Occupations encyclopedia
What does each role actually do, what skills does it need, who hires for it and how is it recruited? Each occupation page gives a neutral overview for both employers and candidates — responsibilities, skills, typical employers, the recruitment process and the documents involved — and connects to the related job description, interview questions, hiring guide and career guidance across the knowledge graph.
What this cluster covers
- A plain-language overview of each occupation — what the role does day to day.
- The core responsibilities and the skills and qualities that matter.
- The kinds of employers and settings that typically hire the role.
- How the role is usually recruited, and the documents involved.
- Related occupations, hiring guides, career guides and employment law — all connected.
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Industrial & logistics
Warehouse, production, machine operation and logistics roles.
Warehouse Worker
A warehouse worker receives, stores, picks, packs and dispatches goods in a warehouse or distribution centre, keeping stock accurate and orders moving safely and on time.
Open OccupationForklift Operator
A forklift operator moves, stacks and loads goods using a forklift truck, working safely within a warehouse, yard or production site and holding the certification required in their jurisdiction.
Open OccupationMachine Operator
A machine operator sets up, runs and monitors production machinery, keeping output on specification and the line running safely while carrying out basic checks and minor adjustments.
OpenTrades & construction
Skilled trades and on-site construction roles.
Electrician
An electrician installs, tests, maintains and repairs electrical systems and wiring in buildings, sites and equipment, working to the wiring regulations and safety standards that apply in their jurisdiction.
Open OccupationPlumber
A plumber installs, maintains and repairs water, heating, drainage and gas systems in homes and buildings, fitting pipework and fixtures and working to the standards that apply in their jurisdiction.
Open OccupationCarpenter
A carpenter cuts, shapes, assembles and installs timber and timber-based materials for structures, fittings and finishes, working from drawings on construction sites and in workshops.
Open OccupationPainter and Decorator
A painter and decorator prepares surfaces and applies paints, coatings, wallpaper and finishes to interiors and exteriors, protecting and improving the appearance of buildings.
Open OccupationBricklayer
A bricklayer builds and repairs walls, structures and features using bricks, blocks and mortar, working from drawings to lay courses level, plumb and to the required bond.
Open OccupationRoofer
A roofer installs, repairs and maintains roof coverings and weatherproofing on buildings, fitting tiles, slates, felt, membranes or metal so structures stay watertight.
Open OccupationHVAC Technician
An HVAC technician installs, services and repairs heating, ventilation and air-conditioning systems, keeping buildings comfortable and equipment running efficiently and safely.
Open OccupationConstruction Labourer
A construction labourer carries out general site work that supports the trades.
Open OccupationScaffolder
A scaffolder erects, alters and dismantles temporary access structures that let other trades work safely at height, building to the design and standards required on each site.
Open OccupationPlasterer
A plasterer applies plaster, render and other finishes to walls and ceilings, creating smooth, level and durable surfaces ready for decoration on new build and refurbishment work.
Open OccupationTiler
A tiler prepares surfaces and lays wall and floor tiles in homes and buildings, cutting, fixing and grouting to a precise, durable and watertight finish.
Open OccupationGlazier
A glazier measures, cuts, fits and replaces glass in windows, doors, partitions and facades, sealing and securing units so they are weatherproof, safe and sound.
Open OccupationSteel Fixer
A steel fixer positions and ties steel reinforcement bars and mesh inside formwork so that concrete is reinforced to the engineer’s design, working from drawings on construction sites.
Open OccupationSite Manager
A site manager plans, coordinates and supervises day-to-day work on a construction site, keeping the project safe, on programme and to the required quality while managing trades and resources.
Open OccupationGeneral Builder
A general builder carries out and coordinates a broad range of building work.
Open OccupationHandyman
A handyman carries out a wide variety of small repairs, installations and maintenance tasks around homes and buildings, fixing, fitting and finishing across several basic trades.
Open OccupationDemolition Worker
A demolition worker safely takes down buildings and structures, stripping out, breaking up and clearing materials under controlled methods and strict safety procedures.
