Functional Assessor - Holsworthy

Advo Health; Torridge District; Hybrid; GBP 39,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Functional Assessor to join their team. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the functional and disability assessments process, impacting the lives of countless individuals. With a hybrid working model, you will enjoy a balanced work-life while receiving competitive compensation and support for your professional development. The organization prides itself on a clinically-led ethos, ensuring you are backed by experienced professionals. If you're a healthcare professional looking for a fulfilling career change, this is your chance to make a difference.

Benefits

25 days annual leave (+ bank holidays)

Company sick-pay

Flexible/part-time working

DWP-approved training

Discounts and perks

Charity time gifting

Free physio and wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 months post-registration experience in healthcare.
• Full registration with NMC, HCPC, or GPhC required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct consultations via phone, video, or in-person.
• Assess complex conditions and write accurate reports.

Skills

Verbal Communication

Report Writing

Consultation Skills

Education

Nursing Registration (RGN, RMN, RNLD)

Paramedic Qualification

Physiotherapy Degree

Pharmacy Degree

Occupational Therapy Qualification

Tools

Specialized IT System

Job description

Functional Assessor - Holsworthy

Are you a healthcare professional looking for a company that shares your values? Embrace a new work-life balance as a Functional Assessor, working 50% in clinic and 50% at home. With a rewarding salary starting at £39,500, you will receive annual pay reviews in line with your performance. Your support structure will be made up of people who know and understand what it is like to do the role, meaning you will benefit from a clinically-led business.

Advo is a healthcare organisation through and through, with clinicians working in our highest management positions and shaping our group ethos. With more than 10 years of experience delivering government assessment services and a commitment to professional development and training, Advo is an established provider and one of the best places to work as an assessor in the UK.

About the role

Play a crucial role in the functional and disability assessments process, a service that touches the lives of millions of people in the UK. You will work autonomously to assess the cases of people applying for the Personal Independence Payment (PIP) benefit or a Work Capability Assessment (WCA) as part of the DWP's Health Assessment and Advisory Services (HAAS).

This will involve holding consultations and writing fair and accurate reports. You will only work to assess people for PIP or WCA, not both. During your application process, we will advise you on which service you will work on and discuss your training requirements.

You do not need prior experience as a Functional Assessor. We support your career change with our accredited training programme and dedicated support structure.

Salary and benefits

• Between £39,500 and £41,500 per annum (depending on location)
• Annual salary reviews
• Cost of professional membership covered by us
• Work-life balance through hybrid/remote working patterns
• 25 days annual leave (+ bank holidays)
• Company sick-pay (up to an annual cap)
• Flexible/part-time working & family-friendly ethos
• DWP-approved training and support programme
• Discounts and perks
• Charity time gifting
• Extra cash rewards and incentives
• Free physio and wellbeing support

Key responsibilities

1. Holding consultations via telephone, video, or in-person with individuals applying for PIP or WCA
2. Assessing complex conditions and impairments
3. Using strong verbal communication skills to write high-quality, fair, and accurate assessment reports using a specialized IT system
4. Collaborating with line managers to develop your professional skills and career as a Functional Assessor

Essential experience and qualifications

Minimum of 12 months post-registration experience as a Nurse (RGN, RMN, RNLD), Paramedic, Physiotherapist, Pharmacist, or Occupational Therapist.

You must hold full registration with one of the following professional bodies:

• Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC)
• Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
• General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)

Advo Health aims to be a workplace that fosters a sense of belonging for everyone. We actively promote equal opportunities across all activities, including recruitment.

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