Functional Assessor - WCA or PIP

Everpool Recruitment; Lewes; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Pension scheme

Health & wellbeing benefits

ShareSave scheme

Volunteering day

Job summary

Everpool Recruitment is recruiting for Hybrid remote Functional Assessors across the south of England, based in Lewes. Roles include PIP and WCA assessments with a 9am-5pm schedule, no weekends or bank holidays, and a clear bonus scheme and benefits package.

Starting salaries are £45,000 for PIP and £48,000 for WCA, with progression and substantial annual bonuses. Sponsorship is not available, and candidates must have at least 1 year of post-registration experience in an adult setting.

Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum 1 year post-registration in an adult setting.
• Must have at least 1 year of active registration.
• Excellent communication and assessment skills required.
• Strong typing and report-writing abilities and IT proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments via phone and face-to-face.
• Review medical evidence and daily living activities.
• Compile detailed reports for the DWP.

Skills

Communication skills

Assessment skills

Typing

Report writing

IT skills

Job description

Functional Assessor (PIP / WCA) – Nurses, Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Paramedics and Pharmacists

£45,000 – £48,000 + bonus scheme and benefits

Location: Lewes

Hybrid remote roles available across the south of England.

Everpool Recruitment is one of the UK's leading providers of permanent recruitment solutions to the Health and Social Care sector and we offer bespoke consultancy services to clients and candidates alike.

We are currently recruiting for hybrid remote Functional Assessors who would like a role that involves working from home and in the office with no weekends, bank holidays, or long shifts. Join an organization dedicated to exceptional service and positive change. We foster a supportive and inclusive environment where you can thrive and make a difference.

Salary:

• PIP Disability Assessor (3 assessments per day) – £45,000 + Excellent Bonus Scheme.
• WCA Disability Assessor (5/6 shorter assessments per day) – £48,000 + Excellent Bonus Scheme
• (Please note that each of the above roles are subject to availability and needs in each geographical area which may fluctuate over time. Ideally candidates need to be willing to do either of these roles. If someone has a strong preference for one over the other, we may be able to accommodate although this can't be guaranteed)

Hours:

Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm. Please note there are part-time hours available (after full-time training) for the WCA role.

Salary and Benefits

• Competitive Salary: £45,000 starting salary for PIP with £1000 increases after 6 and 12 months and £48,000 starting salary for WCA with a £1000 increase after 12 months.
• Generous Bonuses: 5% when approved after training and up to 10% annually for quality and performance.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy 9am – 5pm hours with no nights or weekends. Part-time hours (after full-time training period) are available for the WCA role.
• Annual Leave: 25 days plus bank holidays, with an 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).

Training Program:

• Successful candidates will complete a 12-week comprehensive training program covering (amongst other things):
• Assessment Techniques: Best practices for accurate evaluations.
• DWP Guidelines: Requirements and guidelines of the Department for Work and Pensions.
• Report Writing: Skills for detailed and objective reporting.

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
• Skills: Strong communication, effective assessment skills, proficient at typing/report-writing, and excellent IT skills are essential.