Functional Assessor - WCA - £42,000

Posted 3 hours 55 minutes ago by Everpool Recruitment

£42,000 Annual
Permanent
Full Time
Other
Surrey, Frimley, United Kingdom, GU167
Job Description
Functional Assessor - WCA - Nurses, Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists

£42,000 + bonus scheme and benefits

Location: Frimley

Hybrid remote roles available across south England.

Salary and Benefits
  • Generous Bonuses: 5% on-off bonus when you get approved after training and up to 10% for quality and performance.
  • Work-Life Balance: Enjoy 9am - 5pm hours with no nights or weekends.
  • 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: Analyze 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 (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)
  • Physiotherapists (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.