What should someone working in “Residential, day and domiciliary care managers and proprietors” do about AI?

Start from the ledger rather than the headline: 24% of this job's weighted core work is exposed, and roughly 48% is not. The practical move is to spend more of your week on the tasks that score low, the ones above, and to get fluent at directing AI through the tasks that score high, because those are the parts that change whether or not you are ready for them. This page does not predict your job, and nothing here is career advice tailored to you: the score describes the occupation, not the person.

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Residential, day and domiciliary care managers and proprietors

establishing service agreements with clients and providers, promoting and demonstrating understanding of diversity and equality to support all children, conducting training sessions on operational procedures for operations staff and modelsing a professional approach to decision-making. If that's your week, this page is about your job.

The honest answer

AI is already taking a real slice of the routine work here: arranging grievance hearings or meetings. That is a slice of tasks, not of you.

Your move: what you can actually do about this ↓

Where the work sits, by task weight

shifting to AI: 24%
changing shape: 29%
staying human: 48%

These bars are tasks changing hands, not people being counted out. The ledger below shows which.

Whole-job exposure score 41 out of 100 (35–47 allowing for uncertainty): partial exposure, across 64 scored tasks. The number is the support for the sentence above it, not a headline about anyone’s future.

How we know this

What is measured: Every published task statement for residential, day and domiciliary care managers and proprietors is rated on five dimensions: can a model produce the output, does the work need a body in a room, does it need a legally accountable person, does it depend on a person being trusted in the moment, and how much data exists. A published formula turns those five ratings into the score; the model never writes the number.

How the bar is built: Each task’s share of the bar is its published importance weight, so a task you do all day counts for more than one you do twice a year.

Release: 2026-q4.1, scores computed 2026-08-04. Read the full method.

That slice is not coming back; the core of the job, inspecting supplies, equipment or work areas to ensure conformance to established standards, stays yours. The tools change, the responsibility doesn't.

Your week, as this page understands it

Managers and proprietors in this group plan, organise, direct and co-ordinate the resources necessary in the provision and running of residential and day care establishments and domiciliary care services for persons who require support or specialised care and/or supervision. The job title says “residential”, “day”, “domiciliary care managers” or “proprietors”: officially one job, several names. The real job is the part underneath: inspecting supplies, equipment or work areas to ensure conformance to established standards. That is the thing someone has to be right about.

The exposed part of this job is specific, and we won’t pretend it is coming back. But residential, day and domiciliary care managers and proprietors is not one task. It is 64 scored ones, and they are nowhere near equally exposed. The most durable of them, on this evidence, is inspecting supplies, equipment or work areas to ensure conformance to established standards, and the ledger below shows exactly why.

Where the work sits, by task weight

shifting to AI: 24%
changing shape: 29%
staying human: 48%

These bars are tasks changing hands, not people being counted out. The ledger below shows which.

How we know this

How the bar is built: Each task’s share of the bar is its published importance weight, so a task you do all day counts for more than one you do twice a year.

Release: 2026-q4.1, scores computed 2026-08-04. Read the full method.

Your job, task by task

These are the official task statements for this occupation, in plain English, sorted by what the evidence says is happening to each one. The official wording sits under every line so you can check the rewrite against it.

22 of this occupation's scored task statements carry a score that was measured under a different occupation's context, because the statement is shared between jobs and has only been scored once so far. Each one names the occupation it was measured under in the free routes below; none is presented as a measurement for this job.
Task clusters are not derived in this release, so the task-cluster field is empty and no Collab365 Space routing is attached to this occupation yet.

Shifting to AI

18 tasks

Tasks today’s tools can already do most of. This is the part we will not soften: where these rows are the bulk of your week, the week changes.

Arranging grievance hearings or meetings
This is reading one thing and writing another: grievance hearings in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 80 · 1232/02, 1232/03
Source: “Arrange grievance hearings or meetings.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 85 out of 100 (81–89 allowing for uncertainty): very high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Setting up a hearing is scheduling and standard letters, both of which software produces reliably from the usual procedure.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 4/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 4/4.
Directing advertising efforts for customer recruitment
This is reading one thing and writing another: efforts in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 60 · 1232/02, 1232/03
Source: “Direct advertising efforts for customer recruitment.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 70 out of 100 (63–77 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Advertising planning and copy are areas where software already produces usable work.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 4/4.
Developing budgets for projects to optimise care services and resource allocation
This is reading one thing and writing another: budgets in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 90 · 1232/02
Source: “Develop budgets for projects to optimise care services and resource allocation.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 75 out of 100 (71–79 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Budget building from cost and activity data is spreadsheet work AI does well.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Developing policies to guide organisational operations
This is reading one thing and writing another: policies in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 85 · 1232/02
Source: “Develop policies to guide organisational operations.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 83 out of 100 (79–87 allowing for uncertainty): very high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Policy drafting draws on abundant published examples AI can adapt to the organisation.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 4/4.

Changing shape

17 tasks

Tasks where the machine takes the producing and a person keeps the checking, the deciding, or the answering-for-it. For most jobs this is the biggest group, and it is where "transformation, not termination" is literally visible.

