Nurse Functional Assessor — Flexible, Hybrid Role

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

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

No bank holidays, evenings or weekends

Maternity and paternity leave

25 days holiday (buy/sell 5)

Job summary

Maximus is hiring a Nurse Functional Assessor in Birkenhead to use clinical expertise on complex cases affecting daily life. You will assess health conditions, create WCA reports for DWP, and support customers through personalised pathways.

The role offers formal training, ongoing support, flexible working options (full-time, part-time, hybrid) and a competitive salary (£42,000 rising to £46,000 after 12 months, with a minimum £38,000 and maximum £56,000 per year).

Qualifications

• Valid NMC registration required.
• At least 1 year of broad post-registration adult or mental health experience.
• Right to work in the UK; sponsorship not offered.
• Excellent oral and written communication.
• Proficient with computer software to type and produce 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 DWP determine a person\'s eligibility for benefits
• Develop your clinical knowledge and assessment skills with the support of regular feedback and supervision

Skills

NMC registration

Job description

Maximus is hiring a Nurse Functional Assessor in Birkenhead to use clinical expertise on complex cases affecting daily life. You will assess health conditions, create WCA reports for DWP, and support customers through personalised pathways.

The role offers formal training, ongoing support, flexible working options (full-time, part-time, hybrid) and a competitive salary (£42,000 rising to £46,000 after 12 months, with a minimum £38,000 and maximum £56,000 per year).