristas in hospitality, and Sales Assistants in retail stores, with shifts designed around lecture timetables.
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