Field Interviewer - Inverness
hace 17 días
Inverness
Join Us as a Field Interviewer: Make Scottish Voices Heard!\n Are you ready to turn everyday experiences into insights that shape decisions? If you can commit to at least 20 hours per week over 3 days, including availability across weekdays, evenings, and weekends, we want to hear from you! \n As a Field Interviewer, you’ll have the unique opportunity to visit people in your local area and conduct in-home research interviews on issues that matter most — from health and housing to transport and everyday life. This role is all about listening, not selling. You’ll represent a trusted research organization in your community, ensuring that the realities of life in Scotland are reflected in the decisions that affect services, funding, and policy. Your Responsibilities\n\n • Conduct in-home interviews with warmth, respect, and good listening skills.\n, • Travel throughout your assigned area, with practical route planning support to make your patch manageable.\n, • Utilize a NatCen device to guide thoughtful conversations and accurately record responses.\n, • Participate in training, including shadowing experienced interviewers and role-play practice.\n, • Engage in regular check-ins and receive ongoing support to build confidence and improve your skills.\nWhat You’ll Earn\n\n, • £20–£30 per completed interview\n, • Holiday pay + admin fees\n, • Paid travel time on most projects\n, • Competitive mileage reimbursement rates\n, • Bonus payments up to £750 in your first 12 months*\nWhat We Offer\n\n, • Work with visible public value — helping people in Scotland be counted and heard.\n, • Route planning support to make your week efficient.\n, • Full training and support from day one.\nWhat You’ll Need\n\n, • Valid UK driving licence and sole use of a car.\n, • Class 1 Business insurance.\n, • Right to work in the UK.\n, • Willingness to complete a DBS check.\n, • Reliable home broadband and confidence using basic technology.\n, • Availability for at least 20 hours per week (minimum 3 days).\n, • Flexibility to work across weekdays, evenings, and weekends.\n, • Strong verbal and written English skills.\nWho This Role Suits\n This role is perfect for individuals who enjoy talking to others, are comfortable working independently, and seek flexible work with purpose. You don’t need a specific accent or background — just the ability to build rapport, ask questions with empathy, and listen carefully. If you’re curious about people and motivated by work that truly matters, you’ll thrive in this position. \n It’s a great fit if you’ve worked in retail, hospitality, admin, driving, sales, or any other customer-facing role. No previous research experience is necessary; full training is provided. Expect to travel around 30–60 minutes each way. Personal Qualities We Value\n\n • Excellent communication skills.\n, • Friendly, respectful, and professional demeanor.\n, • Resilience and confidence.\n, • Self-motivated and independent.\n, • Strong time management and prioritization skills.\nAbout the Scottish Centre for Social Research (ScotCen)\n At ScotCen, we believe that social research has the power to make life better. By understanding the complexities of people’s lives and their perspectives on important issues, we empower the public to shape services that can make a difference. As an independent, not-for-profit organization, we focus on meeting our clients’ needs and delivering impactful social research. \n We are proud to be a Disability Confident Committed Employer. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the interview process, please let us know, and we will do our best to support you in showcasing your best self. \n *All references to pay, bonuses, and working arrangements are based on current projects and typical performance. Individual outcomes may vary.