Arranging worker breaks to ensure services are adequately staffed throughout each shift
The software now makes the first pass at worker breaks, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 85 · 1232/02, 1232/03
Source: “Arrange worker breaks to ensure services are adequately staffed throughout each shift.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 59 out of 100 (52–66 allowing for uncertainty): partial exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Slotting breaks around coverage needs is a scheduling calculation software handles well.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 4/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Listening to and resolving customer complaints regarding services
The software now makes the first pass at and resolving customer complaints regarding services, but the part that matters is a person saying it and standing behind it. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 85 · 1232/02, 1232/03
Source: “Listen to and resolve customer complaints regarding services, products, or personnel.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 53 out of 100 (46–60 allowing for uncertainty): partial exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Automated service handles most complaints well, though an upset customer often wants a person to take it seriously.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 2/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Requisitioning equipment and supplies for operational needs
The software now makes the first pass at equipment, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 80 · 1232/02, 1232/03
Source: “Requisition equipment and supplies for operational needs.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 56 out of 100 (49–63 allowing for uncertainty): partial exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Raising orders is routine system work, though knowing what is actually running low means being around the stores.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.

Staying human

29 tasks

Tasks that stay with a person, because they happen in the physical world, because the rules need someone accountable, or because the value is that a specific person does them.

Resolving operational problems in accordance with management regulations
The ratings behind this row put operational problems well outside what today's tools can do on their own.
importance 85 · 1232/02, 1232/03
Source: “Resolve operational problems in accordance with management regulations.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 37 out of 100 (30–44 allowing for uncertainty): low exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Procedures can be looked up automatically, though sorting out a live operational problem often needs presence.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Inspecting supplies, equipment or work areas to ensure conformance to established standards
This work happens in the physical world: supplies, equipment or work areas, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 85 · 1232/02, 1232/03
Source: “Inspect supplies, equipment, or work areas to ensure conformance to established standards.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 0 out of 100 (0–4 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Checking supplies, equipment and work areas means walking the kitchen and looking at them.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Investigating employee complaints according to management rules
The value here is that a specific person handles employee complaints and stands behind it. That is earned, not computed.
importance 80 · 1232/02, 1232/03
Source: “Investigate employee complaints according to management rules.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 35 out of 100 (28–42 allowing for uncertainty): low exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Procedure and report writing are well documented, but interviewing staff and judging who to believe stays with a person.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 2/4 · how much data exists 3/4.

