A model for delegation of accountability

PREFACE This paper has been developed by a working group of representatives from the professional bodies for the allied health professions and nursing *. The terminology used to describe this group of workers and their management, varies within and across professions and so for the purposes of this paper, the following terms have been used: Term used in this paper What the term covers or describes Support worker There is currently no national policy that determines a single name for this group of workers. Numerous titles exist to reflect the many and varied roles carried out and the plurality of employers.