Disability Assessor

Everpool Recruitment; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 37,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health recruitment agency is looking for a Disability Assessor based in Cambridge. The role combines home and office work, offering a competitive salary of £37,500 to £42,000 along with an excellent bonus scheme. Candidates must have relevant nursing or health professional qualifications and strong assessment skills. This position guarantees a work-life balance with Monday to Friday hours, and requires evaluating claimants and producing detailed reports.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Generous Bonuses

Work-Life Balance

Annual Leave

Pension Scheme

Career Progression

Employee Discounts

Health & Wellbeing

ShareSave Scheme

Volunteering Day

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1-year post-registration experience in a relevant adult setting.
• Must have at least 1 year of active registration with NMC or HCPC.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate claimants' health and/or work capabilities via phone and face-to-face assessments.
• Analyze medical evidence and daily living activities.
• Produce detailed reports for the Department for Work and Pensions.

Skills

Strong communication

Effective assessment skills

Proficient at typing/report-writing

Excellent IT skills

Education

Registered Nurse or relevant health professional certification

Job description

Overview

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

GBP37,500 - GBP42,000 + bonus scheme and benefits

Location: Cambridge a mix of home and office based.

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 we offer bespoke consultancy services to clients and candidates alike.

We are currently recruiting for 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 who foster a supportive and inclusive environment where you can thrive and make a difference.

Salary

PIP Functional Assessor (3 assessments per day) - GBP37,500 - GBP39,500 + Excellent Bonus Scheme.

WCA Functional Assessor (5/6 shorter assessments per day) - GBP40,000 - GBP42,000 + 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

Salary and Benefits

• Competitive Salary: GBP37,500 - GBP40,000 starting salary with GBP1000 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.
• 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

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.