Occupational Therapist Functional Assessor

DS Associates Recruitment; Bournemouth; Hybrid; GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare recruitment agency in Bournemouth is hiring registered Nurses, Physiotherapists, and Occupational Therapists for a hybrid role focused on disability assessments. Candidates should have at least a year of post-registration experience and be registered with a UK regulatory body. The position offers an annual salary of £40,000, a comprehensive benefits package including bonuses, and excellent opportunities for internal career progression.

Benefits

£1,000 salary uplift after 6 months

Work-life balance with no night or weekend shifts

Up to 10% quality and performance bonus

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Contributory pension scheme

Discounts with retailers

Qualifications

• One year's post-registration experience as a nurse, occupational therapist or physiotherapist.
• Fully registered with a relevant UK regulatory body without restrictions.
• Excellent observational and communication skills.
• Ability to type at a minimum of 30 words per minute.

Responsibilities

• Undertake file-work and assessments for PIP or ESA benefits.
• Provide comprehensive reports for DWP decision makers.
• Receive comprehensive training and ongoing CPD support.

Skills

Observational skills

Communication skills

Typing speed

Education

Registered nurse or therapist certification

Job description

Position Overview

Starting Salary: £40,000 per annum + bonus scheme and benefits.

Location: Hybrid (office and home working) Bournemouth.

Hours: Monday to Friday 9 – 5.

Roles: Nurses (RGN, RMN, RNLD), Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists (OTs) in Bournemouth. We are recruiting for registered nurses, physiotherapists and occupational therapists with a minimum of 1‑year post‑qualification experience and registration in the UK.

Benefits and Opportunities

• £1,000 salary uplift after first 6 months and another £1,000 after 12 months.
• Work‑life balance: 9am – 5pm contracts with no nights, weekends or shifts required.
• Up to 10% quality and performance bonus once you’re an Approved Functional Assessor.
• Hybrid position with minimum 2 days per week at a consultation centre.
• 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and option to purchase up to five additional days.
• Brilliant internal progression opportunities.
• Up to 6% contributory pension scheme.
• Discounts across around 1,000 retailers.

Role Responsibilities

You will undertake a combination of file‑work, face‑to‑face and telephone/video assessments with customers in relation to PIP or ESA benefits and provide comprehensive reports to enable decision makers at DWP to make informed decisions regarding benefit claims. Such assessments focus on how a disability affects a customer’s day‑to‑day life and performing work‑related activities.

Comprehensive training will provide you with the skills to support customers and transfer your current skills and knowledge to the level required for the role. You will have ongoing CPD, with over 100 hours CPD protected per annum, support with revalidation and the opportunity to develop your career within the organisation.

Requirements

• One year's post‑registration experience as a nurse, occupational therapist or physiotherapist.
• Fully registered with a relevant UK regulatory body (NMC, HCPC or other), without restriction or conditions and with a valid PIN.
• Excellent observational and communication skills, giving you the ability to listen, empathise and dig deeper.
• Ability to type at a minimum of 30 words per minute.

Contact

For further information please contact Maxine on 01387 371018 or alternatively forward your CV for consideration.