Functional Assessor - PIP

Ingeus UK; Ilford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking passionate healthcare professionals to join their dynamic team as Functional Assessors. This role offers a unique opportunity to utilize your clinical skills in a supportive environment while maintaining your professional registration. You will engage in health assessments, collaborate with colleagues, and contribute to improving health assessment services across the UK. With comprehensive training and development opportunities, including CPD support and potential career progression, this position is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the healthcare sector.

Benefits

25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays

Supported/paid CPD for clinicians

Private pension scheme

Private Medical insurance

Maternity and Parental Leave

Online shopping discounts

Variety of other financial and lifestyle options

Qualifications

• 12+ months of UK-based post-qualification experience as a registered nurse or paramedic.
• Experience treating a wide range of physical and mental health conditions preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct health and disability assessments to understand unique needs.
• Prepare detailed reports for submission to the Department of Work and Pensions.

Skills

Critical Analysis

Logical Thinking

Proficiency in IT Tools

Education

NMC Registered Nurse

HCPC Registered Paramedic

Physiotherapist

Occupational Therapist

Job description

• Are you passionate about helping others?
• Do you have 12+ months of UK-based post qualification experience as an NMC registered nurse (RGN, RNLD, RMN) or HCPC registered paramedic, physiotherapist, or occupational therapist?
• Are you interested in a job that allows you to use your clinical skills in a different way whilst keeping your clinical registration?

If so, then joining Ingeus UK as a Functional Assessor may be the perfect opportunity for you. From your first day, you’ll join a welcoming and skilled team and be supported through specialist training delivered by our Learning Academy, which includes one-to-one coaching, mentoring and workshops to guide you towards achieving full DWP accreditation.

Our culture treats everyone with dignity and respect, ensuring that every individual is comfortable, confident, and recognised for the value of their contributions.

We’ll give you the tools you need to give you the best transition journey into your new position, as well as supported virtual and self-directed CPD. In addition, you’ll get access to a wide range of development opportunities include gaining experience in other areas such as Training Lead, Quality Lead and Clinical Practice Lead positions. Of course, this also includes opportunities across other clinical and healthcare business areas within the wider APM Group.

What we can offer you includes:

• 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays
• Supported/paid CPD for clinicians, registration fees reimbursed
• Private pension scheme
• Private Medical insurance
• Maternity and Parental Leave
• Online shopping discounts
• Variety of other financial and lifestyle options

As a Functional Assessor, your primary responsibilities will be:

• Conducting health and disability assessments to understand each person’s unique needs.
• Carry out Personal Independence Payment (PIP) assessments of individuals of working age who have long term physical or mental health conditions or disabilities, their ability to carry out certain everyday tasks or their ability to get around safely.
• Preparing detailed reports and recommendations for submission to the Department of Work and Pensions.
• Collaborating with colleagues to provide high-quality service to claimantsand contribute to the continued improvement and service excellence of health assessment services in the UK.

What we are looking for:

• At least 12-month’s post-registration experience gained in the UK as an NMC registered nurse or HCPC paramedic, physiotherapist, or occupational therapist in the UK.
• Experience treating a wide range of physical and mental health conditionspreferred.
• Strong critical analysis and logical thinking skills.
• Proficiency in IT tools for documentation and communication.

We welcome neurodiverse colleagues and provide a detailed breakdown of our application, screening, and interview process. For assistance or alternative formats during the recruitment process, please email us at [e-mail].

Please note we are unable to provide visa sponsorship