Field Sales Rep - Dorchester

the National Centre for Social Research; Dorchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading social research organization in Dorchester is seeking interviewers to conduct vital research interviews in the community. This part-time role involves engaging with people to gather their experiences on issues like health and housing. Candidates must have a UK driving licence, a reliable vehicle, and flexibility for weekend hours. The position offers £20-£30 per interview, travel compensation, and bonuses. Ideal for those coming from customer-facing roles looking for flexible, rewarding work.

Benefits

Travel time compensation

Mileage reimbursement

Bonuses based on performance

Qualifications

• Valid UK driving licence and sole use of a car.
• Class 1 Business insurance.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Willingness to complete a DBS check.
• Reliable home broadband.
• Laptop or tablet with camera.
• Comfortable using basic technology.
• At least 18 hours available per week.
• Flexibility for weekdays, evenings, and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Visit people in their homes to conduct research interviews.
• Guide conversations that capture real experiences.
• Handle rejection gracefully and remain resilient.
• Be effective in a non-desk job environment.

Skills

Good at talking to people

Friendly and professional

Resilient and confident

Self-motivated and independent

Time management skills

Strong verbal and written English

Job description

Description

What you’ll do

You’ll visit people in their homes to carry out vital research interviews on important topics like health, housing and transport. Using a tablet or laptop, you’ll guide conversations that capture real experiences of daily life in Britain.

This is not a desk job. You’ll be out in your community, knocking on doors. People receive a letter beforehand, but they’re not always expecting you. Some won’t answer. Others will say no. That’s completely normal and part of the role.

But when someone says yes and shares their story? You’ll know you’ve helped create change that improves people’s lives.

What you’ll earn

£20‑£30 per interview (typically), plus:

• Admin fees and holiday pay (12.1%)
• Travel time at £4.68 / hour (most projects) for travel to the area you are working in
• Mileage at 36p per mile (up to 10,000 miles)
• £250 bonus after your launch, then £250 more at two months and four months

Average hourly rate: £15.12 (including holiday pay), with experienced interviewers earning more.

What you’ll need

Essential

• Valid UK driving licence and sole use of a car
• Class 1 Business insurance
• Right to work in the UK
• Willingness to complete a DBS check
• Reliable home broadband
• Laptop or tablet with camera
• Comfortable using basic technology
• At least 18 hours available per week
• Flexibility for weekdays, evenings and weekends
• Strong verbal and written English

Personal qualities

• Good at talking to people
• Friendly and professional
• Resilient and confident
• Self‑motivated and independent
• Having good time management and prioritising skills

Who this suits

This role is ideal if you’ve worked in retail, hospitality, admin, driving, sales or any customer‑facing role. You don’t need research experience. We’re looking for reliable people who enjoy helping others and want flexible, part‑time hours that fit around other commitments.

Our Process is quick and straightforward

• Apply online
• One‑way video interview (via Willo – do it anytime, anywhere)
• Final interview (includes a short role play)
• Offer
• Background checks (via Zinc)Start work

Need adjustments during the process? Contact: natcenrecruitment@instant‑impact.com

Key Responsibilities

We’re NatCen, the UK’s largest independent social research organisation. Our work is trusted by government, universities, and charities, and helps improve lives across the country.

At The National Centre for Social Research we believe that social research has the power to make life better. By really understanding the complexity of people’s lives and what they think about the issues that affect them, we give the public a powerful and influential role in shaping services that can make a difference to everyone. And as an independent, not‑for‑profit organisation we’re able to focus our time and energy on meeting our clients’ needs and delivering social research that works for society.