Functional Assessor - Oxford - Homebased and Office Based

Everpool Recruitment; Oxford; Remote; GBP 43,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is looking for Functional Assessors to evaluate the health capabilities of claimants. The role is suitable for Nurses, Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Paramedics, and Clinical Pharmacists. This position offers a competitive salary of £43,000 – £47,500 OTE with the potential for bonuses up to £54,625. Flexible work options and career progression opportunities are included. Application via email to the recruiter.

Benefits

10% annual performance bonus

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Contributory pension scheme

Employee discounts

Health & Wellbeing benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1-year post-registration recent 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 assessments.
• Analyse medical evidence, health questionnaires, and daily living activities.
• Produce detailed reports for the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP).

Skills

Strong communication

Effective assessment skills

Proficient at typing/report-writing

Excellent IT skills

Education

Active registration with NMC or HCPC

Job description

Functional Assessor – Home Based

Nurses, Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Paramedics and Clinical Pharmacists

Salary: £43,000 – £47,500 OTE (up to £54,625 with bonuses)

Includes a 10% annual performance bonus and a 5% one-off payment.

Location: Oxford

Work arrangement: Home based and Office based

Employment type: Full time only

Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm – Full‑time and part‑time positions available after full‑time training period.

Salary and Benefits

• Competitive Salary: £43,000-£47,500 starting salary with £1,000 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.
• Flexible Work Options: Full‑time or part‑time roles available.
• Annual Leave: 25 days plus bank holidays, with the 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).

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.

How to Apply

Email your application to the recruiter or apply via the provided link. For further information or if you have any questions, please feel free to contact Joe.