Who am I?
Tools of the trade
Who says it?
Job skills
Job Facts & Vocabulary
100

People usually call me when they have a problem with their teeth. I examine their mouth and sometimes remove a tooth. 

a dentist

100

A stethoscope and a syringe are used by which professional?

a doctor or a nurse

100

“Take these tablets twice a day, preferably after meals.”

a doctor / a pharmacist

100

You need to be patient, observant and good with animals. You might work with dogs, cats and other pets. You also need to be comfortable giving injections and treating injuries.

a vet

100

What is the opposite of employed?

unemployed

200

I don't usually work in an office. I spend a lot of time outside and use my hands to build or repair things. I often wear a helmet for safety.

a builder / construction worker

200

A ladle, frying pan, and knife are commonly used by which worker?

a cook / chef

200

“The plants need more sunlight, but you shouldn’t water them too often.”

a gardener

200

You need to be brave, physically fit and calm in dangerous situations. You might have to rescue people from burning buildings, car accidents or floods.

a firefighter / rescue worker

200

What do we call the money you receive for doing your job?

salary/ pay

300

I don't usually meet my customers face-to-face. I use code to create websites or applications. When something goes wrong, I have to find and fix the problem.

programmer / software developer 

300

A microscope, test tubes, laboratory equipment, and calculator are usually used by which professional?

a scientist

300

"Please remain seated until the aircraft has come to a complete stop."

a flight attendant

300

You need to be creative, good at drawing and comfortable using computer software. You design the visual appearance of websites, posters or advertisements.

a graphic designer

300

Name three jobs where people usually wear a uniform.

police officer/ firefighter/ nurse/ pilot...

400

People come to me when they want to buy or sell a house. I show them different properties, answer their questions and help them with the sale.

an estate agent 

400

A hose, helmet, and an axe are used by which worker?

a firefighter

400

“I’ve finished the first version of the article. Could you check it for mistakes?”

a journalist

400

You need excellent communication skills because you often speak to large audiences. You must be good at negotiating when people disagree and at explaining your ideas clearly. You also need to work under pressure because your decisions can affect many people.

a politician

400

What do we call a person who works for a company?

an employee

500

I work with medicines, but I’m not a doctor. People often visit me after seeing a doctor because they need to get their prescription.

pharmacist 

500

Who uses a pitchfork, shovel, and wheelbarrow?

a farmer

500

“I’ve checked the contract carefully. There are a few things you should change before you sign it.”

a lawyer

500

You need to be comfortable around insects and work outdoors. You look after colonies, collect honey and make sure the insects are healthy.

a beekeeper

500

What do we call a person who is looking for a job?

a job seeker/ job hunter