Show the other 54 tasks

Preparing drafts of programme schedules and descriptions to estimate staffing and facility requirements
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: drafts of programme schedules in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 60 · 1232/01
Source: “Prepare drafts of programme schedules and descriptions to estimate staffing and facility requirements.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 93 out of 100 (86–100 allowing for uncertainty): very high exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Drafting schedules and descriptions and estimating staffing from them is exactly the kind of drafting AI does well.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 4/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Collecting and analysing survey data to forecast enrolment patterns
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: survey data in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 50 · 1232/01
Source: “Collect and analyse survey data to forecast enrolment patterns.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 93 out of 100 (89–97 allowing for uncertainty): very high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Survey data and enrolment forecasting are standard analysis tasks software performs quickly from figures already held.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 4/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Analysing and identifying areas for modification in existing programmes
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: areas in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 70 · 1232/01
Source: “Analyse and identify areas for modification in existing programmes.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 83 out of 100 (79–87 allowing for uncertainty): very high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Reading existing code and spotting what needs changing is a strong use of these tools.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 4/4.
Optimising site resources by monitoring order books and deploying staff and resources in the most cost effective and efficient way
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: site resources in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 60 · 1232/03
Source: “Optimise site resources by monitoring order books and deploying staff and resources in the most cost effective and efficient way.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 79 out of 100 (75–83 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Matching staff and resources to the order book is scheduling and optimisation software does routinely.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 4/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Determining allocations of funds
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: allocations of funds in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 80 · 1232/01
Source: “Determine allocations of funds for staff, supplies, materials, and equipment.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 75 out of 100 (71–79 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Splitting a budget across staff, supplies and equipment is calculation work software does well.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Preparing and maintaining attendance, activity and planning reports
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: attendance, activity and planning reports in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 75 · 1232/01
Source: “Prepare and maintain attendance, activity, and planning reports.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 75 out of 100 (68–82 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Attendance and activity reports are largely assembled from existing records, though planning judgements come from the setting.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Planning instructional methods and content for various programmes
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: instructional methods in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 60 · 1232/01
Source: “Plan instructional methods and content for various programmes.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 75 out of 100 (68–82 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Planning teaching methods and content is written planning work AI produces to a usable standard.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Collecting and analysing regulatory information and demographic trends to determine the need for curriculum changes
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: regulatory information in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 50 · 1232/01
Source: “Collect and analyse regulatory information and demographic trends to determine the need for curriculum changes.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 75 out of 100 (71–79 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Gathering regulations and demographic data and drawing conclusions is research and analysis AI handles well.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Reading manuals, periodicals and technical reports to develop programmes meeting staff and user requirements
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: manuals, periodicals and technical reports in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 50 · 1232/01
Source: “Read manuals, periodicals, and technical reports to develop programmes meeting staff and user requirements.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 75 out of 100 (71–79 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Reading technical material and turning it into a programme is synthesis work AI does to a usable standard.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Preparing budgets for approval, including those for funding or implementation of programmes
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: budgets in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 80 · 1232/01
Source: “Prepare budgets for approval, including those for funding or implementation of programmes.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 66 out of 100 (62–70 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Budgets are built from figures the organisation already holds, so software can produce a solid draft for the manager to approve.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Authorising purchases based on determined allocations
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: purchases in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 75 · 1232/01
Source: “Authorise purchases based on determined allocations.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 66 out of 100 (62–70 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Checking a purchase against the agreed budget is a rule-based approval step that systems already automate.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Developing procedures to comply with government regulations ensuring facility safety
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: procedures in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 75 · 1232/01
Source: “Develop procedures to comply with government regulations ensuring facility safety, security, and maintenance.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 66 out of 100 (62–70 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Regulations are published, so software can draft workable procedures that the manager then tailors to the building and adopts.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Reviewing and evaluating new and current programmes
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: new and current programmes in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 75 · 1232/01
Source: “Review and evaluate new and current programmes for efficiency, effectiveness, and regulatory compliance.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 66 out of 100 (62–70 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Reviewing programmes against regulations and performance data is document analysis AI does to a usable standard.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Directing the preparation and maintenance of official reports and records
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: the preparation in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 70 · 1232/01
Source: “Direct the preparation and maintenance of official reports and records.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 66 out of 100 (62–70 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Care records and returns follow set formats, so software can assemble and maintain most of them under the manager's direction.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Preparing and submitting grant proposals to solicit programme funding
changing shape
The software now makes the first pass at grant proposals, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 50 · 1232/01
Source: “Prepare and submit grant proposals to solicit programme funding.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 58 out of 100 (51–65 allowing for uncertainty): partial exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: AI can draft a funding bid, but a convincing one needs tailoring to the funder and real programme detail.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Helping establish policies and procedures to carry out educational goals
changing shape
The software now makes the first pass at establish policies, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 70 · 1232/01
Source: “Help establish policies and procedures to carry out educational goals.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 56 out of 100 (49–63 allowing for uncertainty): partial exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Policy and procedure drafts are straightforward to generate from regulations and existing practice.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Recommending personnel actions for programmes and services
changing shape
The software now makes the first pass at personnel actions, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 70 · 1232/01
Source: “Recommend personnel actions for programmes and services.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 56 out of 100 (49–63 allowing for uncertainty): partial exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Written personnel recommendations follow standard formats and evidence that can be assembled automatically.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Developing nursery programmes in collaboration with other teachers and administrators
changing shape
The software now makes the first pass at nursery programmes, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 60 · 1232/01
Source: “Develop nursery programmes in collaboration with other teachers and administrators.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 56 out of 100 (49–63 allowing for uncertainty): partial exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Programme outlines can be drafted well from the published framework, though the manager still shapes them with the staff who deliver them.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Collecting data to inform continuous improvement activities
changing shape
The software now makes the first pass at data, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 70 · 1232/03
Source: “Collect data to inform continuous improvement activities.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 56 out of 100 (49–63 allowing for uncertainty): partial exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Pulling together data for improvement work is collation software already does well, though some gathering happens on site.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Promoting the organisation's ethos and aims
changing shape
The software now makes the first pass at the organisation's ethos, but the part that matters is a person saying it and standing behind it. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 80 · 1232/03
