Census Test Field Officer (Household) North Norfolk

Alexander Mann Solutions; North Walsham; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full training provided

Job summary

Alexander Mann Solutions Ltd. is recruiting Census Test Field Officers (Household) for North Norfolk. You will visit households, explain the importance of participation and assist with doorstep questionnaires.

The role is field-based with travel within your local area and an hourly rate plus expenses under ONS policy. No prior census experience is required; strong communication, organisational skills and reliability are essential.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Friendly, approachable and professional manner.
• Confidence to engage with a wide range of people.
• Comfort with using a smartphone and mobile applications.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to work independently.
• Self-motivation and reliability.
• Problem-solving skills and resilience in fieldwork.

Responsibilities

• Visit allocated addresses in your local area.
• Speak with residents and explain the importance of participation.
• Encourage participation and answer questions.
• Direct households to available support.
• Assist with doorstep questionnaire completion when appropriate.
• Record visits and outcomes using a smartphone.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Friendly demeanor

Smartphone usage

Organisational skills

Self-motivation

Problem solving

Tools

Smartphone

Mobile apps

Job description

Census Test Field Officer (Household) North Norfolk

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 a Census Test Field Officer (Household), you'll work in North Norfolk 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.

What We're Looking ForYou don't need previous census, survey or public sector experience.We're interested in people who have:Excellent communication and interpersonal skillsA friendly, approachable and professional mannerThe confidence to engage with a wide range of peopleConfidence using a smartphone and mobile applicationsStrong organisational skills and the ability to work independentlySelf-motivation and reliabilityProblem-solving skills and resilience when working in the fieldEssential RequirementsTo be eligible, you'll need:Valid UK driving license and access to a vehicle, with proof of (Business Class 1 use) insurance (evidence of both must be provided before employment begins)A reliable wireless broadband and/or 4G mobile data signal at your home addressTo meet the eligibility criteria for Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). BPSS includes identity, right to work, employment history and criminal record (unspent convictions) checks.