Functional Assessor - Bristol - Nurse

SJB Medical; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 37,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare staffing company is looking for a Functional Assessor in Bristol. This full-time role combines clinical expertise with impactful assessments, enabling professionals to help individuals access the support they need. The position offers a competitive salary, bonuses, and extensive benefits including flexible working patterns and development pathways.

Benefits

Competitive salary with incremental increases

Up to 10% annual bonus

25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays

Clinical coaching and development pathways

Flexible working hours

Mental health support and counseling

Pension scheme with employer contribution

Discounts on cinema and travel

Qualifications

• Must be a registered healthcare professional with at least 12 months' post-registration experience in the last 5 years.
• No restrictions to practice.

Responsibilities

• Conducting functional assessments and producing high-quality reports.
• Using clinical judgement to evaluate a range of health conditions.
• Collaborating with a supportive team of healthcare professionals.

Skills

Clinical judgement

Effective communication

Empathy

Education

Registered Nurse

Learning Disability Nurse

Mental Health Nurse

Job description

Overview

Functional Assessor

£37,500 - £45,500 + bonus + benefits depending on the location and contract.

Hours: Full-time, Hybrid, Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm.

Make a real difference in healthcare - without the shift work

Make a real difference in healthcare by conducting functional assessments that help people access the support they need. This role blends clinical knowledge with purpose-driven impact, offering opportunities to grow your career while making a meaningful difference to people’s lives.

You’ll be part of a multidisciplinary team delivering high-quality assessments for individuals applying for health-related benefits. If you’re based at one of our UK centres, you’ll enjoy a structured, supportive environment with clear pathways for development.

About the role

As a Functional Assessor, you'll use your clinical expertise in a new and rewarding way—conducting functional assessments that help people access the support they need. It's a role that blends clinical knowledge with purpose-driven impact, giving you the chance to grow your career while making a meaningful difference to people's lives.

You'll be part of a multidisciplinary team delivering high-quality assessments for individuals applying for health-related benefits. If you're based at one of our UK centres, you'll enjoy a structured, supportive environment with clear pathways for development.

Responsibilities

• Conducting functional assessments and producing high-quality reports
• Using your clinical judgement to evaluate a wide range of health conditions
• Collaborating with a supportive team of healthcare professionals
• Maintaining accurate records and adhering to clinical governance standards
• Engaging in continuous professional development and training
• Delivering assessments with empathy, integrity and professionalism

Qualifications

To apply, you must be a registered healthcare professional (Registered Nurse, Learning Disability Nurse or Mental health Nurse) with at least 12 months' post-registration experience in the last 5 years and no restrictions to practice.

Your benefits

We believe in rewarding your contribution and supporting your wellbeing:

• Competitive salary with incremental increases at 6 and 12 months
• Up to 10% annual bonus based on quality and performance
• 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays (with option to buy more)
• 4 days CPD per year + 1:1 clinical coaching and development pathways
• Annual registration fees paid
• Flexible working patterns and life-friendly hours
• Access to Wisdom Wellbeing App, counselling, and mental health support
• Pension scheme with up to 6% employer contribution
• Discounts on cinema, travel, mobile, and more

Why sjb medical?

sjb medical's vision is simple yet unique: to bring search and selection, and medical expertise together to provide a unique resourcing service to the healthcare sector. We take pride and great care in providing our healthcare candidates with the best possible support throughout their recruitment journey. We understand that a diverse workforce is essential to our clients' success and promotion of equality, diversity and fairness in our recruitment process is paramount.

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