Source: “Promote the organisation's ethos and aims, focusing on diversity, inclusion, and equality.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 53 out of 100 (46–60 allowing for uncertainty): partial exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Messages are easy to write, but people take an organisation’s values from the colleagues around them.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 2/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Determining the scope of educational programme offerings
changing shape
The software now makes the first pass at the scope of educational programme offerings, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 50 · 1232/01
Source: “Determine the scope of educational programme offerings.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 49 out of 100 (42–56 allowing for uncertainty): partial exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: AI can lay out the options, but deciding what the service will actually offer is a business judgement.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Monitoring business performance and quality of care to ensure service excellence
changing shape
The software now makes the first pass at business performance, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 90 · 1232/02
Source: “Monitor business performance and quality of care to ensure service excellence.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 49 out of 100 (42–56 allowing for uncertainty): partial exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Performance and quality dashboards are largely automated, though care quality also has to be seen in person.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Monitoring pupils' performance and recording relevant data to assess progress
changing shape
The software now makes the first pass at pupils' performance, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 60 · 1232/01
Source: “Monitor pupils' performance and record relevant data to assess progress.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 48 out of 100 (44–52 allowing for uncertainty): partial exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Recording and tracking pupil progress is data work that software handles well.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Explaining company policies and procedures to workers
changing shape
The software now makes the first pass at company policies, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 80 · 1232/02, 1232/03
Source: “Explain company policies and procedures to workers.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 48 out of 100 (41–55 allowing for uncertainty): partial exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Turning company policy into a clear explanation is writing work, though the briefing usually happens in person.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Informing workers about interests or special needs of specific groups
changing shape
The software now makes the first pass at workers, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 75 · 1232/02, 1232/03
Source: “Inform workers about interests or special needs of specific groups.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 48 out of 100 (41–55 allowing for uncertainty): partial exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Briefing staff on a group’s needs is straightforward information passing, usually written.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Establishing service agreements with clients and providers
changing shape
The software now makes the first pass at service agreements, but the part that matters is a person saying it and standing behind it. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 95 · 1232/02
Source: “Establish service agreements with clients and providers.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 46 out of 100 (39–53 allowing for uncertainty): partial exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Service agreements follow standard wording, though the terms are settled in discussion with clients and providers.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 2/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Handling personal, confidential and sensitive information with strict adherence to legal and organisational confidentiality policies
changing shape
The software now makes the first pass at personal, confidential and sensitive information, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 90 · 1232/02
Source: “Handle personal, confidential, and sensitive information with strict adherence to legal and organisational confidentiality policies.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 43 out of 100 (36–50 allowing for uncertainty): partial exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Systems can control access and keep audit trails, but deciding what may be shared in a particular situation is still a judgement call.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Setting clear and measurable objectives for the team
changing shape
The software now makes the first pass at clear, but the part that matters is a person saying it and standing behind it. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 75 · 1232/03
Source: “Set clear and measurable objectives for the team.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 40 out of 100 (33–47 allowing for uncertainty): partial exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Objectives can be drafted, but agreeing them with a team is a management conversation.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 2/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Recruiting new employees to deliver quality home care services
staying human
The value here is that a specific person handles new employees and stands behind it. That is earned, not computed.
importance 90 · 1232/02
Source: “Recruit new employees to deliver quality home care services.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 34 out of 100 (27–41 allowing for uncertainty): low exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Advertising and shortlisting are well automated, but choosing home care staff involves meeting them and checking suitability.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 2/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Recruiting new employees to provide compassionate residential care
staying human
The value here is that a specific person handles new employees and stands behind it. That is earned, not computed.
importance 90 · 1232/03
Source: “Recruit new employees to provide compassionate residential care.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 34 out of 100 (27–41 allowing for uncertainty): low exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Job adverts and screening are easy to automate; judging who will care well for residents is done in person.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 2/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Identifying and managing risks associated with the work
staying human
The ratings behind this row put risks well outside what today's tools can do on their own.
importance 85 · 1232/03
Source: “Identify and manage risks associated with the work.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 28 out of 100 (21–35 allowing for uncertainty): low exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Standard risk assessments can be drafted from templates, but spotting the real hazards in a particular home needs someone who knows it.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Continuouslying develop professional skills and knowledge through ongoing professional development activities
staying human
The ratings behind this row put develop professional skills well outside what today's tools can do on their own.
importance 75 · 1232/03
Source: “Continuously develop professional skills and knowledge through ongoing professional development activities.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 26 out of 100 (19–33 allowing for uncertainty): low exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over.
The rating behind it: Keeping your own skills current is something only you can do; tools can supply the reading, not the learning.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Staying informed of changes affecting workers or operations by meeting with managers or supervisors
staying human
The ratings behind this row put informed of changes affecting workers well outside what today's tools can do on their own.
importance 80 · 1232/02, 1232/03
Source: “Stay informed of changes affecting workers or operations by meeting with managers or supervisors.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 21 out of 100 (14–28 allowing for uncertainty): low exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the five ratings behind the score, with no single dominant reason.
The rating behind it: Keeping yourself up to date by meeting managers is something you have to do yourself; summaries are no substitute.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Leading changes in working practices to achieve improved outcomes
staying human
The value here is that a specific person handles changes and stands behind it. That is earned, not computed.
importance 85 · 1232/03
Source: “Lead changes in working practices to achieve improved outcomes.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 21 out of 100 (14–28 allowing for uncertainty): low exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: AI can set out a better way of working, though persuading a team to change it depends on the manager.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 3/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Providing training for support staff to improve service delivery
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: support staff, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 85 · 1232/02
Source: “Provide training for support staff to improve service delivery.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 20 out of 100 (13–27 allowing for uncertainty): low exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; work that happens in the physical world; the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Training content can be produced automatically, but staff training is normally delivered in person.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 2/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 2/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Conducting training sessions on operational procedures for operations staff
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: sessions, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 70 · 1232/02, 1232/03
Source: “Conduct training sessions on operational procedures for operations staff.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 20 out of 100 (13–27 allowing for uncertainty): low exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; work that happens in the physical world; the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Materials can be drafted easily, but running the session and answering staff in the room is done in person.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 2/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 2/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Recruiting employ, train and supervising staff to deliver quality day care services
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: employ, train and supervising staff, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 90 · 1232/01
Source: “Recruit, employ, train, and supervise staff to deliver quality day care services.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 18 out of 100 (11–25 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; work that happens in the physical world; the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Adverts, rotas and training packs are easy to produce, but hiring and supervising care staff happens face to face.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 2/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 2/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Assisting residents in navigating and utilising available local services
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: residents, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 75 · 1232/02