Open OccupationInsulation Installer
An insulation installer fits thermal and acoustic insulation in walls, roofs, floors and pipework, improving energy efficiency and comfort in homes and buildings.
Open OccupationFlooring Installer
A flooring installer prepares subfloors and lays floor coverings.
Open OccupationGroundworker
A groundworker carries out the foundation and below-ground work that every project rests on.
OpenTransport & driving
Driving, delivery and transport roles.
Truck Driver
A truck driver transports goods by road over short or long distances, loading, securing and delivering freight safely while keeping to schedules and the rules of the road.
Open OccupationDelivery Driver
A delivery driver collects, transports and delivers parcels, goods or food to homes and businesses, completing multiple stops a day safely, accurately and on time.
Open OccupationVan Driver
A van driver transports goods, equipment or parcels using a light commercial vehicle, loading and delivering across local or regional routes safely and on schedule.
Open OccupationBus Driver
A bus driver carries passengers safely and comfortably along scheduled routes, keeping to timetables, handling fares or passes and assisting people on and off the vehicle.
Open OccupationCoach Driver
A coach driver carries passengers on longer journeys, day trips and tours, driving safely over distance while looking after travellers and their luggage along the way.
Open OccupationTaxi Driver
A taxi driver carries passengers on local journeys for hire, taking bookings or pick-ups, choosing safe routes and handling fares while looking after passengers along the way.
Open OccupationCourier
A courier collects and delivers parcels, documents and small consignments quickly and reliably between senders and recipients, by van, car, bike or on foot as the job requires.
Open OccupationHGV Driver
An HGV driver operates heavy goods vehicles to transport freight by road, handling larger loads over local, regional or long-distance routes safely and within driving-hours rules.
Open OccupationLorry Driver
A lorry driver transports goods by road in rigid or articulated lorries, loading, securing and delivering freight across regional or long-distance routes safely and on time.
Open OccupationChauffeur
A chauffeur provides a professional, discreet and comfortable driving service for passengers, planning journeys, presenting the vehicle well and delivering a high standard of personal service.
Open OccupationRemovals Worker
A removals worker packs, loads, transports and unloads household or office contents during a move, handling items with care and helping the move run smoothly from start to finish.
Open OccupationDispatcher
A dispatcher coordinates drivers, vehicles and jobs from a control desk, allocating work, tracking progress and solving problems so deliveries and journeys run on time.
Open OccupationFleet Coordinator
A fleet coordinator keeps a fleet of vehicles roadworthy, compliant and available, scheduling maintenance, tracking documents and supporting drivers and operations behind the scenes.
Open OccupationLast-Mile Driver
A last-mile driver completes the final leg of delivery, taking parcels from a local depot to customers’ doors, handling many stops a day quickly, safely and accurately.
Open OccupationMulti-Drop Driver
A multi-drop driver delivers parcels or goods to a large number of addresses across a single route each day, working through a packed schedule safely, efficiently and accurately.
Open OccupationRefuse Collector
A refuse collector collects household or commercial waste and recycling along set rounds, loading it safely onto the collection vehicle and keeping streets and bins areas clean.
Open OccupationTrain Conductor
A train conductor supports the safe operation of a train and looks after passengers on board, managing doors, dispatch, tickets and information across the journey.
Open OccupationTram Driver
A tram driver operates a light-rail tram carrying passengers along fixed routes, keeping to the timetable and signalling while driving safely through shared and street-running sections.
Open OccupationDriving Instructor
A driving instructor teaches learners to drive safely and confidently, planning lessons, building skills step by step and preparing pupils for the driving test in their jurisdiction.
Open OccupationRide-Share Driver
A ride-share driver carries passengers booked through a platform or app, accepting trips, driving safely to the destination and handling payments through the service.
OpenHospitality & food
Kitchen, restaurant and hotel roles.
Chef
A chef plans menus, prepares and cooks food to a consistent standard, leads a section or kitchen and is responsible for quality, presentation and food-safety practice.
