Functional Assessor WCA - Part time - passed training

Functional Assessor - July - WCA - Part time - (5% bonus when passed training)

Functional Assessor (WCA)

Location: Slough

Salary: £38,400 - (4 days) (rising at 12 months - Performance based); £28,800 - (3 days) (rising at 12 months - Performance based)

Position: Nurses | OTs | Physios | Part-time – Hybrid

What You’ll Do:

• Conduct detailed Work capability assessments via telephone, video, or face-to-face appointments, focusing on how health conditions affect day-to-day life and ability to work.
• Use your clinical judgment to evaluate a wide range of physical, cognitive, and mental health conditions.
• Review medical evidence and gather in-depth clinical histories through structured, empathetic conversations.
• Produce clear, objective medical reports that support benefit entitlement decisions.
• Collaborate with a supportive multidisciplinary team, sharing expertise and ensuring best practice.
• Utilise modern systems and technology to document findings efficiently while maintaining accuracy and professionalism.

Paid Training:

• Full Training Provided: 12 weeks of paid, structured training – covering assessment skills, DWP guidelines, and report writing.

Who Can Apply (Must Have All):

• Registered Nurse, OT, Physio
• Minimum 1-year post-registration experience in an adult setting
• NMC/HCPC registered
• Full right to work in the UK (no visa sponsorship available)
• Strong clinical knowledge of long-term conditions and functional assessment
• Excellent written communication and objective report writing skills
• Confident IT skills – ability to talk, type, and navigate multiple systems simultaneously

Benefits:

• Hybrid working
• Performance bonus up to 10%
• Monday – Friday – no weekends, nights or bank holidays
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays (buy up to 5 extra)
• Brilliant perks: pension, retail discounts, BUPA helpline, wellbeing support, volunteering day, Share Save scheme
• Clear career progression with ongoing training
• Plus, many more benefits