Whilst we wait for an much needed economic boom (don't hold your breath!), fear not, there are still plenty of cash-earning opportunities for hard-working and reliable backpackers. Temporary contracts are available in many fields, from hospitality and catering to driving tractors on a farm. Those of you with work visa, or are members of the EU, can earn a bit of extra money for your travels and gain experience for your CV along the way. See below for some reliable options and contacts.

SEASONAL JOBS 365

Seasonal Jobs 365 features worldwide opportunities for seasonal work, summer jobs, winter jobs, working holidays, jobs abroad, ski jobs, hotel & resort work, catering & hospitality jobs, farm jobs, care work and more.
www.seasonaljobs365.com

AT YOUR SERVICE EVENT STAFFING

Ltd, founded in 1992, is the United Kingdom’s leading supplier of the highest quality temporary staff to the country’s most exclusive event organisers and event caterers.
www.ays.co.uk

JOBS ON TAP

Recruitment agency specialising in live-in catering and bar staff for the hotel and pub industry.
www.jobsontap.co.uk

SCOTTISH JOBS

As Scotland's leading recruitment website, ScottishJobs.com is the place for jobseekers to find the job of their dreams and for recruiters to identify the right candidates, easily and cost-effectively.
www.scottishjobs.com

OXFORD AUNTS CARE

We offer temporary live-in work as a care giver in the UK to suit your lifestyle or working holiday plans with adults of all ages in their own homes.
www.oxfordaunts.co.uk

ACTIVE ASSISTANCE

Active Assistance We offer candidates a wide variety of live-in care jobs, working one to one with our physically disabled clients in their home. Live-in care work is ideal for people looking for flexible and rewarding work because you can choose when to work.
www.activeassistance.com

4XTRAHANDS

See the real Britain using your farm skills. Long hours, good pay, cheap/free accommodation. Register your Resume/CV for FREE. Apply for a job on line. Call 01284 747292.
www.4extrahands.com

TIM LILLEY FUNDRAISING

Tim Lilley Fundraising is an independent fundraising agency with a number of vacancies in various locations across the UK.
www.tlfc.org

ANY WORK ANY WHERE

Jobs and resources for work and travel throughout the UK and Worldwide.
www.anyworkanywhere.com

ORIGIN CARE

As an Origin Personal Assistant you can earn up to £504 per week, receive free accommodation and food, comprehensive, specialist training and much more!
www.liveincarework.co.uk

Backpax Magazine is celebrating its 11th anniversary this year! As a small, hard-working team, we’re passionate about expanding your horizons whilst you explore the UK. Printed 3 times a year, in March, June and September, our goal is to introduce you to the many fabulous places the UK has to offer – from the bright lights of big cities to the wonders of the countryside, from hip hang-outs to quirky off-track discoveries. Get going and explore it for yourself!