Multiple Jobs Tax Guide 2025-26

Complete guide to understanding tax, National Insurance, and PAYE when working multiple jobs in the UK.

Key Points

Personal Allowance: Only used on your main job
Second Jobs: Typically taxed using BR code (20%)
National Insurance: Separate thresholds for each job
Student Loans: May need manual management

Tax Code Explanation

Tax CodeRateWhen Used
1257L
Standard rates with allowanceMain job only
BR
20%Second jobs, all earnings
D0
40%Higher rate earners

Example: Two Jobs Tax Calculation

Main Job (1257L):

Annual salary: 30,000
Personal allowance: 12,570
Taxable income: 17,430
Income tax: 3,486
National Insurance: 2,084

Second Job (BR):

Annual salary: 15,000
Personal allowance: 0
Taxable income: 15,000
Income tax (20%): 3,000
National Insurance: 292

Calculate Tax on Multiple Jobs

Use our specialized two jobs calculator for accurate tax calculations.

Two Jobs Calculator