Elections

Further information on applying to work will be published here a few months prior to the next election.

The next scheduled elections in Merton are the 2026 Merton Council elections.

Canvassers

We are currently recruiting casual paid workers for the annual voter registration canvass. As part of the process to compile the electoral register, we contact every residential property in the borough. We will then door-knock on the properties that have not responded.

We need to recruit staff to undertake the door knocking stage, which will take place between 4 October and 28 October 2024. Door knocking is carried out mainly in the evenings and at weekends to maximise resident availability.

Pay is performance related. Canvassers are paid £0.50 for each initial visit to a property and £2 for each completed form or registration. Full training and support is provided.

If you are interested in undertaking this work please email us at electoral services for information on how to apply.