Nurse Functional Assessor – Flexible, Hybrid, £42k+

Maximus; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

No bank holidays off

Maternity/Paternity leave

25 days holiday with buy/sell 5 days

Performance incentives

CPD support & validation fees

Refer-a-friend bonus

Life insurance

Job summary

MAXIMUS is seeking a Nurse Functional Assessor to assess how health conditions affect daily living. You will handle complex cases with support from a tailored training programme, beginning with formal training and ongoing mentorship.

The role offers flexible working, opportunities for professional growth, and a structured path to accreditation, with a starting salary in the low‑to‑mid £40k range and further progression possible.

Qualifications

• Valid NMC registration number.
• At least 1 year of broad post‑registration adult or mental health experience.
• You MUST have the right to work in the UK – we cannot offer sponsorships.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Comfortable using computer software to type and produce detailed reports.

Responsibilities

• Conduct telephone, video or face‑to‑face assessments to understand how a person’s disability or health condition affects their daily life.
• Produce Work Capability Assessment (WCA) reports to help the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) determine a person’s eligibility for benefits.
• Develop your clinical knowledge and assessment skills with the support of regular feedback and supervision.

Skills

Communication skills

NMC registration

Education

NMC registration

Job description

MAXIMUS is seeking a Nurse Functional Assessor to assess how health conditions affect daily living. You will handle complex cases with support from a tailored training programme, beginning with formal training and ongoing mentorship.

The role offers flexible working, opportunities for professional growth, and a structured path to accreditation, with a starting salary in the low‑to‑mid £40k range and further progression possible.