Open OccupationCook
A cook prepares and cooks food to set recipes and standards, supports service on the line and helps keep the kitchen clean, stocked and running to a consistent quality.
Open OccupationSous-Chef
A sous-chef is the head chef’s second in command, running the kitchen during service, supervising the brigade and keeping food quality, timing and standards on track.
Open OccupationLine Cook
A line cook works a station on the kitchen line, preparing and cooking dishes to order at speed while keeping quality, timing and hygiene consistent through service.
Open OccupationKitchen Porter
A kitchen porter keeps the kitchen clean and running by washing up, cleaning equipment and surfaces, handling waste and supporting chefs with basic preparation tasks.
Open OccupationWaiter
A waiter takes orders, serves food and drink and looks after guests through their meal, providing attentive, friendly service while keeping the dining area running smoothly.
Open OccupationBartender
A bartender prepares and serves drinks, looks after guests at the bar and keeps the bar stocked, clean and compliant while delivering quick, friendly service.
Open OccupationBarista
A barista prepares and serves coffee and other drinks, looks after customers at the counter and keeps the café running with quick, consistent and friendly service.
Open OccupationHotel Receptionist
A hotel receptionist welcomes guests, manages check-in and check-out, handles bookings and enquiries and acts as the front-desk point of contact throughout a guest’s stay.
Open OccupationHousekeeper
A housekeeper cleans and prepares rooms and communal areas to a consistent standard, restocks supplies and helps ensure guests find their accommodation tidy, fresh and welcoming.
Open OccupationRoom Attendant
A room attendant cleans and services guest rooms to a set standard, changes linen, restocks amenities and prepares each room so arriving guests find it fresh and ready.
Open OccupationConcierge
A concierge helps guests with information, bookings and requests, arranging travel, dining and experiences while offering knowledgeable, attentive and discreet service.
Open OccupationRestaurant Manager
A restaurant manager runs the day-to-day operation of a venue, leading the team, overseeing service and standards and balancing guest experience with smooth, organised running.
Open OccupationCatering Assistant
A catering assistant supports food service by preparing and serving food, setting up service areas, keeping things clean and helping the catering team run a smooth operation.
Open OccupationDishwasher
A dishwasher keeps a kitchen supplied with clean crockery, glassware, pots and utensils, operating washing equipment and helping maintain a clean, hygienic work area.
Open OccupationFood Service Assistant
A food service assistant serves food and drink, keeps service areas clean and stocked and helps customers, supporting smooth, friendly service across counters and dining areas.
Open OccupationBanquet Server
A banquet server sets up, serves and clears food and drink at functions and events, delivering coordinated, attentive service to large groups to a set sequence and standard.
Open OccupationHost
A host greets and seats guests, manages bookings and the waiting list and sets a warm first impression while keeping the flow of a busy dining room organised.
Open OccupationHotel Porter
A hotel porter assists guests with luggage, helps with arrivals and departures and supports the front-of-house team, offering a helpful, attentive welcome around the hotel.
Open OccupationEvent Staff
Event staff set up, run and support functions and gatherings, helping with service, guest assistance and logistics so events run smoothly, safely and on schedule.
OpenCare & health
Care, support and healthcare roles.
Nurse
A nurse assesses, plans and delivers clinical care, monitors patients, administers treatments and supports people and their families across a wide range of healthcare settings.
Open OccupationCare Assistant
A care assistant supports people with daily living.
Open OccupationHealthcare Assistant
A healthcare assistant supports nurses and clinical teams with patient care and routine clinical tasks, helping wards, clinics and units run smoothly while keeping patients comfortable.
Open OccupationSupport Worker
A support worker helps people with additional needs to live as independently as possible, providing practical, social and emotional support tailored to each person’s goals.
Open OccupationHome Care Worker
A home care worker visits people in their own homes to provide personal care and practical support, helping them remain safe, comfortable and independent where they live.
Open OccupationNursing Assistant
A nursing assistant supports registered nurses with direct patient care and routine clinical duties, helping to keep wards and units running smoothly and patients well cared for.
