Exploring Public Services Careers in the UK

Which of the following is considered a public service job in the UK?

• Police officer

• Private banker

• Estate agent

• Retail manager

What is the main responsibility of a paramedic in the UK?

• Teaching in schools

• Providing emergency medical care

• Managing council tax

• Issuing driving licences

Which government department is responsible for the UK’s fire and rescue services?

• Department for Education

• Home Office

• Department for Transport

• Department of Health and Social Care

Which of the following is NOT a typical duty of a social worker in the UK?

• Supporting vulnerable individuals

• Conducting criminal investigations

• Safeguarding children

• Assisting with adoption processes

What is the minimum age to become a police constable in the UK?

• 16

• 18

• 21

• 25

Which public service job is primarily responsible for collecting and disposing of household waste?

• Environmental health officer

• Refuse collector

• Town planner

• Civil engineer

Which of the following is a key skill required for a teacher in a UK state school?

• Ability to drive a lorry

• Strong communication skills

• Knowledge of plumbing

• Financial auditing

Which public service job would most likely require you to work in a prison?

• Probation officer

• Prison officer

• Firefighter

• Paramedic

Which of the following is a public service provided by local councils in the UK?

• Issuing passports

• Collecting council tax

• Running supermarkets

• Managing airports

Which public service job is responsible for maintaining public parks and green spaces?

• Park ranger

• Solicitor

• Pharmacist

• Accountant