Field Interviewer - Reading

Location: Reading, Berkshire, GB, RG1 2

Organization: National Centre for Social Research

Date Posted: 2026-10-13

Application Deadline: 2026-11-11

Job Description

Department:

Field Interviewers

Employment Type:

Part Time

Location:

Reading

Compensation:

£15.12 / hour

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 NatCen.

About Us

We're NatCen, the UK's largest independent social research organisation. Our work is trusted by government, universities, and charities, and helps improve lives across the country.

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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 suitsThis 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 NatCen.
About UsWe're NatCen, the UK's largest independent social research organisation. Our work is trusted by government, universities, and charities, and helps improve lives across the country.

Compensation: £15.12 / hour
Description What you'll doYou'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 needEssential:
Valid UK driving licence and sole use of a car
Class 1 Business insurance

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