Animal care services occupations n.e.c.
Estimated Pay : 16640
Quals : Entry is possible without formal academic qualifications, although some employers may ask for GCSEs/S grades. There is a variety of vocational qualifications available, including NVQs/SVQs in Animal Care at Levels 1 and 2, in Dog Grooming at Levels 2 and 3, and BTEC qualifications and apprenticeships relating to Horse Care.
Tasks : feeds, washes, grooms, trims and exercises animals;
cleans animals’ quarters and renews bedding as necessary;
houses, feeds, exercises, trains, grooms horses, dogs and other animals in preparation for entry to shows, races and other events;
checks animals for illness, treats minor ailments or calls for vet if further treatment is required;
meets prospective owners and advises on animal selection and animal care;
patrols public areas to search for and capture stray or nuisance dogs, and transports captured animals to kennels.
Veterinary nurses
Estimated Pay : 15080
Quals : Entrants require GCSEs/S grades or an equivalent qualification. Entrants must obtain employment at an approved veterinary practice to gain practical experience and tuition with an employer for a minimum duration of two years. Candidates must also pass professional examinations before qualifying as a veterinary nurse.
Tasks : assists the veterinary surgeon during surgical and medical treatments of animals;
prepares operating theatre, sterilises equipment and assists in theatre as required;
dispenses and administers medication and applies dressings to animals under direction from the veterinarian;
handles animals during treatment;
collects and analyses blood, urine and other samples;
cares for animals in hospital accommodation and keeps accurate records;
maintains the biosecurity of the veterinary premises;
advises clients on preventative medicine to maintain appropriate animal health and welfare.
Senior care workers
Estimated Pay : 22880
Quals : There are no formal academic entry requirements. In most cases workers will be required to register with the appropriate statutory body which involves satisfying the registration criteria. This would normally include holding or working towards the appropriate qualification for the job. A wide range of qualifications including NVQs/SVQs covering various aspects of care are available. Senior care workers must be qualified to an appropriate level (usually NVQ Level 3). They often have a background in social care and have achieved a qualification in this area; some may have nursing qualifications. Background checks including a CRB check are likely to be required.
Tasks : Routinely oversees and monitors care workers and home carers;
takes responsibility for the shift and for the service while on duty;
responds to emergencies and provides guidance and support to care workers;
assists and enables service users to dress, undress, wash, use the toilet and bathe;
serves meals to service users at table or in bed, assists with feeding if required;
generally assists with service users’ overall comfort and well being;
provides interest and activities to stimulate and engage the service user;
helps with daily activities such as letter writing, paying bills, collecting benefits;
undertakes light cleaning and domestic duties including meal preparation as required;
monitors service users’ conditions by taking temperature, pulse, respiration and weight, and contributes to record keeping;
liaises with professional staff in carrying out care plans etc.
Care workers and home carers
Estimated Pay : 17680
Quals : There are no formal academic entry requirements. In most cases workers will be required to register with the appropriate statutory body which involves satisfying the registration criteria. This would normally include holding or working towards the appropriate qualification for the job. Entrants must typically be 18 years old and have experience of working in a care environment. Both off- and on-the-job training is available. A wide range of qualifications including NVQs/SVQs covering various aspects of care are available. Background checks including a CRB check are likely to be required.
Tasks : assists and enables service users to dress, undress, wash, use the toilet and bathe;
serves meals to service users at table or in bed, and assists with feeding if required;
generally assists with service users’ overall comfort and well being;
provides interest and activities to stimulate and engage the service user;
helps with daily activities such as letter writing, paying bills, collecting benefits;
undertakes light cleaning and domestic duties including meal preparation as required;
monitors service users’ conditions by taking temperature, pulse, respiration and weight, and contributes to record keeping;
liaises with professional staff in carrying out care plans etc.
Residential, day and domiciliary care managers and proprietors
Estimated Pay : 30680
Quals : Although there are no pre-set academic entry requirements there are a variety of entry routes. However, entrants must be registered with the relevant statutory body and hold the appropriate qualification for the job they do. Off- and on-the-job training is provided and a range of qualifications is available including NVQs/SVQs in Health and Social Care at Levels 3 and 4. Background checks including a CRB check are required.
Tasks : determines staffing, financial, material and other short- and long-term requirements;
plans work schedules, assigns tasks and delegates responsibilities to staff;
arranges for payment of bills, keeps accounts and adheres to health, safety and other statutory requirements;
maintains contact between service users and the local community and/or family and friends;
assesses service users’ needs and ensures they have access to health and social care services as required;
creates a friendly, secure atmosphere to gain the trust and confidence of those using the service;
ensures that the physical comfort and all material needs of service users are provided and attempts to resolve problems that may arise.
