Disability Assessor - £45,000 - £48,000

Posted 6 days 18 hours ago by Everpool Recruitment

£45,000 - £48,000 Annual
Permanent
Full Time
Other
Bedfordshire, Luton, United Kingdom, LU1 1
Job Description

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

£45,000 - £48,000 + bonus scheme and benefits

Location: Luton - Hybrid remote roles available across the south of England.

We are recruiting 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.

Starting Salary:

  • PIP Functional Assessor (3 assessments per day): £45,000 + Excellent Bonus Scheme.
  • WCA Functional Assessor (5/6 shorter assessments per day): £48,000 + Excellent Bonus Scheme.
  • Each role is subject to availability and needs in each geographical area which may fluctuate over time. Candidates should be willing to do either role. Preference for one role can be considered but is not guaranteed.
  • Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm. Part time hours available (after full time training) for the WCA role.
Salary and Benefits
  • Competitive Salary: £45,000 starting salary for PIP with £1,000 increases after 6 and 12 months and £48,000 starting salary for WCA with a £1,000 increase after 12 months.
  • Generous Bonuses: 5% when approved after training and up to 10% annually for quality and performance.
  • Work Life Balance: 9am - 5pm hours with no nights or weekends. Part time hours (after full time training period) are available for the WCA role.
  • 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).
Training Program

Successful candidates will complete a 12 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
  • 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.
  • Skills: Strong communication, effective assessment skills, proficient at typing/report writing, and excellent IT skills are essential.
How to Apply

Email your application to or apply via the link provided.

For questions or additional details please contact Jay Gibbons on or . We look forward to receiving your application.