Functional Assessor (PIP / WCA) – Nurses, Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Paramedics and Pharmacists
Salary:£47,000 + bonus scheme and benefits
Location: Hitchin. Hybrid remote roles available across the south of England.
Hours
Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm.
Salary and Benefits
* Competitive Salary:£47,000 starting salary for PIP with £1,000 increases after 6 and 12 months
* 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
* ShareSave Scheme: Participate in our ShareSave 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)
Training Program
Successful candidates will complete a 12‑week comprehensive training programme 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)
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
* Skills: Strong communication, effective assessment skills, proficient at typing/report‑writing, and excellent IT skills
Sponsorship not available for these roles.
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