In the 10 years since the last census, people will have come and gone, families will have grown, expectations and lifestyles will have shifted and so the face of local communities will have changed. The census is vital in measuring these changes and helping decision-makers improve and develop public services to provide for these communities.
Census day is on the 27th of March 2011 and to ensure its smooth running on the ground, the Office for National Statistics (ONS) has appointed Capita to fill some 35,000 temporary jobs across England and Wales. Recruitment for these roles is now well underway with nine months to go.
James Roe, Director of Census Recruitment commented: “Census jobs offer people a unique chance to get involved in a national project that has the potential to deliver real benefits to them and their local community.
“We’re looking to find individuals who can spare some time to help gather the information we need in their area and earn some extra money while helping to change things for the better.”
There are a number of different roles available: census collectors and special enumerators will go out into the community and encourage people to fill in the questionnaires, with census coordinators managing this process. In addition census coverage survey (CCS) staff will carry out door step interviews with the public.
James added: “Roles will be full or part-time, for a few weeks or several months, and will require a range of skills, so there really is something for everyone.”
For more information about census roles visit www.censusjobs.co.uk.