Source: “Assist residents in navigating and utilising available local services.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 18 out of 100 (11–25 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world; the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Information about local services can be assembled, but helping a resident actually use them means going with them.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 2/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 2/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Developing and delivering high-quality supervision practices and decision-making
staying human
The value here is that a specific person handles high-quality supervision practices and stands behind it. That is earned, not computed.
importance 85 · 1232/03
Source: “Develop and deliver high-quality supervision practices and decision-making.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 18 out of 100 (11–25 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Supervision guidance can be drafted, but good supervision of care staff depends on an established personal relationship.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 3/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Provide individuals with information and choices regarding their care and support
staying human
The value here is that a specific person handles individuals and stands behind it. That is earned, not computed.
importance 80 · 1232/03
Source: “Provide individuals with information and choices regarding their care and support.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 18 out of 100 (11–25 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Clear written options can be produced automatically, but helping someone weigh choices about their own care is a conversation built on trust.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 3/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Developsing and implementsing evidence-based interventions to address the complex needs of children
staying human
The rules require a named, qualified person to answer for evidence-based interventions, and that person cannot be a piece of software.
importance 80 · 1232/03
Source: “Develops and implements evidence-based interventions to address the complex needs of children, young people, and families.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 15 out of 100 (8–22 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: someone qualified has to answer for it; the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: The research behind what works is published, but designing and carrying out a plan for a particular family depends on qualified people who know them.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 2/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 3/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Discussing educational activities, policies and pupils' issues with parents and staff
staying human
The value here is that a specific person handles educational activities, policies and pupils' issues and stands behind it. That is earned, not computed.
importance 80 · 1232/01
Source: “Discuss educational activities, policies, and pupils' issues with parents and staff.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 13 out of 100 (6–20 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: These conversations with parents and staff depend on trust and reading the person in front of you.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 3/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Promoting and demonstrating understanding of diversity and equality to support all children
staying human
The value here is that a specific person handles diversity and stands behind it. That is earned, not computed.
importance 85 · 1232/03
Source: “Promote and demonstrate understanding of diversity and equality to support all children, including those with additional needs.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 13 out of 100 (6–20 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Policies can be written by software, but showing inclusive practice day to day with children and staff is something a person models.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 3/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Buildsing relationships with partner organizations and stakeholders
staying human
The value here is that a specific person handles relationships and stands behind it. That is earned, not computed.
importance 75 · 1232/03
Source: “Builds relationships with partner organizations and stakeholders, sharing and agreeing on goals and outcomes.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 13 out of 100 (6–20 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Partnerships are built through people who know and trust each other over time.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 3/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Encouraging participation of children, young people and families in service improvement
staying human
The value here is that a specific person handles participation of children, young people and families and stands behind it. That is earned, not computed.
importance 75 · 1232/03
Source: “Encourage participation of children, young people, and families in service improvement.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 13 out of 100 (6–20 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Getting families involved in improving a service depends on personal encouragement and trust.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 3/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Modelsing a professional approach to decision-making
staying human
The value here is that a specific person handles a professional approach and stands behind it. That is earned, not computed.
importance 70 · 1232/03
Source: “Models a professional approach to decision-making, challenging and offering alternative perspectives when necessary.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 10 out of 100 (3–17 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Setting an example in how decisions are made only works because colleagues watch a real person do it.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 3/4 · how much data exists 1/4.
Directing activities of teachers at schools and institutions
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: activities of teachers, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 60 · 1232/01
Source: “Direct activities of teachers at schools and institutions.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 8 out of 100 (1–15 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world; the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Directing teachers day to day rests on being present and on personal working relationships.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 2/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 3/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Assisting pupils with their school work to support their learning and development
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: pupils, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 60 · 1232/01
Source: “Assist pupils with their school work to support their learning and development.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 7 out of 100 (0–14 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; work that happens in the physical world; the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Helping a child with schoolwork means sitting with them and responding to how they are getting on.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 3/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 3/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Organising and delivering educational classes to children to foster learning and development
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: educational classes, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 60 · 1232/01
Source: “Organise and deliver educational classes to children to foster learning and development.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 7 out of 100 (0–14 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; work that happens in the physical world; the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Lesson content is easy to prepare, but running a class of young children means being in the room with them.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 3/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 3/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Observing and evaluating workers' appearance and performance to ensure quality service and compliance with specifications
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: workers' appearance, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 80 · 1232/02, 1232/03
Source: “Observe and evaluate workers' appearance and performance to ensure quality service and compliance with specifications.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 7 out of 100 (0–14 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Judging how staff look and perform means watching them work on the floor.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 3/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Assessesing and managesing safeguarding risks
staying human
The rules require a named, qualified person to answer for risks, and that person cannot be a piece of software.
importance 90 · 1232/03
Source: “Assesses and manages safeguarding risks for children, young people, and vulnerable adults, working collaboratively with other professionals and agencies.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 6 out of 100 (2–10 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: someone qualified has to answer for it; the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Judging whether someone is at risk and acting on it rests with the registered manager who is legally accountable, and depends on knowing the people involved.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 3/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 3/4 · how much data exists 1/4.
Communicatesing effectively with children, young people and families, actively listening to their needs and concerns
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: children, young people and families, actively, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 80 · 1232/03
Source: “Communicates effectively with children, young people, and families, actively listening to their needs and concerns.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 6 out of 100 (2–10 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world; the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Listening to children and families and being trusted by them is the work itself.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 2/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 4/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Providing emotional support for patients and their families
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: emotional support, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 75 · 1232/03
Source: “Provide emotional support for patients and their families.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 1 out of 100 (0–5 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world; the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Comfort at a difficult time works because another human being is present and means it.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 3/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 4/4 · how much data exists 1/4.
Providing comprehensive care and supervision for babies in childcare settings
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: comprehensive care, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 85 · 1232/01
Source: “Provide comprehensive care and supervision for babies in childcare settings.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 0 out of 100 (0–4 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world; the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Caring for babies is entirely hands-on and in the room.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 3/4 · how much data exists 2/4.

