Career Progression Overview
Adult Social Care offers a wide range of job roles. There are lots of opportunities to learn, grow, and progress in your career.
On this page, you can explore the different job-roles available within adult social care.
Starting Out
People who deliver care and support to others play a key role in helping people live safely, comfortably, and with dignity. These roles include Support Workers, Personal Assistants, and Shared Lives Carers.
Ancillary
People working in Ancillary jobs help care settings run well every day. They include cleaning, cooking, fixing things, and office work.
Coordinating and Supervisory
People in these roles help organise care and support staff in their daily work. They make sure teams work well together and that people receive safe, high-quality care. These roles include Senior Support Workers, Care Coordinators, and Team Leaders.
See coordinating and supervisory job roles
Specialist
People in these roles focus on a specific area of care. They use their skills and knowledge to support people with particular needs and improve their wellbeing. These roles include PBS Practitioners and Activities Coordinators.
Leadership
People in these roles lead services and manage teams. They make important decisions to make sure care is safe, effective, and improving. These roles include Deputy Managers, Managers, and Nominated Individuals.
Clinical and Regulated
People in these roles have special training and qualifications. They provide expert care and advice. They must be registered to do their job. These roles include Social Workers, Nurses, and Nursing Associates.
See clinical and regulated job roles