At a Glance
- Tasks: Conduct engaging interviews in your community, capturing real-life stories that drive change.
- Company: Join NatCen, the UK's leading social research organisation making a difference.
- Benefits: Earn £20-30 per interview, plus bonuses and travel pay.
- Other info: Perfect for those with customer-facing experience looking for part-time work.
- Why this job: Flexible hours, meaningful work, and a chance to connect with diverse people.
- Qualifications: Must have a valid UK driving licence, a car, and good communication skills.
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.
This role requires the use of a personal vehicle for work purposes.
Candidates must hold a valid driving licence and have appropriate business use car insurance in place.
It is the individual’s responsibility to ensure that this insurance is valid and active prior to commencing employment and maintained throughout their engagement with Nat Cen.
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 About Us We’re Nat Cen , the UK’s largest independent social research organisation.
Our work is trusted by government, universities, and charities, and helps improve lives across the country.
Skills, knowledge expertise Job benefits About Sandbox
Field Interviewer - Harrow (Hiring Immediately) employer: NatCen
At NatCen, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer that values flexibility and community engagement. As a Field Interviewer in West London, you'll enjoy the freedom of working outside the office while making a real difference in people's lives through meaningful conversations. Our supportive work culture fosters personal growth, offering competitive pay and bonuses, alongside opportunities to develop your skills in a dynamic environment.
