Nurse - Functional Assessor - Newport IOW

SJB Medical; Carisbrooke; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in the United Kingdom seeks a Functional Assessor to use clinical expertise conducting assessments that help individuals access benefits. This full-time role offers a competitive salary of £37,500 to £45,500, with additional bonuses and benefits such as annual leave and professional development opportunities. Ideal candidates will be healthcare professionals with at least 12 months of experience and strong interpersonal skills. Join a supportive team making a meaningful impact on people's lives.

Benefits

Competitive salary with bonuses

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Flexible working patterns

Pension scheme with employer contribution

Access to mental health support and wellbeing resources

Qualifications

• Must have at least 12 months’ post-registration experience in the last 5 years.
• No restrictions to practice.

Responsibilities

• Conducting functional assessments and producing high-quality reports.
• Using clinical judgement to evaluate a wide range of health conditions.
• Collaborating with a supportive team of healthcare professionals.
• Maintaining accurate records and adhering to clinical governance standards.
• Engaging in continuous professional development and training.
• Delivering assessments with empathy, integrity and professionalism.

Skills

Clinical experience

Ability to conduct functional assessments

Strong interpersonal skills

Clinical judgement

Professionalism

Education

Registered healthcare professional (Nurse, Physiotherapist, Occupational Therapist, Paramedic or Pharmacist)

Job description

Functional Assessor

£37,500 - £45,500 + £2k approval bonus + assessment bonus + benefits

Full-time - Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm

Make a real difference in healthcare - without the shift work

About the role

As a Functional Assessor, you’ll use your clinical expertise in a new and rewarding way — conducting functional assessments that help people access the support they need. It’s a role that blends clinical knowledge with purpose‑driven impact, giving you the chance to grow your career while making a meaningful difference to people’s lives.

You’ll be part of a multidisciplinary team delivering high‑quality assessments for individuals applying for health‑related benefits. If you’re based at one of our UK centres, you’ll enjoy a structured, supportive environment with clear pathways for development.

About you

You’ll bring your clinical experience and people skills to a role that’s both challenging and rewarding. You’ll be:

• Conducting functional assessments and producing high‑quality reports
• Using your clinical judgement to evaluate a wide range of health conditions
• Collaborating with a supportive team of healthcare professionals
• Maintaining accurate records and adhering to clinical governance standards
• Engaging in continuous professional development and training
• Delivering assessments with empathy, integrity and professionalism

To apply, you must be a registered healthcare professional (Nurse, Physiotherapist, Occupational Therapist, Paramedic, or Pharmacist) with at least 12 months’ post‑registration experience in the last 5 years and no restrictions to practice.

Your benefits

We believe in rewarding your contribution and supporting your wellbeing:

• Competitive salary with £1,000 after six months & £1,000 after 12 months (if approved).
• An extra £2,000 approval bonus
• Up to 10% annual bonus based on quality and performance
• 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays (with option to buy more)
• 4 days CPD per year + 1:1 clinical coaching and development pathways
• Annual registration fees paid
• Flexible working patterns and life‑friendly hours
• Access to Wisdom Wellbeing App, counselling, and mental health support
• Pension scheme with up to 6% employer contribution
• Discounts on cinema, travel, mobile, and more

Why sjb medical?

sjb medical’s vision is simple yet unique: to bring search and selection, and medical expertise together to provide a unique resourcing service to the healthcare sector. We take pride and great care in providing our healthcare candidates with the best possible support throughout their recruitment journey. We understand that a diverse workforce is essential to our clients’ success and promotion of equality, diversity and fairness in our recruitment process is paramount.

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