Over view
The Census is the most comprehensive single survey of the United Kingdom population. It aims to count all people and households at the same time and, by asking a core set of questions, allow comparison between different areas of the country and different groups of people.
The information from the Census enables central and local government to target resources and plan service provision more effectively. It also provides a broad range of demographic, social and economic information for use by other public services, the business and academic sectors, and the community.
The Census has been carried out every 10 years since 1801, with the exception of 1941. The most recent Census was held in 2001 and the next Census is planned for 27 March 2011.
2011 Census Preparations
Planning and preparations for the 2011 Census are well underway, with a detailed programme being developed to determine what information will be gathered, how it will be captured and processed, and how the results will be produced and delivered.
The council is working with the Office for National Statistics (ONS) in the planning of the next Census. A Census Liaison Managers (CLM) and Assistant Census Liaison Manager (ACLM) have been nominated by the County Council– these will be the main means of communication with ONS.
Recruitment
The 2011 Census will offer a wide range of fixed term employment opportunities ranging from full time managerial positions, to supervisory positions to roles working in the field interacting with the public. Contract periods range from a couple of weeks to several months.
Specific details of jobs available will be added to the ONS web site up until January 2011 so please visit the site regularly in order to keep up to date regarding roles that are available and to apply.
All roles require flexibility regarding working hours with the requirement to work up to 8pm in the evening and also weekend working. The majority of roles will be physically demanding, working outside and dealing with the public within your local community. You will need to be able to manage your workload effectively in order to meet set timescales and as a result, it will not always be possible to work in fine weather.
Prior to starting work the Census Team will ensure that you have the knowledge and skills required to complete duties and responsibilities. As a result, you will undertake a blended learning package specific to the role prior to starting work for which you will receive payment.
View an overview of roles and working patterns available during the 2011 Census
Partnerships
To ensure effective working on the 2011 Census a regional grouping of local authorities has been set up covering Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire, Carmarthenshire,Swansea and Neath & Port Talbot. The Group have also recently been joined by Bridgend County Borough. Within the County Council an officer working group monitors Census developments.
Contacts:
The Council's Census Liaison Manager is Mr Chris Burns,Assistant Chief Executive who can be contacted on Tel: 01267 224112
Email: cpburns@carmarthenshire.gov.uk
If you have any further queries regarding the 2011 Census, please contact Carmarthenshire's Assistant Census Liaison Manager Tel: 01267 224462
Email: llrees@carmarthenshire.gov.uk