Functional Assessor Hybrid

Functional Assessor
- Monday to Friday Fixed Hours
- Hybrid Working
- Newport

Adult Disability Assessor (PIP / WCA) – Nurses, Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Paramedics and Pharmacists

Salary:£45,000 - £48,000 (+ bonus - performance based) & benefits
Location:Newport – Hybrid (home & office)
Hours:Fixed Monday to Friday, 9am–5pm – no weekends or bank holidays
Part-time options available (3-4 days)

We are currently recruiting for hybrid remote Functional Assessors who would like a role that involves working from home and in the office with no weekends, bank holidays, or long shifts. Join an organisation dedicated to exceptional service and positive change. We foster a supportive and inclusive environment where you can thrive and make a difference.

Salary:
PIP Functional Assessor (3 assessments per day) - £45,000 + Excellent Bonus Scheme.
WCA Disability Assessor (5/6 shorter assessments per day) - £48,000 + Excellent Bonus Scheme

Hours:Fixed Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm.

Benefits:

• Competitive Salary:starting salary with £1000 increases after 6 and 12 months (performance based)
• Generous Bonuses:5% when approved after training and up to 10% annually for quality and performance.
• Work-Life Balance:Enjoy 9am – 5pm hours with no nights or weekends.
• Annual Leave:25 days plus bank holidays, with an option to purchase up to 5 additional days.
• Pension Scheme:Up to 6% contributory pension scheme.
• Career Progression:Excellent internal advancement opportunities.
• Employee Discounts:Discounts at around 1,000 retailers.
• Health & Wellbeing:Comprehensive benefits including 24/7 Employee Assistance, a wellbeing app, BUPA Anytime Helpline, and more.
• Share Save Scheme:Participate in our Share Save scheme.
• Volunteering Day:Paid day off each year for volunteering.

Role Overview:

• Conduct Assessments:Evaluate claimants' health and/or work capabilities via phone and face-to-face assessments.
• Review Evidence:analyse medical evidence, health questionnaires, and daily living activities.
• Compile Reports:Produce detailed reports for the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP).

Paid Training Program:
Successful candidates will complete a 12-week comprehensive training program
covering (amongst other things):

• Assessment Techniques:Best practices for accurate evaluations.
• DWP Guidelines:Requirements and guidelines of the Department for Work and Pensions.
• Report Writing:Skills for detailed and objective reporting.

Who We Need:

• Registered Adult Nurses
  (Adult, Mental Health, Learning Disability, General)
• Occupational Therapists
  (Adult-focused)
• Paramedics
  (Adult-focused)
• Physiotherapists
  (Adult-focused)
• Pharmacists
  (Adult-focused)

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Note:

Sponsorship is not available for these roles.

Requirements:

• Experience:Minimum of 1-year post-registration recent experience in a relevant adult setting
• Registration:Must have at least 1 year of active registration (NMC or HCPC or GPHC registration)
• Skills:Strong communication, effective assessment skills, proficient at typing/report-writing, and excellent IT skills are essential.