Open OccupationSenior Carer
A senior carer provides hands-on care while also guiding and supporting a team of care staff, helping to ensure care plans are followed and standards are maintained.
Open OccupationMidwife
A midwife supports women and birthing people through pregnancy, labour, birth and the early postnatal period, providing clinical care, guidance and reassurance throughout.
Open OccupationParamedic
A paramedic responds to medical emergencies, assesses and treats patients at the scene and during transport, providing urgent care and stabilising people before hospital handover.
Open OccupationDental Nurse
A dental nurse supports dentists and dental teams during treatment, preparing the surgery, assisting chairside and helping patients feel comfortable and well cared for.
Open OccupationPharmacy Assistant
A pharmacy assistant supports pharmacists and the pharmacy team with dispensing tasks, stock and customer service, helping the pharmacy run safely and smoothly.
Open OccupationHealthcare Receptionist
A healthcare receptionist is the first point of contact at a surgery, clinic or hospital, managing appointments, enquiries and records while keeping the front desk calm and welcoming.
Open OccupationChildminder
A childminder cares for children, often in their own home, providing a safe, nurturing environment and supporting play, routines and early development while parents work.
Open OccupationNanny
A nanny provides dedicated childcare in a family’s home, supporting children’s daily routines, play and development while working closely with parents.
Open OccupationTeaching Assistant
A teaching assistant supports teachers and pupils in the classroom, helping children learn, managing activities and giving extra support to those who need it.
Open OccupationSocial Worker
A social worker assesses and supports people facing difficult circumstances, helping to protect those at risk and connect individuals and families with the right help.
Open OccupationOccupational Therapist
An occupational therapist helps people overcome barriers to everyday activities, supporting recovery, independence and participation through practical assessment and tailored interventions.
Open OccupationPhlebotomist
A phlebotomist takes blood samples from patients for testing, donation or research, carrying out the procedure safely and helping patients feel at ease.
Open OccupationCare Coordinator
A care coordinator organises and oversees the delivery of care, matching staff to people’s needs, managing schedules and keeping care running smoothly and safely.
Open OccupationMental Health Support Worker
A mental health support worker helps people living with mental-health needs, providing practical and emotional support that promotes recovery, wellbeing and independence.
OpenOffice & retail
Administrative, customer-service and retail roles.
Receptionist
A receptionist is the first point of contact for visitors and callers, greeting people, managing the front desk and directing enquiries so an organisation runs smoothly and looks professional.
Open OccupationAdministrative Assistant
An administrative assistant keeps an office running by handling correspondence, scheduling, filing, data entry and a wide range of support tasks that free colleagues to focus on their core work.
Open OccupationOffice Manager
An office manager keeps the workplace running smoothly, overseeing facilities, suppliers, administration and often a small support team so the wider business can focus on its work.
Open OccupationData Entry Clerk
A data entry clerk inputs, updates and checks information in databases and systems, keeping records accurate and complete so the rest of the organisation can rely on its data.
Open OccupationCustomer Service Advisor
A customer service advisor helps customers with questions, orders and problems across phone, email and chat, representing the organisation and resolving issues with patience and care.
Open OccupationCall Centre Agent
A call centre agent handles inbound or outbound calls at volume, helping customers, following scripts and procedures, and recording each interaction accurately in the system.
Open OccupationSales Assistant
A sales assistant helps customers on the shop floor, advises on products, processes sales and keeps the store tidy and well-stocked, supporting a positive shopping experience.
Open OccupationRetail Assistant
A retail assistant supports the running of a shop by serving customers, handling stock, operating the till and keeping the store presentable through the trading day.
Open OccupationCashier
A cashier processes customer payments at the till accurately and courteously, handling cash and card transactions, issuing receipts and keeping the checkout area running smoothly.
Open OccupationStore Manager
A store manager runs the day-to-day operation of a shop, leading the team, driving service and sales, managing stock and standards, and taking responsibility for the store’s performance.
