Clinical Assessor - Luton - Part time hours available
Hybrid remote Functional Assessors for PIP (Personal Independence Payment) and WCA (Work Capability Assessment) roles are sought for healthcare professionals including nurses, occupational therapists, physiotherapists, paramedics and pharmacists. Positions are available across England with full‑time hours (Monday to Friday, 9:00 am‑5:00 pm) after a full‑time training period, and no weekends or bank holidays.
Salary & Benefits
* Salary: PIP Functional Assessor (£40,850 starting salary + £1,000 increase at 6 and 12 months + Excellent Bonus Scheme); WCA Functional Assessor (£43,750 starting salary + £1,000 increase at 12 months + Excellent Bonus Scheme)
* Generous Bonuses: Up to 10% for quality and performance
* Work‑life Balance: 9 am–5 pm with no nights or weekends
* Annual Leave: 25 days plus bank holidays; option to purchase up to 5 additional days
* Pension Scheme: Up to 6% contributory pension scheme
* Career Progression: Excellent internal advancement opportunities
* Other Benefits: Employee discounts at ~1,000 retailers; ShareSave scheme; paid day off for volunteering; comprehensive health & wellbeing services (24/7 Employee Assistance, wellbeing app, BUPA Anytime Helpline)
Role Overview
* Conduct Assessments: Evaluate claimants’ health and/or work capabilities via telephone 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).
Example Tasks
* Interview claimants to understand their health conditions and daily challenges.
* Review medical records and write comprehensive reports.
* Provide recommendations based on thorough assessments.
Training Programme
* 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 with NMC or HCPC.
* 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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