List of the best second jobs
Looking for the best side hustles to boost your income, but not sure where to start?
The following suggestions could provide you with the inspiration to kickstart your earnings.
1. Content creator/ influencer
From promoting brands to producing YouTube vlogs and TikTok videos, content creation and influencing are highly competitive markets – but they could bring in a significant income.
‘Nano-influencers’ – those who have a social media following of between 1,000 and 10,000 – could earn between £50 and £200 per sponsored post, while a sponsored post by a more experienced influencer with 500,000 followers could earn up to £2,500.
Whether it’s posting fitness inspiration vlogs or sharing vegan recipes on Instagram, if you want to take influencing seriously, you should decide on your ‘brand’ and what it is that you want to represent.
Indeed have put together this six-step guide to becoming an influencer.
2. Food delivery driver/ rider
If you have a couple of spare hours and access to a fully licened and insured car, motorbike or bicycle, you might consider applying for a delivery driver/rider role with a food delivery service, such as Deliveroo, JustEat, or Uber Eats.
With this type of role, you’ll be able to choose exactly when you work, meaning you can fit it in around your main job and any other commitments.
You can find out more about becoming a food delivery driver and the potential earnings in our guide here.
3. Sell items online
Got any clothes, shoes, accessories or household items that you no longer want or use? If they’re in good condition, why not sell them online?
Sites and apps such as eBay and Vinted could be a good place to start.
In fact, selling clothes on Vinted or a similar second-hand site is one of the three most popular side-hustles.
As of 2025, Vinted has over 16 million users in the UK, and sellers are not charged any fees.
Of course, selling items online might not be a steady form of income, and the amount of money brought in will depend on how many items you sell.
4. Online writing
Searching for side hustles from home? If writing is something that comes naturally to you, you may wish to explore opportunities to turn your skill into a second job.
You could:
- take on freelance work and produce articles for established companies and publications.
- Write and manage your own blog.
- Self-publish a book.
Several sites that list available freelance writing opportunities, including Freelancer and PeoplePerHour.
Establishing yourself as a freelance writer can take time, but putting in the work to build your profile could pay off.
Wondering how to monetise a blog? You could earn money through writing and publishing content on your own blog or website by adding in advertising and affiliate marketing. You can find out more about this here.
5. Freelance graphic design
More into graphic design than writing? Why not look into freelance graphic design work online for extra money?
From website design to logo production, there could be many ways to utilise your graphic design talents through freelance work online.
6. Dog walking
If you’re a dog lover, taking other people’s pooches for a walk won’t even feel like work!
Websites such as Rover allow you to register as a dog walker/ sitter and will connect you with owners in your local area.
7. Paid surveys
This is more of a slow burner than an instant money maker, but if you’ve got 10 minutes free while your tea is in the oven or when waiting for the train home from work, you might be interested in taking part in surveys to earn money.
Various platforms offer paid surveys, and it’s worth looking into each to gain an understanding of how payments work. Some will award you ‘points’ for each survey completed which you can build up over time to exchange for cash or a voucher, while others may pay a certain amount of money per survey. You may need to earn a set amount before you’re able to withdraw funds.
Some popular paid survey companies include YouGov and Swagbucks.
8. Online tutoring
If you’re educated to a high level in a certain subject, online tutoring could be a possibility.
You could sign up with an online tutoring platform or even set up your own business.
Please note, you might need to have a degree before you’re approved on certain tutoring sites.
While online tutoring as a side hustle generally lets you choose your own hours, you’ll also need to consider the availability of the students. Offering restricted or inconsistent hours could reduce the amount of business you get.
What is the most profitable side hustle?
The amount of money you could earn from your side hustle will depend on many factors, including the hours you put in, how much you charge for your services, and the demand for your industry.
Side hustles with more consistent hours, such as an ongoing online tutoring contract, could provide a more stable source of income. However, if you have the time, you could combine several side hustles for maximum income. For example, you could walk dogs on your lunch break while working from home and then set aside half an hour in the evening to complete a couple of surveys.
Finding the best side hustle for you
The best side hustle for you will be one that slots in nicely alongside your current commitments while providing you with some extra income.
While earning money is always a buzz, it’s important to prioritise your wellbeing and not take on too much. There’s no point in having extra money if you’re too burnt out or unwell to enjoy it! If things are getting too much and your side hustle is becoming unenjoyable or starting to disrupt your leisure time or sleep, you should take a step back.
Money worries?
You can get free financial advice through StepChange, MoneyHelper, Citizens Advice, and National Debtline.