Census Test Field Officer (Household) Breckland

Alexander Mann Solutions Ltd.; Dereham; Presencial; GBP 17.000 - 22.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

Alexander Mann Solutions Ltd. is hiring Census Test Field Officer (Household) for the Breckland area to support the 2027 Census test. No prior census experience is required; comprehensive training will be provided to help you succeed.

The role is field-based, requiring travel within your local area. Expect approximately 25 hours per week with a March 2027 start and a duration of around five weeks, offering flexible hours between 8:00am and 8:00pm, including some evenings and weekends.

Descripción del empleo

Census Test Field Officer (Household) Breckland

Applications are now open for Census Test Field Officer (Household) opportunities starting March 2027.

The Office for National Statistics (ONS) is conducting an important large-scale Census Test in 2027 which will help shape the design and delivery of Census 2031.

AMS Skills Creation are working in partnership with ONS to hire enthusiastic, community-minded Census Test Field Officers (Household).

You’ll support local households to take part in this important project in your area. No previous census experience is required. If you're confident speaking with people, enjoy working independently, and want to make a difference in your local community, we would love to hear from you.

Why Join Us?

This is a unique opportunity to:

Play a key role in a nationally important project.

Help ensure everyone in your community has the opportunity to be counted and represented.

Gain valuable experience working with the UK's largest producer of official statistics.

Enjoy flexible working patterns that can fit around your existing commitments.

Receive comprehensive training and ongoing support.

Be part of an inclusive and innovative team making a real impact on public services of the future.

About the Roles

As an Census Test Field Officer (Household), you'll work in Breckland, visiting selected households and encouraging residents to complete their Test Census questionnaire.

Your responsibilities will include:

Visiting allocated addresses within your local area.

Speaking with residents and explaining the importance of taking part.

Encouraging participation and answering questions.

Directing households to available support

Assisting with doorstep questionnaire completion when appropriate.

Recording visits and outcomes using a smartphone.

This is a field-based role, and travel throughout your allocated area will be required. You will be paid an hourly rate plus expenses in line with ONS’ travel policy.

Contract and Working Pattern

Start Date: March 2027

Duration: Approximately 5 weeks

Hours: Approximately 25 hours per week

Working Times: Flexible between 8:00am and 8:00pm

Evening and Weekend Availability: At least 60% of working hours are expected to be during evenings and weekends

These roles offer flexibility, allowing you to schedule most of your hours around existing commitments.

Full Training Provided

You will begin with a comprehensive one-week training programme designed to give you everything you need to succeed.

We'll help you develop the skills and confidence to:

Plan and organise your workload effectively

Manage visits confidently and safely

Communicate with a wide range of people

Use the technology and systems required for the role

Be Part of Something Bigger

The Census helps shape decisions about public services, housing, transport, healthcare and education. By joining the Census Test team, you'll play an important role in ensuring communities are accurately represented and that future census operations are as effective as possible.

Take the first step towards supporting one of the UK's most important national projects.