Disability Assessor - Lewes - Part time hours available
Disability Assessor (PIP/WCA) – Nurses, Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Paramedics and Pharmacists
Salary
* PIP - £45,000 starting salary with £1,000 increases after 6 and 12 months (dependent on performance) + Excellent Bonus Scheme
* WCA - £48,000 starting salary + £1,000 increase at 12 months (dependent on performance) + Excellent Bonus Scheme
Hours
Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm. Full-time positions available after full-time training period.
Benefits
* Generous Bonuses: Up to 10% for quality and performance.
* Work-Life Balance: 9am – 5pm hours with no nights or weekends.
* Flexible Work Options: Full-time roles available.
* 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).
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 Program
Successful candidates will complete a 12-week comprehensive training program covering:
* 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 are essential.
Sponsorship is not available for these roles.
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