Open OccupationVisual Merchandiser
A visual merchandiser designs and arranges product displays, windows and store layouts to present merchandise attractively and guide customers through the shopping space.
Open OccupationStock Controller
A stock controller manages inventory levels, tracks goods in and out, conducts stock counts and keeps records accurate so a business avoids shortages and excess.
Open OccupationSecretary
A secretary provides organised support to an individual, team or department, managing correspondence, diaries, documents and meetings so work stays on track and well-coordinated.
Open OccupationPersonal Assistant
A personal assistant provides dedicated support to a senior individual, managing their diary, communications, travel and tasks so they can focus on their priorities.
Open OccupationBookkeeper
A bookkeeper records and maintains a business’s financial transactions, keeping the books accurate and up to date so the organisation can manage cash, report and meet its obligations.
Open OccupationPayroll Administrator
A payroll administrator processes employee pay, ensuring people are paid accurately and on time, deductions are handled correctly and records meet the rules in their jurisdiction.
Open OccupationHR Administrator
An HR administrator supports the human-resources function by maintaining employee records, handling paperwork and helping with recruitment, onboarding and everyday HR processes.
Open OccupationOffice Junior
An office junior is an entry-level support role in an office, helping with filing, post, basic administration and errands while learning how a workplace runs.
Open OccupationTelesales Agent
A telesales agent contacts customers or prospects by phone to introduce products and services, answer questions and process orders, working towards agreed goals.
Open OccupationCleaner
A cleaner keeps buildings and spaces clean, hygienic and presentable, carrying out routine cleaning tasks safely and to the standard expected by the employer or client.
OpenProfessional & tech
Professional, managerial and technology roles.
Software Engineer
A software engineer designs, builds, tests and maintains software, turning requirements into working code while collaborating with a team to keep systems reliable and maintainable.
Open OccupationAccountant
An accountant prepares, examines and reports on financial records, helping an organisation keep accurate accounts, meet its obligations and make informed decisions.
Open OccupationProject Manager
A project manager plans, coordinates and delivers projects, keeping scope, schedule, budget and stakeholders aligned so that work is completed to agreed goals.
Open OccupationHuman Resources Manager
An HR manager leads people operations for an organisation, overseeing recruitment, employee relations, policies and development so that the workplace runs fairly and effectively.
Open OccupationRecruitment Specialist
A recruiter finds, attracts and assesses candidates for open roles, guiding both employers and applicants through a fair and well-organised hiring process.
Open OccupationSales Manager
A sales manager leads a sales team, setting direction, coaching people and managing the pipeline so that the organisation meets its agreed goals.
Open OccupationMarketing Manager
A marketing manager plans and oversees how an organisation reaches and engages its audience, coordinating campaigns, channels and content to support its goals.
Open OccupationBusiness Analyst
A business analyst studies how an organisation works and what it needs, turning problems into clear requirements that teams can act on.
Open OccupationFinancial Analyst
A financial analyst examines financial data and trends to support decisions, building models, reviewing performance and explaining the numbers behind a plan.
Open OccupationData Analyst
A data analyst gathers, cleans and examines data to answer questions, turning raw figures into clear findings that help an organisation decide what to do next.
Open OccupationProduct Manager
A product manager decides what a product should do and why, balancing user needs, business goals and what is feasible to guide a team toward valuable outcomes.
Open OccupationOperations Manager
An operations manager keeps the day-to-day running of an organisation smooth, overseeing people, processes and resources so that work is delivered reliably.
Open OccupationAccount Manager
An account manager looks after relationships with an organisation’s clients, making sure their needs are met and that the partnership stays healthy over time.
Open OccupationGraphic Designer
A graphic designer creates visual material that communicates a message, combining layout, typography, colour and imagery to meet a brief.
Open OccupationWeb Developer
A web developer builds and maintains websites and web applications, writing code that makes pages work, look right and run reliably.
Open OccupationIT Support Technician
An IT support technician helps people use technology, diagnosing and fixing hardware, software and account problems so that everyday work can continue.
