Census Test Field Officer (University) Newcastle Upon Tyne

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Apply now for Census Test Field Officer (University) opportunities starting in February 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 (University to deliver the Census test in university halls of residence. You’ll support your local student population to take part in this important project. No previous census or survey experience is required.

If you're confident speaking with people, enjoy working independently, and want to make a difference in your local student 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 students take part and make sure they have the opportunity to be 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 (University), you'll be working in and around university halls of residence, visiting selected student accommodation, attending events and encouraging students to complete their Census questionnaire.

Your responsibilities will include:

Visiting addresses and accurately recording the visit outcome

Liaising with Halls Managers

Attending Census events on campus and in halls of residence

Promoting the benefits of the census, encouraging a positive response from students

Providing regular reports on progress to your line manager, attending team meetings

Encouraging, and assisting with, completion

The role is field-based and you will be expected to work across a range of locations associated with your allocated halls of residence

Your work will be allocated with the aim of ensuring you can travel and complete it within your contracted hours. You will be paid an hourly rate, plus travel expenses in line with ONS’ travel policy.

Contract and Working Pattern

Start Date: February 2027

Duration: Approximately 5 weeks

Hours: Approximately 25 hours per week

Working Times: Flexible between 8:00am and 8:00pm

Evening and Weekend Availability: Some 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.

Apply Today

We will be screening candidates throughout September and October.

Take the first step towards supporting one of the UK's most important national projects. Register your interest today.