Functional Assessor PIP (Full-time & Part-time)
Salary: From £37,800 per annum (pro-rated for part-time)
Location:Chester Hybrid options available
Contract: Full-time or Part-time
Start date: ASAP
About the Role
Are you a qualified healthcare professional looking for a new, rewarding direction in your career? We are seeking Registered Nurses, Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists and Paramedics to join our team of PIP Functional Assessors.
This role offers a unique opportunity to use your clinical expertise in a non-clinical settingcarrying out holistic assessments, reviewing medical evidence, and preparing detailed reports that help inform decisions on Personal Independence Payment (PIP) claims.
What Youll Be Doing
* Conducting face-to-face, telephone, or video assessments with claimants.
* Gathering a clear understanding of how an individuals health condition affects their daily life.
* Reviewing additional clinical information and medical evidence.
* Producing high-quality, evidence-based reportsno treatment, diagnosis, or clinical intervention required.
* Working within clear guidelines, supported by robust training and continuous professional development.
What Were Looking For
* Current registration with NMC / HCPC (Nurse, Physiotherapist, Occupational Therapist, or Paramedic).
* Minimum 1 year post-registration experience.
* Excellent communication, clinical reasoning, and report-writing skills.
* Comfortable working independently and managing time effectively.
* Empathetic, patient-centred approach with strong professional integrity.
What We Offer
* Starting salary from £37,800 (higher earnings available with progression).
* Full-time and part-time options to support worklife balance.
* Extensive training programme and ongoing clinical support.
* Opportunities for career development, including senior assessor and clinical mentor routes.
* Generous benefits package (organisation-specific benefits can be added).
* Hybrid and flexible working opportunities depending on location.
Why Join Us?
If youre seeking a role that values your clinical expertise but offers a better worklife balance, professional growth, and the chance to make a real impactthis could be the perfect move for you.
How to Apply
Click Apply Now and upload your CV.
We welcome applications from all suitably qualified healthcare professionals
* Professional Registration & Verification: This role is a regulated position requiring valid registration with the [NMC / GMC / HCPC]. Gaia Recruitment conducts rigorous background checks, including primary source verification of all qualifications and professional memberships.
* Legal Warning: Under the Fraud Act 2006, it is a criminal offence to dishonestly represent yourself as a registered medical professional or to provide falsified information on a CV to gain employment. Any attempt to apply for this role without the required legal qualifications or via the use of fraudulent documents will be reported to the relevant professional bodies.
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