Hybrid Functional Assessor

Aspect Healthcare; Pontefract; Hybrid; GBP 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare recruitment agency in Pontefract is seeking a Functional Assessor to evaluate claimants for Work Capability applications. This role offers hybrid working options and a competitive salary around £37,800 per year. Candidates must be qualified Nurses, Physiotherapists, Paramedics, or Occupational Therapists with at least one year of UK experience. The position includes generous leave and a fully paid training program.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Fully paid training program

Hybrid working options

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of broad post‑registration experience, UK experience is essential.
• Proactive, keen to learn, and receptive to feedback.

Responsibilities

• Assess cases of claimants applying for Work Capability.
• Interpret medical evidence and report findings for DWP decision-making.
• Complete assessments over the phone, video, or face-to-face.

Skills

Oral and written communication skills

IT competency

Ability to work autonomously

Education

NMC/HCPC registration

Qualified Nurse, Physiotherapist, Paramedic or Occupational Therapist

Job description

Overview

Permanent - full time or part time available (Mon-Fri). Mixture of remote and assessment centre working, offering an exceptional work-life balance. As a Functional Assessor you will work autonomously to assess the cases of claimants who are applying for Work Capability (WCA), as part of the DWP's Health Assessment and Advisory Services (HAAS). The funding helps support individuals financially who are unable to work, or to live as much of an independent life as possible. An in-depth training programme is provided which is fully paid for, and the role counts towards clinical hours to maintain registration.

Hybrid working with flexible patterns to champion healthy work/life balance, and a collaborative and dynamic working environment.

Good opportunities for development and progression.

Note: Aspect Healthcare is acting on behalf of our Client as a Recruitment Agency. Aspect Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, age, sexuality, gender identification, or physical ability.

You will be informed of the exact location(s) during the application process. Typical postings include locations such as Pontefract, Chesterfield, Halifax, Barnsley, Keighley, Doncaster and other sites.

Responsibilities

• Use your clinical experience to work with people who have a diverse range of health conditions, to gain a clear understanding of how their health challenges and the disability affect daily life.
• Work within an office setting or from home to complete detailed, meaningful, and respectful assessments over the telephone, video or face-to-face.
• Interpret medical evidence and gather findings into a comprehensive report to support decision-making by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP).

Requirements

• We can only accept applications from Qualified Nurses, Physiotherapists, Paramedics or Occupational Therapists for this vacancy.
• NMC/HCPC registration is required.
• At least 1 year of broad post‑registration experience; UK experience is essential.
• Proactive, keen to learn and receptive to feedback.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and IT competency is essential.

Salary and Benefits

• Salary typically around £37,800 per year for full-time posts.
• Permanent positions; full time or part time available (Mon-Fri).
• Hybrid working with remote options and assessment centre opportunities.
• Generous annual leave and bank holidays off.
• Fully paid training programme that counts towards clinical hours.

Equality & Compliance

Aspect Healthcare is acting on behalf of our Client as a Recruitment Agency. Aspect Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, age, sexuality, gender identity, or physical ability. You are consenting to receive job alert emails. Unsubscribe at any time. Read our privacy policy for more details.