What this job pays, and how many people do it

Median pay: £42,700a year, before tax, the middle of the range, so half earn more and half earn less.ashe-t14, 2025 · ASHE 2025 provisional (reference April 2025)Provisional, because the ONS revises this figure in the autumn.
How we know this
Source: ashe-t14
Reference period: ASHE 2025 provisional (reference April 2025)
Rounding: Shown to the nearest £100. The exact published figure is in the downloadable dataset. We do not render pounds the survey cannot support.
People doing this job: 71,300in the UK, 2026.nomis-aps · Apr 2025-Mar 2026 (latest APS 12-month period)This headcount comes from a survey, not a census, so treat it as a good estimate rather than an exact count.

What is deliberately not here: a forecast of how many of these jobs exist in ten years. Where an official projection exists for a market we publish it with its vintage; where it does not, we leave the space empty rather than borrow the other country’s number.

Why this is shifting

The reason is boringly specific. Most of what is shifting here is reading one thing and writing another: grievance hearings in, a record out. The rows above are exactly that shape: arranging grievance hearings or meetings and directing advertising efforts for customer recruitment. What it cannot do is be there in the room, and that is still where supplies, equipment or work areas get done. Which is why this page talks about your tasks changing, not your job ending.

Your move

Over a pint: what I’d tell you if you were my friend

Your week is splitting in two, and which half fills it is the whole question. Arranging grievance hearings or meetings is going; inspecting supplies, equipment or work areas to ensure conformance to established standards is not.

So, given all that: 24% of this job's task weight sits in rows the software is already learning, 29% in rows that change shape rather than disappear, and 48% in rows it is nowhere near. That is the position, measured across 64 scored tasks. It is not a forecast about you.

The occupation is an average and you are not, so the first job below is finding out where your own week actually sits.

This week: one thing

Print the task ledger above and put your own hours next to each row. Roughly, in pen, in one sitting. Then look at which group your hours actually pile up in. Twenty minutes, this week.

What you end up holding: your own week, on one page, sorted into what is shifting and what is not
How long it takes: about twenty minutes

If printing it isn’t practical: Read the rows off this page and write the same list on the back of an envelope. Same twenty minutes, same page, and it works just as well said out loud to someone who knows the job. The point is your hours next to the rows, not the paper it is on.

Over the next 90 days

Volunteer toward the durable end, visibly. Over the next ninety days put your hand up for the work in the bottom group (inspecting supplies, equipment or work areas to ensure conformance to established standards) and let people see you doing it. Not a new project: the same job, with your mix deliberately tilted. The point is that when the rota or the reorganisation comes, the version of you people picture is the one doing the part that stays.

Over the next 12 months

Claim a specialism at the durable end and let the other end go. Over a year, deliberately become the person who handles inspecting supplies, equipment or work areas to ensure conformance to established standards, and deliberately stop being the first choice for the rows in the top group. That trade costs something, because the exposed work is often the comfortable work. Decide it on purpose rather than by drift. Before you pay for anything, spend an hour with National Careers Service. It is free and government-funded, and it is listed below with the rest of the free routes.

The roads out of here, and why I am not sending you down them

I looked at the obvious moves out of this job, and here is what I found.

I checked the 12 nearest UK occupations to residential, day and domiciliary care managers and proprietors (nearest by the work that AI is not taking, not by job title), and none of them survived. The closest was senior care workers: only about 13% of its durable work is work you already do and it pays 31.2% less. Your own job splits about 24/76: that share of the list sits in the top exposure band and the rest does not. On this evidence the honest move is inside the job rather than out of it. Become the person who owns “establish service agreements with clients and providers”, and let the exposed end go.

How that was checked: this job was compared against all 412 UK occupations in this release on their official task statements, and the 12 nearest were examined one by one. A move that turns on an industry, an employer or a qualification rather than on the work itself will not show up in a check like that. And this release carries no licence register, so anything you are weighing needs that looked up separately.

3 moves I checked and rejected

These are the obvious-looking jumps. They are here with their reasons rather than quietly dropped, because the ones that fail are worth knowing about. It is one less thing to turn over at night.

