Hybrid WCA Functional Assessor | £39.5k + Benefits

Maven Group Ltd; Hereford; Hybrid; GBP 36,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid/home working

Annual leave and pension options

NMC/HCPC fees paid

CPD support

Job summary

Maven Group Ltd in Hereford is recruiting a WCA Functional Assessor. You will conduct 5 client assessments per day including telephone, video or in-person sessions, assessing how health conditions affect work-related activity.

You will compile reports to help the DWP determine eligibility, with final decisions made by DWP. NMC or HCPC qualified professionals with 1 year post-registration experience are invited to apply. Hybrid or home working and full- or part-time options are available.

Qualifications

• NMC registered nurse (RGN or RMN) or HCPC qualified Physiotherapist or Occupational Therapist with 1 year post-registration experience.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Competent IT and computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Carry out 5 client assessments per day for Work Capability Assessments (WCA).
• Conduct telephone, video or face-to-face assessments.
• Produce clear factual reports to help the DWP determine eligibility for benefits.
• Gather information and support the final decision made by the DWP.

Skills

Excellent communication

Proactive learner

IT skills

Report writing

Education

NMC Registered Nurse or HCPC professional (RGN/RMN, Physiotherapist or OT) with 1 year post-registration experience

Tools

None

Job description

Maven Group Ltd in Hereford is recruiting a WCA Functional Assessor. You will conduct 5 client assessments per day including telephone, video or in-person sessions, assessing how health conditions affect work-related activity.

You will compile reports to help the DWP determine eligibility, with final decisions made by DWP. NMC or HCPC qualified professionals with 1 year post-registration experience are invited to apply. Hybrid or home working and full- or part-time options are available.