Job Description
n n Welsh speakers are strongly encouraged to apply.n n This role involves speaking with people in communities across Wales and helping make sure their views are heard.n n n Get paid to find out what people are thinking in Wales and make a difference.n n As a Field Interviewer, you will visit people in your local area and carry out in-home research interviews on issues that matter. You will help organisations and public bodies better understand people's experiences, views and needs across Wales.n n n This is about listening, not selling. People you visit will usually have received a letter beforehand, but they may not be expecting you. A key part of the role is explaining why the research matters, putting people at ease and helping them feel comfortable taking part.n n Using a NatCen device, you will guide conversations and accurately record responses. Every interview provides valuable insight that helps shape services, transport, policy and community decisions across Wales.n n Training and supportn n You will be fully trained before carrying out interviews by yourself, including:n n Shadowing experienced interviewersn n Role-play and guided practicen n Supported doorstep visitsn n Regular check-ins once you are up and runningn n n What you will earnn n Up to £35 per completed interview, typicallyn n Holiday pay at 12.1% and admin feesn n Paid travel time on most projects at £4.68 per hourn n Mileage allowance at 36p per mile, up to 10,000 milesn n Bonus payments up to £750 in your first 12 months*n n Average hourly earnings are typically around £15.12 including holiday pay, with experienced interviewers often earning more.n n What you will needn n Valid UK driving licence and sole use of a carn n Appropriate business-use car insurancen n Right to work in the UKn n Willingness to complete a DBS checkn n Reliable home broadbandn n Confidence using basic technologyn n At least 10 hours available per week, including some weekdays, evenings and weekendsn n Strong verbal and written Englishn n Welsh speaking skills are strongly welcomedn n n Who this role suitsn n This role suits people who enjoy speaking with others, can work independently and are comfortable approaching people from different backgrounds.n n It is a good fit if you have worked in retail, hospitality, administration, driving, sales or another customer-facing role. Previous research experience is not required, as full training is provided.n n Personal qualitiesFriendly, respectful and professionaln n Confident and resilientn n Self-motivated and reliablen n Good at building rapportn n Organised and able to manage your time welln n n n n
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nnnAbout the National Centre for Social Research (NatCen)n
n n At NatCen, we believe social research has the power to make life better. By understanding people's experiences and views, we help ensure the public has a voice in shaping services, policy and decisions across the UK.n
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n n We are proud to be a Disability Confident Committed Employer. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will do our best to support you.n
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n n If you want to help ensure people across Wales are represented in the decisions that affect their lives, apply today.n
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n n *All references to pay, bonuses and working arrangements are based on current projects and typical performance. Individual outcomes may vary.n
nnnSkills, knowledge & expertisennnJob benefitsnnnAbout Sandbox
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