Nurse Assessor (RGN Nurse, Physio or Occupational Therapist)

Ingeus UK; Southend-on-Sea; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Functional Assessor to join their skilled team. This role allows you to leverage your clinical skills in a unique way while maintaining your registration. You'll be supported through specialist training and have access to various development opportunities within the healthcare sector. The position involves conducting health assessments, preparing reports, and collaborating with colleagues to enhance service excellence. If you are passionate about making a difference in people's lives and have the necessary qualifications, this opportunity is perfect for you.

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 options

Qualifications

• 12+ months of post-registration experience in the UK as a nurse or therapist.
• Experience in treating a variety of health conditions preferred.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Critical analysis

Logical thinking

IT proficiency

Education

NMC registered nurse (RGN)

HCPC registered physiotherapist

Occupational therapist

Tools

Documentation tools

Communication tools

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) or HCPC registered 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 including 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 Work Capability Assessments (WCA) – this is a functional assessment which looks at a range of different activities relating to physical, mental, intellectual and cognitive functions, to determine whether an individual could reasonably be expected to work or undertake work related activity.
• Preparing detailed reports and recommendations for submission to the Department of Work and Pensions.
• Collaborating with colleagues to provide high-quality service to claimants and 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 physiotherapist, or occupational therapist in the UK.
• Experience treating a wide range of physical and mental health conditions preferred.
• 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.