Senior care workers
Why it looked obvious: It came up as a near neighbour because one of your tasks is on their list in the same words: “provide individuals with information and choices regarding their care and support”. Across the whole of both lists that adds up to about 13% of the work in that job the software is not taking.
Why I am not recommending it: You would be starting most of it from nothing: about 13% of the durable work in that job is work you do today, and the rest you would be learning while the bills carried on. It is a pay cut, in those words: £29,381 against your £42,700, 31.2% less (ASHE Table 14.7a, 2025 provisional (both)). Retraining to earn less is a decision, not advice.
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Hairdressing and beauty salon managers and proprietors
Why it looked obvious: It came up as a near neighbour because one of your tasks is on their list in the same words: “observe and evaluate workers' appearance and performance to ensure quality service and compliance with specifications”. Across the whole of both lists that adds up to about 12% of the work in that job the software is not taking.
Why I am not recommending it: You would be starting most of it from nothing: about 12% of the durable work in that job is work you do today, and the rest you would be learning while the bills carried on. It is a pay cut, in those words: £29,715 against your £42,700, 30.4% less (ASHE Table 14.7a, 2025 provisional (both)). Retraining to earn less is a decision, not advice.
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Education managers
Why it looked obvious: It came up as a near neighbour because one of your tasks is on their list in the same words: “discuss educational activities, policies, and pupils' issues with parents and staff”. Across the whole of both lists that adds up to about 10% of the work in that job the software is not taking.
Why I am not recommending it: You would be starting most of it from nothing: about 10% of the durable work in that job is work you do today, and the rest you would be learning while the bills carried on.
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What I’d stop worrying about

A friend tells you what not to spend fear on. This is that list.

The headline number you read somewhere
The big “X% of jobs” figures are about the whole economy, not about you. The number that describes your job is on this page: 24% of its task weight, across 64 scored tasks. Every row behind it is printed above with the source. Check ours; ignore theirs.
The whole-job doom story
Nothing on this page says this job ends. It says the mix inside it moves. Half the rows above are unchanged or changing shape, and the plan is about which half your week sits in. That is a very different problem, and a solvable one.
Panic-buying a course
Do the twenty-minute sorting exercise first. Most people who buy a course before they have done it buy the wrong one, and the free services listed below will tell you the same thing without charging for it.
The “obvious” next job everyone suggests
I checked the obvious moves and most of them did not survive. The reasons are printed with the routes above, including the pay and the gate. A move that fails on the numbers is worth knowing about so you can stop turning it over at night.

If you run a team doing this job

If you run a team doing this job, the conversation you owe them is the one on this page, and sooner than feels comfortable. Show them the ledger rather than a reassurance: the rows moving toward the software are arranging grievance hearings or meetings, and the rows that are not are where you want your people visible. Ask each of them to do the this-week move and bring the list to your next one-to-one. It turns a rumour into a piece of work, and it tells you which parts of your team's week are actually at stake. And say the thing out loud that a team lead usually leaves unsaid: a shrinking team is your exposure too, so do the move yourself as well.

You are reading the United Kingdom figures

The United States splits this work across more than one official group, of which General and Operations Managers is the closest. The pay and employment figures are not directly comparable, and we do not average them together.

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The other groups this work is counted across:

Medical and Health Services Managers

In US official statistics this job is counted as General and Operations Managers and Medical and Health Services Managers. Pay is shown separately for each of those groups (medians cannot be averaged together), while the task list and the scores on this page are for this group only.

Your route through this

Where to go next, and what it costs

Free, and complete

The moves above cost nothing. These are the real services that go with them: public, government-funded, and free at the point of use. Nothing on this page is behind an email address or a payment.

In England:
National Careers Service
A free hour with a government-funded careers adviser is worth more than another evening of reading. In England that's the National Careers Service.
Free, government-funded
- Discover your skills and careers (the skills assessment)
In England:
National Careers Service - Find a course
Search what's actually running near you before you spend anything.
Free to search; individual courses vary
In England:
Free courses for jobs (Level 3 qualifications)
A free Level 3 qualification you already qualify for beats a paid course you don't need.
Free for eligible adults
In England:
Skills Bootcamps
Free, up to 16 weeks, and you get a job interview at the end. In England these are Skills Bootcamps - search what's running near you.
Free for eligible adults in England
- Skills Bootcamps - what they are and who can do them (DfE, Skills for Careers)
- Skills Bootcamps - JobHelp (DWP)
In Scotland:
My World of Work (Skills Development Scotland)
In Scotland it's My World of Work, from Skills Development Scotland.
Free, publicly funded
- Skills Development Scotland
In Wales:
Careers Wales
In Wales it's Careers Wales.
Free, Welsh Government-funded
In Northern Ireland:
Careers Service Northern Ireland
In Northern Ireland it's the Careers Service on nidirect.
Free, Department for the Economy-funded

No Space for this job, but one for what is happening to it

Nothing Collab365 runs is built for residential / day / domiciliary care managers / proprietors, and we are not going to point you at the nearest one and call it a fit.

There is one that is not about a job title at all. The AI Authority is about being the person who directs these tools at work rather than the person they get compared to. That is worth saying here, because 24% of the work on this page is already inside what they can do.

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7 days free, no card needed. Explore up to 2 Spaces before you choose a plan: you pick a plan later, not now.

The AI Authority is a general community about working with AI, not a course for residential / day / domiciliary care managers / proprietors. You do not need it to act on anything here: the moves above cost nothing and stand on their own. The data on this page is the same either way.

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No Space for residential / day / domiciliary care managers / proprietors yet. Should there be one?