Open OccupationNetwork Administrator
A network administrator keeps an organisation’s networks running, setting up, monitoring and maintaining the systems that connect people, devices and services.
Open OccupationQA Engineer
A QA engineer checks that software works as intended, designing and running tests to find problems before they reach users.
Open OccupationDevOps Engineer
A DevOps engineer helps teams build, deploy and run software smoothly, working on the automation, infrastructure and processes that connect development and operations.
Open OccupationUX Designer
A UX designer shapes how people experience a product, researching needs and designing flows and interfaces that are clear, usable and helpful.
OpenIndustrial & logistics (more)
Additional industrial, production and logistics roles.
CNC Operator
A CNC operator sets up and runs computer numerical control machines that cut, mill, turn or shape parts to a programmed specification, monitoring the process and checking each piece for accuracy.
Open OccupationAssembler
An assembler builds finished products from individual parts and components, working to instructions on a line or bench while keeping output accurate, consistent and on schedule.
Open OccupationPacker
A packer prepares finished goods for storage or dispatch by wrapping, boxing, labelling and palletising them, keeping output accurate, protected and ready to ship.
Open OccupationQuality Inspector
A quality inspector checks materials, parts and finished products against specifications and standards, identifying defects, recording results and helping keep output consistent and compliant.
Open OccupationMaintenance Technician
A maintenance technician keeps machinery, equipment and facilities running by carrying out planned servicing, diagnosing faults and making repairs that minimise downtime and keep sites safe.
Open OccupationIndustrial Painter
An industrial painter prepares and applies protective and finish coatings to metal, machinery, structures or manufactured products, working to specification with spray, brush or powder-coating methods.
Open OccupationMetalworker
A metalworker cuts, shapes, forms and joins metal to produce parts, components or structures, working from drawings with hand tools, machines and joining methods to a required specification.
Open OccupationProduction Supervisor
A production supervisor leads a team and a shift on the factory floor, organising work, supporting operators and keeping output, quality and safety on track against the daily plan.
Open OccupationLine Operator
A line operator works a station on a production or packaging line, feeding materials, monitoring the run and carrying out checks to keep the line moving to pace, quality and safety standards.
Open OccupationPlant Worker
A plant worker carries out general production, processing and support tasks across a manufacturing or processing site, helping keep operations running, materials moving and the area clean and safe.
Open OccupationMechanical Technician
A mechanical technician assembles, installs, services and repairs mechanical equipment and systems, diagnosing faults and carrying out work that keeps machinery accurate, reliable and safe.
Open OccupationToolmaker
A toolmaker makes, repairs and maintains the precision tools, dies, jigs, fixtures and moulds used in manufacturing, working to very fine tolerances from engineering drawings.
Open OccupationFabricator
A fabricator builds metal structures, frames and assemblies from drawings by cutting, shaping and joining material, producing finished items to specification for production or installation.
Open OccupationMaterial Handler
A material handler moves, stores and manages the flow of materials, stock and product around a warehouse, plant or yard, keeping the right items in the right place at the right time.
Open OccupationInventory Worker
An inventory worker keeps stock accurate and well organised by counting, checking, locating and recording goods, supporting reliable availability across a warehouse or store.
Open OccupationWarehouse Picker
A warehouse picker selects items from storage locations to fulfil customer or production orders, working accurately and at pace using pick lists, scanners or voice-directed systems.
Open OccupationWarehouse Packer
A warehouse packer takes picked orders and prepares them for dispatch.
Open OccupationWarehouse Supervisor
A warehouse supervisor leads a team and a shift across goods-in, storage, picking, packing and dispatch, keeping operations on plan and the area accurate, productive and safe.
Open OccupationReach Truck Operator
A reach truck operator moves, stores and retrieves palletised stock in narrow aisles and at height using a reach truck, working safely with valid certification for the truck type and jurisdiction.
Open OccupationOrder Picker
An order picker assembles accurate orders by selecting the right items in the right quantities from across the warehouse, confirming each pick and preparing orders for packing or dispatch.
