Disability Assessor - Weston -Super-Mare - October start

Everpool Recruitment; Weston-super-Mare; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work options

25 days annual leave

Pension up to 6%

Job summary

Everpool Recruitment is seeking Disability Assessors for Weston-super-Mare with an October start. Hybrid remote roles are available across England, with full-time hours and no weekends. The role involves working from home and in the office as needed.

You will conduct assessments via phone and face-to-face, review evidence, and compile reports for the DWP after a 12-week training program. Strong communication, clinical experience in adults, and IT/report-writing skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year post-registration experience in an adult setting.
• Active registration with NMC or HCPC for at least 1 year.
• Strong communication, assessment skills, typing/report-writing and IT skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct phone and face-to-face assessments to evaluate health and work capabilities.
• Review medical evidence and health questionnaires to inform reports.
• Produce detailed reports for the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP).

Skills

Disability assessments

Communication

Assessment skills

Typing/report-writing

IT skills

Job description

Disability Assessor - Weston -Super-Mare - October start

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

Hybrid remote roles available across England.

Full time positions available

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 Functional Assessors who would like a role that involves working from home and in the office with no weekends, bank holidays, or long shifts.

Salary:

• PIP - £40,000 starting salary with £1000 increases after 6 and 12 months (dependent on performance) + 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 - Full-time positions available after full-time training period.

Salary and Benefits

• Competitive Salary:
• PIP - £40,000 starting salary with £1000 increases after 6 and 12 months (dependent on performance) + Excellent Bonus Scheme
• Generous Bonuses: Up to 10% for quality and performance.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy 9am - 5pm hours with no nights or weekends.
• Flexible Work Options: Full-time or part-time roles available.
• 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).

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)
• 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.

About Us:

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