Functional Assessor
Salary: £39,500 - £48,000
Additional pay & bonuses:
Guaranteed £2,000 salary uplift within your first year (subject to approval milestones and contract)
One‑off approval bonus of 5% of salary
Up to 10% annual performance bonus based on quality and performanceWorking pattern:
Full‑time, Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm
Part‑time hours available
Make a real difference in healthcare - without the shift work
About the role
As a Functional Assessor, you'll use your clinical expertise in a new and rewarding way, carrying out functional assessments that support individuals applying for health‑related benefits. This role allows you to apply your clinical judgement while enjoying regular working hours, no night shifts, and no weekend work.
You'll be part of a supportive, multidisciplinary team delivering high‑quality, evidence‑based assessments. Based at one of our UK centres, you'll benefit from a structured working environment, comprehensive training, and clear career development pathways.
What you'll do
Conduct functional assessments and produce clear, accurate, high‑quality reports
Use clinical judgement to assess a wide range of physical and mental health conditions
Work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals
Maintain accurate records in line with clinical governance and quality standards
Engage in ongoing training, CPD, and clinical supervision
Deliver assessments with empathy, professionalism, and integrity
What you'll need
To apply, you must:
Be a registered healthcare professional (Nurse, Physiotherapist, Occupational Therapist, Paramedic, or Pharmacist)
Have at least 12 months' post‑registration experience within the last 5 years
Have no current restrictions to practice
Demonstrate strong communication, assessment, and report‑writing skills
Your benefits
We believe in rewarding your contribution and supporting your wellbeing:
Competitive salary with £1,000 uplift after 6 months (PIP only) and £1,000 after 12 months, subject to approval
One‑off 5% approval bonus
Up to 10% annual bonus based on performance and quality
25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays (option to buy additional days)
4 CPD days per year, plus 1:1 clinical coaching and development support
Annual professional registration fees paid
Flexible working patterns and life‑friendly hours
Access to the Wisdom Wellbeing App, counselling, and mental health support
Pension scheme with up to 6% employer contribution
Discounts on cinema, travel, mobile contracts, and more
Why SJB Medical?
SJB Medical brings together specialist healthcare recruitment and clinical expertise to provide a unique resourcing service to the healthcare sector. We pride ourselves on supporting candidates throughout their recruitment journey and beyond. We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion, ensuring a fair and supportive recruitment process for all.
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