Animal care services occupations n.e.c
Estimated Pay : 16120
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
work alongside veterinary surgeons and nurses to provide vital nursing care to ensure the wellbeing of animal patients
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 DBS 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
assists with service users’ overall comfort and wellbeing
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 DBS 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
assists with service users’ overall comfort and wellbeing
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 are available including NVQs/SVQs in Health and Social Care at Levels 3 and 4. Background checks including a DBS 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
Registered specialist nurses
Estimated Pay : 32760
Quals : A degree or equivalent qualification is required as well as significant relevant experience. 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. Post-registration training is available for a range of clinical specialisms.
Tasks : provides specialist care in their area of expertise, assesses patients, determines treatments and conducts a variety of medical procedures
consults with and provides guidance to other nurses and healthcare professionals within their specialism
gives consultations with patients and their families to explain a patient's condition and possible treatments
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
Registered nurse practitioners
Estimated Pay : 33280
Quals : Qualification as a nurse is via a diploma or degree course, both of which are provided by universities, or through an apprenticeship. Courses comprise both theoretical and practical work, including placements in hospital and community settings. To become an advanced nurse practitioner significant experience and qualification to a postgraduate level is usually required.
Tasks : assists medical doctors and works with other healthcare professionals to deal with emergencies and pre-planned treatment of patients
manages own case load
interviews and diagnoses patients, orders tests and interprets results and determines appropriate treatments
monitors patient’s progress, administers drugs and medicines, applies surgical dressings and gives other forms of treatment
plans duty rotas and organises and directs the work and training of ward and theatre nursing staff
plans, manages, provides and evaluates nursing care services for patients, supervises the implementation of nursing care plans
Registered community nurses
Estimated Pay : 32240
Quals : Qualification as a nurse is via a diploma or degree course, both of which are provided by universities, or through an apprenticeship. 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. Post-registration training is available to become a specialist practitioner in community nursing.
Tasks : plans, manages, provides and evaluates nursing care services within a community care setting
provides basic care and monitors patients' general health such as blood pressure or body temperature
administers drugs and medicines, applies surgical dressings and gives other forms of treatment
assists medical doctors in conducting examinations and other medical procedures
manages own case load
plays an educational role for patients and families, helping to develop rehabilitation routines and advising on how to care for their condition in everyday life, disease prevention and nutrition
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. DBS 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
Other registered nursing professionals
Estimated Pay : 32760
Quals : Qualification as a nurse is via a diploma or degree course, both of which are provided by universities, or through an apprenticeship. 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.
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
cares for the physical and emotional wellbeing of patients in their care
informs and advises patients and their relatives on their health problems and how to care for themselves
teach nursing professionals clinical skills, patient care methods, and best collaboration practices
