About the Role
You will visit people in their homes to conduct vital research interviews on topics such as health, housing, and transport, using a tablet or laptop to guide conversations that capture real experiences of daily life in Britain. This is an out-in-the-community role, knocking on doors, and requires resilience as not everyone will be available or willing to participate.
Responsibilities
- Visit people in their homes to carry out vital research interviews.
- Guide conversations using a tablet or laptop to capture real experiences.
- Conduct interviews on important topics like health, housing, and transport.
Requirements
- 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
Skills
- Good at talking to people
- Friendly and professional
- Resilient and confident
- Self-motivated and independent
- Good time management and prioritising skills
Location
- Ilford
Work Type
- Part Time
Experience Level
- No research experience required
Salary/Compensations
- £15.12 / hour
Benefits
- Admin fees
- Holiday pay (12.1%)
- Travel time at £4.68/hour (most projects)
- Mileage at 36p per mile (up to 10,000 miles)
- £250 bonus after launch, then £250 more at two months and four months
About the Company
- NatCen is the UK’s largest independent social research organisation.
- Our work is trusted by government, universities, and charities.
- Our work helps improve lives across the country.
