Disability Assessor - Hybrid Remote

Functional Assessor (PIP / WCA) – Nurses, Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Paramedics and Pharmacists

£37,500 - £42,000 + bonus scheme and benefits

Location: Swindon

Hybrid remote roles available across England. If you live more than 60 minutes away from an office there may be the option to work primarily remotely.

Full and Part-time positions available

Everpool Recruitment is one of the UK's leading providers of permanent recruitment solutions to the Health and Social Care sector and we offer bespoke consultancy services to clients and candidates alike.

We are currently recruiting for hybrid remote Functional Assessors who would like a role that involves working from home and in the office with no weekends, bank holidays, or long shifts. Join an organisation dedicated to exceptional service and positive change. We foster a supportive and inclusive environment where you can thrive and make a difference.

Salary:

PIP Functional Assessor (3 assessments per day) - £37,500 - £39,500 + Excellent Bonus Scheme.

WCA Functional Assessor (5/6 shorter assessments per day) - £40,000 - £42,000 + Excellent Bonus Scheme

(Please note that each of the above roles are subject to availability and needs in each geographical area which may fluctuate over time. Ideally candidates need to be willing to do either of these roles. If someone has a strong preference for one over the other, we may be able to accommodate although this can’t be guaranteed)

Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm - Full-time and part-time positions available after full-time training period.

Salary and Benefits

Competitive Salary: £37,500 - £40,000 starting salary with £1000 increases after 6 and 12 months.
Generous Bonuses: Up to 10% for quality and performance.
Work-Life Balance: Enjoy 9am – 5pm hours with no nights or weekends.
Flexible Work Options: Full-time or part-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 6-week comprehensive training program 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:
We are specifically seeking:

Registered Adult Nurses (Adult, Mental Health, Learning Disability, General)
Occupational Therapists (Adult-focused)
Paramedics (Adult-focused)
Physiotherapists (Adult-focused)
Pharmacists (Adult-focused) Polite Note: Sponsorship is not available for these roles.
  
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.
How to Apply:

Email your application to (url removed) or apply via the link provided.

For questions or additional details please contact Jay Gibbons on (phone number removed) or (phone number removed). We look forward to receiving your application