Functional Assessor - Hybrid working - £48k + Bonus Structure

Everpool Recruitment; Luton; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

5% approval bonus

Up to 10% performance bonus

£2k bonus at 6 months

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Pension

Job summary

Everpool Recruitment seeks a Functional Assessor for hybrid working in Luton, £48,000 salary with a £1,000 raise at 12 months and performance bonuses. You will conduct disability assessments by telephone or face-to-face, review medical evidence, and write clear medical reports to support entitlement decisions, while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team on structured, weekday hours.

Paid training is provided, with progression opportunities, generous holiday allowance and a comprehensive

Qualifications

• Must beRegistered Nurse, OT or Physio.
• 1 year post-registration experience in an adult setting.
• NMC/HCPC registered.
• Full right to work in the UK (no visa sponsorship available).
• Strong clinical knowledge of long-term conditions and functional assessment.
• Excellent written communication and objective report writing skills.
• Confident IT skills – ability to talk, type, and navigate multiple systems simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed disability assessments via telephone or face-to-face appointments, focusing on how health conditions affect day to day activities, functional ability and work related activities - (WCA).
• Use your clinical judgment to evaluate a wide range of physical, cognitive, and mental health conditions.
• Review medical evidence and gather in-depth clinical histories through structured, empathetic conversations.
• Produce clear, objective medical reports that support benefit entitlement decisions.
• Collaborate with a supportive multidisciplinary team, sharing expertise and ensuring best practice.
• Utilise modern systems and technology to document findings efficiently while maintaining accuracy and professionalism.

Skills

Written communication

Report writing

IT skills

Clinical assessment

Education

NMC/HCPC registered

1 year post-registration experience

Job description

Functional Assessor - Hybrid working - Bonus Structure

Functional Assessor
Location: Luton
Salary: £48,000 (rising by £1,000 at 12 months - Performance based)
WCA Assessments
Nurses | OTs | Physios |
Full Time – Hybrid - Monday-Friday, 9-5 (Part time available - 3/4 days - Hybrid)

Looking for a better work–life balance while continuing to use your clinical expertise?
Become a Functional Assessor – a clinical role focused on high-quality assessments, structured hours, and genuine career development.

What You’ll Do:

• Conduct detailed disability assessments via telephone or face-to-face appointments, focusing on how health conditions affect day to day activities, functional ability and work related activities - (WCA).
• Use your clinical judgment to evaluate a wide range of physical, cognitive, and mental health conditions.
• Review medical evidence and gather in-depth clinical histories through structured, empathetic conversations.
• Produce clear, objective medical reports that support benefit entitlement decisions.
• Collaborate with a supportive multidisciplinary team, sharing expertise and ensuring best practice.
• Utilise modern systems and technology to document findings efficiently while maintaining accuracy and professionalism.

Paid Training:

• Full Training Provided: 12 weeks of paid, structured training – covering assessment skills, DWP guidelines, and report writing.
• No annual leave during the first 6 weeks

Who Can Apply (Must Have All):

• Registered Nurse, OT or Physio
• Minimum 1-year post-registration experience in an adult setting
• NMC/HCPC registered
• Full right to work in the UK (no visa sponsorship available)
• Strong clinical knowledge of long-term conditions and functional assessment
• Excellent written communication and objective report writing skills
• Confident IT skills – ability to talk, type, and navigate multiple systems simultaneously

Benefits:

• Hybrid working
• 5% approval bonus
• Up to 10% performance bonus
• 2k bonus at 6 months
• Monday – Friday – no weekends, nights or bank holidays
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays (buy up to 5 extra)
• Brilliant perks: pension, retail discounts, BUPA helpline, wellbeing support, volunteering day, ShareSave scheme
• Clear career progression with ongoing training
• Plus, many more benefits