Functional Assessor

Serco Group Plc; Deutschland; Hybrid; EUR 37.000 - 49.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Holidays 25 days + bank holidays

Hybrid working

Training bonus 5%

Quarterly 10% bonus

Reimbursement of subscriptions

Comprehensive training program

Wellbeing support

Employee discounts

Volunteer day

Employee networks

Zusammenfassung

Serco Group plc is recruiting for a Functional Assessor to support the Health Assessment Advisory Service for the Department for Work and Pensions. The role involves conducting functional health assessments, speaking with customers, and producing reports that inform decisions, while upholding high standards of accuracy and empathy.

You will work with registered professionals from nursing, therapy, and pharmacy backgrounds, and will complete required security checks before starting.

Qualifikationen

• One year of post-registration experience as a Nurse (RGN, RMN, RNLD), Occupational Therapist, Physiotherapist, Paramedic or Pharmacist.
• Full registration with a relevant UK regulatory body (NMC, HCPC or equivalent), with an active PIN and no restrictions.
• Strong communication and listening skills, with the ability to write concise, accurate reports.
• Good IT skills and the ability to work efficiently under time pressures.
• All roles require successful completion of the full pre-employment security screening, including Enhanced DBS.

Aufgaben

• Speak with customers by phone, face to face or online.
• Carry out functional health assessments and gather accurate, detailed information.
• Consult with treating healthcare professionals where appropriate.
• Produce fair, high-quality reports on behalf of the Department for Work and Pensions.

Kenntnisse

Communication skills

Report writing

IT skills

Time management

Ausbildung

NMC / HCPC registration PIN

Jobbeschreibung

As a Functional Assessor in our Health Assessment Advisory Service team, you'll carry out meaningful work on behalf of the Department for Work and Pensions to understand how a person's health condition affects their daily life. Through fair, comprehensive assessments, you'll help create a positive impact for millions of people. This role gives Registered Nurses (RGN, RMN & RNLD), Physiotherapists, Paramedics, Occupational Therapists and Pharmacists the chance to use your clinical expertise in a new way. You'll be part of a supportive, purpose-led environment where your work contributes to improved outcomes, simpler processes, and a better future for customers and communities.

What you'll do as a Functional Assessor

• Speak with customers by phone, face to face or online.
• Carry out functional health assessments and gather accurate, detailed information.
• Consult with treating healthcare professionals where appropriate.
• Produce fair, high-quality reports on behalf of the Department for Work and Pensions.
• Use your observational, communication and note-taking skills to ensure every customer is treated with care and respect.
• One year of post-registration experience as a Nurse (RGN, RMN, RNLD), Occupational Therapist, Physiotherapist, Paramedic or Pharmacist.
• Full registration with a relevant UK regulatory body (NMC, HCPC or equivalent), with an active PIN and no restrictions.
• Strong communication and listening skills, with the ability to write concise, accurate reports.
• Good IT skills and the ability to work efficiently under time pressures.
• All our Functional Assessors must successfully complete the full pre-employment security screening process, including an Enhanced DBS check, before starting in role.

Discover all you need to keep growing

We're one of the top 1% of international employers, so you can have confidence you'll be part of a highly supportive culture with leaders you can count on to help you achieve your goals. From mentoring and training to our focus on internal progression, we're proud to offer clear development opportunities - and the support and tools to help you seize them.

What we offer

• Holidays: 25 days plus bank holidays (and the option to buy up to five additional leave days each year).
• Pension: Up to 6% contributory pension scheme.
• Hybrid working opportunities: Functional Assessors have the opportunity to work from home and the assessment centre.
• Training Bonus: A one off 5% bonus upon becoming an approved assessor with the DWP.
• Quarterly Bonus: A 10% performance-based bonus scheme, once you're an approved Functional Assessor.
• Registration costs: We'll reimburse you for your professional subscription fees and support you with your revalidation.
• Training and development: A comprehensive training programme is provided before undertaking assessments independently. Huge opportunities for CPD including over 1,100 internal courses available, funding for qualifications and apprenticeships, mentoring opportunities, and a focus on internal progression.
• Health and wellbeing: Employee Assistance Programme, Bupa Anytime HealthLine, wellbeing app, 30% off at Serco-managed leisure centres, and 24/7 access to a virtual GP service.
• Discounts: Discounts across around 1,000 retailers, from food and clothing to days out, entertainment and travel.
• Charity: Paid volunteering day, tax-free charitable giving through Payroll Giving Scheme, donate your pennies from your monthly pay to the Serco People Fund Charity.
• Employee networks: Our networks support inclusion and connection by providing spaces for collaboration, learning, and belonging. They represent and empower all our colleagues including LGBTQIA+ employees, women, parents and carers, people with disabilities, veterans, and people from all cultural backgrounds.

Inclusive Recruitment Commitment

We prioritise your skills and potential. As a Disability Confident Leader, a top Great British Employer of Veterans, and a Gold Inclusive Employer Standard holder, we champion equal opportunities for all.

We offer flexible and hybrid working where possible and make reasonable adjustments throughout recruitment and employment.

Bias and Crime‑Related Supports

We also support fair access for those with unspent criminal convictions through our 'Ban the Box' pledge (some roles may have security exemptions).