A measure of an individual’s level of function and ability to perform specific tasks on a safe and dependable basis over a defined period.

A doctor based in the community who treats patients with minor or chronic illnesses and refers those with serious conditions to specialists.

A person who supports children to have their voice heard in certain types of legal proceedings, and makes an independent assessment of the child’s interests.

A document which describes how a service should provide care or support in a specific context.

The practice of maintaining the cleanliness of hands for the purposes of infection prevention and control.

Ongoing unwanted and intentional behaviour that annoys or upsets someone.

A general term referring to the practices and processes that are in place to reduce the risk of harm.

A large cluster of health care related professions and personnel whose functions include assisting, facilitating, or complementing the work of physicians and other specialists in the health and social care system, and who choose to be identified as allied health personnel.

Test(s) carried out within a specified population for the purpose of identifying potential disease(s).

The activity or business of providing medical services that support physical and mental wellbeing.

A specific role in health and social care services which involves assisting with general duties and basic care.

A person with a qualification that allows them to provide one or more of a range of health care services.