Functional Specialist - Wales

Capita; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Training and development

HCPC/NMC fees paid

Pension and life assurance

Headspace access

Volunteer day

25 days holiday (27 with service)

Job summary

Capita is hiring a Functional Specialist in Wales for hybrid work (home and clinic-based). You will conduct assessments, analyse health information, and produce evidence-based reports to support benefit decisions. The role emphasizes structured, manageable workloads without direct care shifts, with regular hours 8am-5pm.

Applicants should be NMC/HCPC registered with a valid PIN and at least one year post-registration experience. Strong IT skills and the ability to work remotely are essential.

Qualifications

• NMC or HCPC registration with a valid PIN and no current restrictions.
• Minimum of one year post-registration experience.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, report writing ability.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial reviews and assessments face-to-face, by video, or by phone.
• Analyse clinical information and supporting evidence for decision making.
• Write detailed reports to support DWP decisions; no treatment provided.
• Utilise IT systems for decision making and documentation.

Skills

NMC/NMC registered nurse

HCPC registered paramedic

Occupational therapist

Physiotherapist

Microsoft Office

Education

PIN registration (NMC/HCPC)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

## Functional Specialist - WalesAplikujremote type: Hybrydowylocations: Home-Based - GBRtime type: Zatrudnienie w pełnym wymiarze godzinposted on: Opublikowano dzisiajjob requisition id: 10116835Are you looking for a better work/life balance? We have several roles available working hybrid (2 days at home) role at our well-connected Cardiff clinic. We have clinic locations across Wales and offer a hybrid working environment. If you’re a registered nurse, paramedic, occupational therapist or physiotherapist ready to step away from shift work and hands-on care, this could be your perfect next move! We offer a values-driven environment – our Capita Values of Customers First, Fearless Innovation, Achieve Together and Everyone is Valued underpin how we treat each other and our clients. As a Functional Specialist you’ll use your clinical expertise and analytical skills in a different way - to meet with benefits claimants in person, on the phone or via video link, write reports and make important clinical recommendations, all while enjoying a more structured and flexible way of working. What we offer • Excellent training and ongoing support – be part of our valued team where wellbeing is prioritised. • Full or part time hours (minimum 3 days per week). • Monday to Friday between 8am to 5pm with no weekend or night shifts (occasional 8pm finishes may be required). • £39,500 starting salary, rising to £40,500 after DWP approval. • 10% of Salary Bonus scheme (based on quality and performance). • Hybrid working – home and clinic based (up to 3 days per week). • Watch this short video to find out more https://capita.wistia.com/medias/2spl0ey4a9 Other benefits • HCPC/NMC fees paid and full revalidation support. • 15 weeks’ full maternity, adoption and shared parental pay. • Company pension, life assurance and Cycle2Work scheme. • Discounts across retail, travel, technology and wellbeing. • Free access to Headspace (for you and up to 5 others). • A paid volunteering day each year. • Ongoing training, development and clear career pathways. • 25 days’ holiday (rising to 27 with service) with the option to buy more up to 5 days.**Job title:**Functional Specialist - Wales**Job Description:****What you’ll do in this role:*** Conduct initial reviews, face-to-face, video or telephone assessments to evaluate how a claimant’s health condition or disability affects them for various types of benefit including WCA and PIP.* Analyse and interpret clinical information and supporting evidence.* Write detailed evidence-based reports to support the DWP in making informed and objective decisions - no treatment or diagnosis required.* Use IT systems to support clinical decision-making and report writing.* Develop your clinical knowledge and constantly learn about health conditions which are less familiar to you.**What are PIP and WCA?*** **Personal Independence Payment (PIP)**is a benefit for people with a long-term health condition or impairment. It is paid to make a contribution to the extra costs that disabled people may face, to help them lead full, active and independent lives.* **Work Capability Assessment (WCA)**is a functional assessment that looks at a range of different activities relating to physical, mental, intellectual and cognitive functions, to help DWP determine a customer's capability for work or work-related activity.**About you*** NMC registered Nurse (RGN, RMN or RNLD) **or** HCPC registered paramedic, occupational therapist or physiotherapist with a valid PIN and no current restrictions* Minimum of one year’s post-registration experience.* Strong communication and interpersonal skills.* Ability to produce clear, accurate and detailed reports.* Comfortable working quickly to meet structured targets.* Good IT skills including Microsoft Office, and the ability to learn new systems while working remotely.* excellent observational and communication skills, giving you the ability to listen, empathise and dig deeper.* A driving licence or access to transport for assessment centre working.**Please note:**all candidates must hold the right to work in the UK as we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.**Location:**Home-Based - GBR,Zjednoczone Królestwo**Time Type:**Zatrudnienie w pełnym wymiarze godzin**Contract Type:**Stały