Level 1
People at level 1 are at entry level, and require basic general knowledge. They undertake a limited number of straightforward tasks under direct supervision. They could be any new starter to work in the Health sector, and progress rapidly to Level 2. Sample roles inlcude:
- volunteer worker (eg in breastfeeding)
Level 2
People at level 2 require basic factual knowledge of a field of work. They may carry out clinical, technical, scientific or administrative duties according to established protocols or procedures, or systems of work. Sample roles include:
- dental health worker (schools)
- public health receptionist in NHS unit
- administrator or administrative assistant (eg in drug and alcohol team, community safety unit, public health development unit)
- peer educator
- lay health worker
- childcare worker
- classroom assistant
- creche worker
- refuge worker
- refuse worker
- healthcare assistant
- community pharmacy support staff
Level 3
People at level 3 require knowledge of facts, principles, processes and general concepts in a field of work. They may carry out a wider range of duties than the person working at level 2, and will have more responsibility, with guidance and supervision available when needed. They will contribute to service development, and are responsible for self development. Sample roles include:
- smoking cessation advisor
- substance misuse worker
Level 4
People at level 4 require factual and theoretical knowledge in broad contexts within a field of work. Work is guided by standard operating procedures, protocols or systems of work, but the worker makes judgements, plans activities, contributes to service development and demonstrates self development. They may have responsibility for supervision of some staff. Sample roles include:
- public health intelligence assistant
- public health statistical assistant
- health trainer
