• Support the design and delivery of social research projects, including smaller research or evaluation studies and defined workstreams within larger projects
• Assist with the development of research materials, such as questionnaires, discussion guides and other data collection tools
• Undertake qualitative and quantitative data collection and carry out quality checks to support the accuracy and integrity of research outputs
• Clean, manage and analyse data using appropriate software and research methods, with guidance from experienced colleagues where needed
• Contribute to reports, presentations and other project outputs by summarising findings clearly and accurately for different audiences
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, stakeholders and research customers, using digital tools to support meetings, communication and project delivery
• Complete apprenticeship learning requirements, including off-the-job training and formal study, and apply learning to day-to-day work

Our blended learning approach, combining online and face-to-face learning, allows apprentices to thrive in the workplace while gaining a degree.

At least 6 hours per week of the apprentice’s normal paid working time should be spent on off-the-job learning away from their usual work tasks.

Apprentices participate in the following off-the-job learning:

Online learning:   

• Live real-time online classes
• Online distance learning materials that will typically take 6 hours per week to complete

Face-to-face learning:

• Block residentials in Canterbury in September of Year 1, Year 2, Year 3 and Year 4
• 1 day-long face-to-face teaching session per quarter in London (this may be repeated in other locations depending on employer demand)

At the National Centre for Social Research, we believe social research has the power to make life better. By understanding people’s lives and views in depth, we help ensure the public has a powerful voice in shaping services and policy. As an independent, not-for-profit organisation, we focus on high-quality research that works for society.