Open OccupationLogistics Assistant
A logistics assistant supports the day-to-day flow of goods and transport, coordinating deliveries, paperwork and stock movements so orders reach customers accurately and on time.
Open OccupationLoader
A loader loads and unloads goods, pallets and deliveries to and from vehicles and storage, working at pace and with care to keep dispatch and goods-in flowing safely.
Open OccupationShipping Clerk
A shipping clerk manages the outbound side of dispatch.
Open OccupationReceiving Clerk
A receiving clerk manages the goods-in side of the warehouse.
Open OccupationInventory Controller
An inventory controller manages the accuracy, levels and movement of stock, analysing records, coordinating counts and helping ensure the right products are available without excess or shortage.
Open OccupationWarehouse Coordinator
A warehouse coordinator organises the day-to-day activity, schedules and information flow of a warehouse, keeping tasks, teams, stock and transport aligned so operations run smoothly.
OpenConstruction & care (more)
Additional construction, care and service roles.
Drywall Installer
A drywall installer measures, cuts and fixes plasterboard to walls and ceilings, building partitions and finishing interior surfaces ready for taping, jointing and decoration.
Open OccupationCrane Operator
A crane operator lifts and moves heavy loads using a mobile or tower crane, working precisely and safely with the signaller and lift plan and holding the certification required in their jurisdiction.
Open OccupationExcavator Operator
An excavator operator uses a tracked or wheeled excavator to dig, grade and move earth and materials on construction and groundwork sites, working accurately and safely to the plan.
Open OccupationConcrete Worker
A concrete worker prepares, places, compacts and finishes concrete for foundations, slabs and structures, working to levels and finishes as part of a groundwork or construction crew.
Open OccupationRoad Worker
A road worker builds, surfaces and maintains roads, paths and related infrastructure, laying and repairing surfaces and setting up traffic management to keep work zones safe.
Open OccupationKitchen Assistant
A kitchen assistant supports chefs and cooks with food preparation, washing up and keeping the kitchen clean and stocked, helping the kitchen run smoothly through service.
Open OccupationStorekeeper
A storekeeper receives, stores, issues and records materials and stock, keeping a store or stockroom organised and inventory accurate so the right items are available when needed.
Open OccupationLaundry Worker
A laundry worker washes, dries, presses and sorts linen and garments in a commercial or institutional laundry, handling items hygienically and keeping clean stock available where it is needed.
Open OccupationCaregiver
A caregiver supports people who need help with daily living, providing practical, personal and emotional care that helps them stay safe, comfortable and as independent as possible.
Open OccupationElderly Care Worker
An elderly care worker supports older people with daily living, mobility and wellbeing, helping them stay safe, comfortable and connected in their home or a care setting.
Open OccupationHospital Cleaner
A hospital cleaner keeps wards, clinical areas and public spaces clean and hygienic, following strict infection-control procedures to help protect patients, staff and visitors.
Open OccupationPhysiotherapy Assistant
A physiotherapy assistant supports physiotherapists by helping patients with exercises and treatment, preparing equipment and keeping the therapy area ready, under the therapist’s direction.
Open OccupationCare Home Worker
A care home worker supports residents in a residential or nursing home with daily living, wellbeing and activities, helping them feel safe, comfortable and part of a community.
Open OccupationPatient Transport Assistant
A patient transport assistant helps move patients safely between home, hospital and appointments, supporting them in and out of vehicles with care, comfort and reassurance.
Open OccupationChildcare Assistant
A childcare assistant supports the care, play and learning of young children in a nursery or early-years setting, helping create a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment.
Open OccupationMedical Assistant
A medical assistant supports clinicians and patients with administrative and basic clinical tasks in a healthcare setting, helping appointments and the clinic run smoothly under supervision.
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A connected set of evergreen pages, one per occupation, covering what the role does, the skills it needs, who typically employs it, how it is recruited and the documents involved — written for both employers and candidates.
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