Census Test Field Team Leader (Household) Cardiff


Company:	Alexander Mann Solutions
Salary:	from £15.06 an hour
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Cardiff
Working pattern:	Field-based
Job type:	Temporary
Posting date:	23 Sept 2026
Closing date:	22 Oct 2026

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Summary

Applications are now open for Census Test Field Team Leader (Household) opportunities in Cardiff starting March 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 invite early interest from motivated, community-minded people interested in leading a Team who’ll support local households to take part in this important project.

No previous census, survey, or public sector experience is required. If you're confident leading and coaching teams to perform well and work independently, and you want to make a difference in your local community, we would love to hear from you.

Why Join Us?

This is a unique opportunity to:

Lead a team on a nationally significant project

Help ensure communities are represented in future decision-making

Develop and strengthen your leadership and operational management skills

Gain valuable experience supporting and working with the UK's largest producer of official statistics.

Receive comprehensive training and ongoing support.

Be part of an inclusive, innovative team that helps shape future public services

About the Roles

As a Census Test Field Team Leader (Household), you will coordinate and support a team of Household Officers working across your assigned area.

Your responsibilities will include:

Managing and motivating a team to achieve project objectives

Planning workloads, monitoring progress, allocating and ensuing field activities are delivered in line with required standards for safety, security, and data quality.

Monitoring progress and performance against operational targets

Providing guidance, coaching and support to team members

Maintaining accurate records and using digital systems to manage activity

This is a field-based leadership role, not an office-based position. Travel within your assigned area will be required, with expenses reimbursed in line with ONS travel policies.

Contract and Working Pattern

Start Date: February 2027

Duration: Approximately 8 weeks

Hours: 37 hours per week

Working Times: Between 8:00am and 8:00pm and will require flexibility

Evening and Weekend Availability: Some of your working hours are expected to be during evenings and weekends

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 team’s workload effectively

Manage visits confidently and safely

Communicate with a wide range of people and problem-solving techniques

Using digital systems, devices and reporting tools.

To be eligible, you'll need:

In some areas, a valid UK driving license and access to a vehicle, with proof of (Business Class 1 use) insurance (evidence of both must be provided before employment begins)

To meet the eligibility criteria for Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). BPSS includes identity, right to work, employment history; and criminal record (unspent convictions) checks.

A reliable wireless broadband connection at your home address

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.

By joining the Census Test team, you'll help ensure communities are accurately represented while contributing to the successful design of Census 2031.

This is a unique opportunity to combine leadership, community engagement and public service in a role that delivers real impact

Take the first step towards supporting one of the UK's most important national projects. Apply now.

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