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Questions people ask about this job

Will AI replace Residential, day and domiciliary care managers and proprietors?: Not as a job, but it is already doing parts of the work. Across the 64 official task statements scored for Residential, day and domiciliary care managers and proprietors (United Kingdom, SOC 1232), 24% of the importance-weighted core work is made of tasks today's AI could already do most of. The overall exposure score is 41 out of 100 (range 35–47, band: partial). That is a statement about tasks, not about headcount: this measures what AI could do, not whether any employer adopts it, whether the law allows it, or whether doing the routine parts faster creates more demand for the human parts. Figures are from release 2026-q4.1.
Which tasks in “Residential, day and domiciliary care managers and proprietors” can AI already do?: The highest-scoring tasks in release 2026-q4.1 are: “Prepare drafts of programme schedules and descriptions to estimate staffing and facility requirements” (93/100, very high); “Collect and analyse survey data to forecast enrolment patterns” (93/100, very high); “Arrange grievance hearings or meetings” (85/100, very high). Each score comes from five published 0–4 ratings turned into a number by a published formula, and each carries the model's one-sentence reason on the page.
Which tasks in “Residential, day and domiciliary care managers and proprietors” stay human?: About 48% of this job's task weight sits in work that scores low for AI exposure. The lowest-scoring tasks in release 2026-q4.1 are: “Inspect supplies, equipment, or work areas to ensure conformance to established standards” (0/100, minimal); “Provide comprehensive care and supervision for babies in childcare settings” (0/100, minimal); “Provide emotional support for patients and their families” (1/100, minimal). Low scores usually mean the task needs a body in a room, a legally accountable human, or trust built in real time. Those are the three things the scoring rubric treats as gates rather than obstacles.
What should someone working in “Residential, day and domiciliary care managers and proprietors” do about AI?: Start from the ledger rather than the headline: 24% of this job's weighted core work is exposed, and roughly 48% is not. The practical move is to spend more of your week on the tasks that score low, the ones above, and to get fluent at directing AI through the tasks that score high, because those are the parts that change whether or not you are ready for them. This page does not predict your job, and nothing here is career advice tailored to you: the score describes the occupation, not the person.
How is the AI exposure score for Residential, day and domiciliary care managers and proprietors calculated?: Each official task statement for the occupation is rated on five published 0–4 dimensions (output replicability, physical embodiment, licensed accountability, real-time human trust, and data availability) by claude-opus-5 using scoring prompt task_scoring_v1.0. The model never writes the score; a published formula turns the five ratings into a 0–100 number, so every score can be recomputed by hand. The occupation figure is the importance-weighted mean across 64 scored tasks. The prompt, the rubric, the formula and the full dataset are published at https://futureproof.collab365.com/method and https://futureproof.collab365.com/data/2026-q4.1 under CC BY 4.0.

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About the data on this page

Provisional, because the ONS revises this figure in the autumn.
This headcount comes from a survey, not a census, so treat it as a good estimate rather than an exact count.
The match between this job and its counterpart in the other country is partial, so the two pages count slightly different groups of people.
22 of this occupation's scored task statements carry a score that was measured under a different occupation's context, because the statement is shared between jobs and has only been scored once so far. Each one names the occupation it was measured under in the free routes below; none is presented as a measurement for this job.
Task clusters are not derived in this release, so the task-cluster field is empty and no Collab365 Space routing is attached to this occupation yet.

Task statements: gaisi-indexProcessing: catalogue-bridge → ssc-relatedness-weighting → task-scoring → score-aggregation
Task weights: gaisi-index (relatedness)
Scores: Rubric task_scoring_v1.0, model claude-opus-5, computed 2026-08-05.
Pay and employment: ashe-t14 (ASHE 2025 provisional (reference April 2025))nomis-aps (Apr 2025-Mar 2026 (latest APS 12-month period))

Figures on this page come from release 2026-q4.1, published 2026-08-05. Every release keeps its own permanent address, so a figure you cite in March is still there, unchanged, in November.

The plain-English wording on this page is assembled directly from the task statements and the published ratings, not written by hand for this occupation. That is why it is specific, and it is also why we say so.

The routes and free resources further up are today’s, not the release’s (last reviewed 2026-08-05). A route is an offer, not a historical fact, so it moves on its own clock.

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Collab365 (2026). Collab365 Futureproof: task-level AI exposure for US and UK occupations, release 2026-q4.1 (methodVersion 2.0.0, promptVersion task_scoring_v1.0). https://futureproof.collab365.com/data/2026-q4.1. Licensed CC BY 4.0. Built with O*NET data (USDOL/ETA, CC BY 4.0); ONS data (Open Government Licence v3.0); GAISI task framework (arXiv:2507.22748, MIT); BLS data (public domain).

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@misc{collab365futureproof2026q41,
  title        = {Collab365 Futureproof: task-level AI exposure for US and UK occupations, release 2026-q4.1},
  author       = {{Collab365}},
  year         = {2026},
  url          = {https://futureproof.collab365.com/data/2026-q4.1},
  note         = {Release 2026-q4.1, methodVersion 2.0.0, promptVersion task_scoring_v1.0, CC BY 4.0}
}

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