Actors, entertainers and presenters
Estimated Pay : 30160
Quals : Entry does not depend on academic qualifications although some drama schools require candidates to have GCSEs/S grades or A levels/H grades or a degree. Entry can be based upon an audition. Membership of the appropriate trade union is usually required. NVQs/SVQs in performing arts are available.
Tasks : studies script, play or book and prepares and rehearses interpretation;
assumes character created by a playwright or author and communicates this to an audience;
performs singing, comedy, acrobatic, illusion and conjuring routines;
trains animals to perform entertaining routines and may perform with them;
introduces and presents radio and television programmes, reads news bulletins and makes announcements;
conducts interviews and prepares reports for news broadcasts, current affairs programmes and documentaries;
plays pre-recorded music at nightclubs, discotheques, and private functions.
Welfare and housing associate professionals n.e.c.
Estimated Pay : 21840
Quals : Entry is possible with a variety of academic qualifications and/or experience. Professional qualifications may be required for some posts. Background checks including a CRB check are likely to be required for those working with vulnerable adults and/or families.
Tasks : advises on rights and entitlements in relation to benefits, health, discrimination and welfare;
advises individuals and families experiencing problems about available resources to assist them;
assists and liaises with professionals in social work, the probation service and related welfare areas;
organises day, residential and home care services;
helps to put together care plans and follows professional’s care plans;
maintains records and compiles reports on clients;
keeps up to date with legislation;
performs pastoral care duties, preaches sermons and conducts some services in accordance with the relevant faith or denomination.
Nurses
Estimated Pay : 32760
Quals : Qualification as a nurse is via a diploma or degree course, both of which are provided by universities. Courses comprise both theoretical and practical work, including placements in hospital and community settings. Full time diploma courses last three years; degree courses last three or four years. Accelerated programmes are available to graduates with a health-related degree. There is a minimum age limit of 17 years 6 months to enter training. Post-registration training is available for a range of clinical specialisms.
Tasks : assists medical doctors and works with other healthcare professionals to deal with emergencies and pre-planned treatment of patients;
manages own case load;
monitors patient’s progress, administers drugs and medicines, applies surgical dressings and gives other forms of treatment;
participates in the preparation for physical and psychological treatment of mentally ill patients;
plans duty rotas and organises and directs the work and training of ward and theatre nursing staff;
advises on nursing care, disease prevention, nutrition, etc. and liaises with hospital board/ management on issues concerning nursing policy;
plans, manages, provides and evaluates nursing care services for patients, supervises the implementation of nursing care plans;
delivers lectures and other forms of formal training relating to nursing practice.
Inspectors of standards and regulations
Estimated Pay : 30160
Quals : Entrants usually possess A levels/H grades, a degree or equivalent qualification, together with experience gained in employment. Professional qualifications, membership of professional bodies, postgraduate diplomas and NVQs/ SVQs at Levels 3 and 4 are available and may be required in some occupations. On-the-job training is available in some areas.
Tasks : examines building plans to ensure compliance with local, statutory and other requirements;
inspects building structures, facilities and sites to determine suitability for habitation, compliance with regulations and for insurance purposes;
inspects measuring and similar equipment in factories and visits street traders, shops, garages and other premises to check scales, weights and measuring equipment;
inspects factories and other work sites to ensure adequate cleanliness, temperature, lighting and ventilation, checks for fire hazards and inspects storage and handling arrangements of dangerous materials;
visits sites during construction and inspects completed installations of electricity, gas or water supply;
draws attention to any irregularities or infringements of regulations and advises on ways of rectifying them;
investigates industrial accidents or any complaints made by the public;
verifies the weight of commercial vehicles, checks driver’s licence and hours worked;
samples and tests river water, checks and advises on premises discharging effluent to prevent pollution;
checks fishing licences and prevents illegal fishing;
visits premises where animals are kept, advises on animal care and investigates complaints;
undertakes other inspections including chemicals, drugs, flight operations, etc.;
prepares reports and recommendations on all inspections made and recommends legal action where necessary.
Care escorts
Estimated Pay : 11440
Quals : There are no formal qualifications, other than a clean driving licence with the appropriate classification for those who are driving in addition to escorting. CRB checks are mandatory for those working with vulnerable adults and/or children.
Tasks : transports clients safely and securely between approved destinations;
supports and secures chair bound clients;
organises toilet and meal stops, as appropriate;
supervises contact between parents and separated children;
communicates with colleagues and maintains accurate records;
supervises and accompanies children who are taking part in a theatrical, television or film production.
