Nurse, Healthcare Nursing

Gaia Recruitment is recruiting experienced Registered Nurses into permanent health assessment roles in London, working with one of the DWP's Health Assessment Advisory Service providers. You'll carry out health assessments for people applying for health-related benefits, using your clinical judgement to produce clear, evidence-based reports that help inform fair decisions. This is a genuine career move for nurses who want a better work–life balance, structured training, and a competitive salary – with an additional bonus of up to 10% on top.

Carrying out health assessments by telephone, video or face to face Listening carefully and taking a thorough history of each person's health condition and how it affects daily life Applying your clinical knowledge to assess functional ability across physical and mental health conditions Writing clear, accurate, evidence-based reports to the required quality standards Treating every claimant with empathy, dignity and professionalism Taking part in ongoing audit, feedback and professional development NMC registration:
Registered Nurse (RGN, RMN or RNLD) with a live, unrestricted NMC registration

Experience:

At least 1 year of post-registration experience Clinical breadth:
Broad clinical knowledge across a range of physical and mental health conditions Communication:
Strong communication and listening skills, with the confidence to manage sensitive conversations Report writing:
Good IT skills and the ability to write concise, well-reasoned reports Vetting:
Ability to pass enhanced vetting and background checks Financial
* Bonus Scheme:
Up to a 10% quarterly discretionary bonus (paid quarterly). Pension & Insurance:
Private pension scheme, private medical insurance, life assurance, and access to a private GP service. Referral Bonus: for recommending colleagues. Perks & Discounts:
Online shopping discounts and various financial/lifestyle options (including salary finance and employee assistance programs). Work-Life Balance & Leave
* Predictable

Hours:

No routine nights, weekends, or unsociable shift work, offering a more structured routine compared to traditional bedside or clinical shifts. Holiday Entitlement: 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, with the option to buy additional days. Family Leave:
Enhanced maternity and parental leave provisions. Training & Professional Development
* Paid Training & Accreditation:
Paid, structured training programs to achieve formal DWP accreditation. CPD & Registration:
Supported and paid Continuing Professional Development (CPD), plus reimbursement of professional registration fees (NMC, HCPC, etc.).

- Hours:

Monday to Friday, daytime – no nights, weekends or on-call
- Why apply through Gaia Recruitment? - Honest, expert advice from a team that knows the role and the providers
- Interview and assessment preparation tailored to the role
- Support throughout vetting and onboarding

- How to apply:

- Apply today with your up-to-date CV and one of our specialist consultants will be in touch to talk you through the role, the salary and the next steps.

- Interested but want to know more first? Get in touch – we're always happy to have an informal, confidential chat.

- Gaia Recruitment Ltd is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.