Nurse Functional Assessor – Hybrid & Flexible

Maximus UK; Stockport; Hybrid; GBP 34,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive bonus

Accreditation bonus

Flexible working

Life insurance

Healthcare plan

Clinical conferences

Job summary

Maximus UK is recruiting a Nurse Functional Assessor in Stockport. You’ll use clinical expertise to assess how a person’s disability or health condition affects daily life, handling complex cases and contributing to DWP decision making.

The role starts with 6 weeks of training, with ongoing support and mentorship. We offer flexible working—full time, part time and hybrid—and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your professional development and work‑life balance.

Qualifications

• Valid NMC registration number.
• At least 1 year of broad post-registration adult or mental health experience gained within or outside of the NHS.
• 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.

Job description

Maximus UK is recruiting a Nurse Functional Assessor in Stockport. You’ll use clinical expertise to assess how a person’s disability or health condition affects daily life, handling complex cases and contributing to DWP decision making.

The role starts with 6 weeks of training, with ongoing support and mentorship. We offer flexible working—full time, part time and hybrid—and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your professional development and work‑life balance.