Research & Evaluation Assistant, Barnardo's

About the role

The CSA Centre aims to inform and improve policy and practice at local and national levels by identifying, generating and sharing high quality evidence on what works to prevent and tackle child sexual abuse. Our extensive research, evaluation and monitoring activity is central to that mission.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the planning and delivery of research and evaluation projects
• Conducting literature reviews and supporting evidence synthesis
• Maintaining accurate research records, bibliographies and project documentation
• Assisting with monitoring and evaluation activity, including surveys and reporting
• Providing administrative and coordination support to ensure projects run smoothly
• Supporting compliance with research ethics, governance and data protection requirements
• Undertaking Equality Impact Assessments with project team members

Requirements

• Motivated and organised individual with an interest in research and evaluation in social policy or related fields
• Comfortable working with data, able to communicate findings clearly
• Capable of managing a varied workload

Qualifications

We are looking for a motivated and organised individual with an interest in research and evaluation in social policy or related fields. You should be comfortable working with data, able to communicate findings clearly, and capable of managing a varied workload.

Skills

• Strong research and analytical skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Attention to detail and accuracy in record-keeping

Benefits

The CSA Centre offers a competitive salary range of £27,554.00 – £29,799.00 plus an Office at Home allowance of £312 per annum. We also provide:

• Flexible working arrangements
• Annual leave entitlement of 26-30 days per annum
• Buy Your Leave scheme
• Family-friendly leave options including maternity, paternity, adoption and sick pay
• Group Personal Pension with a matched contribution
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discounts and cashback offers
• Health cash plan
• Round-the-clock Employee Assistance Program
• Learning and Development opportunities

Pay & Reward

We are committed to a new approach to pay and reward, ensuring it is fair, attractive and progressive. Starting salaries are appointed between the minimum to mid-point of the pay band, allowing for annual pay steps based on contribution and alignment to values and behaviours.

Schedule

This role is home-based with regular travel required, usually to London.