Disability Assessor - full and part-time roles available

Posted 13 hours 27 minutes ago by Everpool Recruitment

Permanent
Full Time
Other
Gloucestershire, Bristol, United Kingdom, BS153
Job Description
Disability Assessor - full and part time roles available

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

£40,000 - £42,000 + bonus scheme and benefits

Location: Bristol

Hybrid remote roles available across the south of England.

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

We are currently recruiting hybrid remote Disability 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 Disability Assessor (3 assessments per day) - £40,000 - £42,000 + Excellent Bonus Scheme.
  • WCA Disability Assessor (5/6 shorter assessments per day) - £42,000 - £43,000 + Excellent Bonus Scheme.

(Each role is subject to availability and needs in each geographical area. Candidates should be willing to undertake either role; a strong preference may be accommodated where possible.)

Hours

Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm. Part time hours are available (after full time training) for the PIP role but not for the WCA role.

Salary and Benefits
  • Competitive Salary: £40,000 starting salary for PIP with £1,000 increases after 6 and 12 months and £42,000 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 PIP role ONLY.
  • 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.
  • Polite Note: Sponsorship is not available for these roles.
How to Apply

Email your application to or apply via the provided link. For questions or additional details please contact Jay Gibbons on or . We look forward to receiving your application!