Occupational Therapist Functional Assessor

DS Associates Recruitment; England; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK recruitment agency is seeking registered Nurses, Occupational Therapists, and Physiotherapists for the role of WCA Functional Assessor in Swindon. This hybrid position allows for a great work-life balance with Monday to Friday hours. Candidates should have at least one year of post-registration experience and excellent communication skills. The role includes conducting assessments related to PIP and ESA benefits, along with comprehensive training and internal progression opportunities.

Benefits

Salary uplift after 6 and 12 months

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Up to 10% quality and performance bonus

Contributory pension scheme

Retail discounts

Qualifications

• Minimum 1-year post-qualification experience as a nurse, occupational therapist, or physiotherapist.
• Fully registered with a UK regulatory body without restrictions or conditions.
• Excellent observational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct file-work, face-to-face, and remote assessments for PIP or ESA benefits.
• Provide comprehensive reports for decision-making on benefit claims.

Skills

Observational skills

Communication skills

Typing speed (minimum 30 wpm)

Education

Post-registration experience

Job description

Starting Salary

£40,000 per annum + bonus scheme and benefits

Location

Hybrid (office and home working) Swindon

Hours

Monday to Friday 9 – 5

Eligible Professions

Nurses, Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Pharmacists and Paramedics

Overview

We are recruiting for registered Nurses (RGN, RMN, RNLD), Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists (OTs) in Swindon who want to use and build upon their clinical skills and knowledge and benefit from the excellent work‑life balance and professional development that a career as a WCA Functional Assessor can give you.

Key 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.

Qualifications & Experience

We are seeking applications from clinicians with a minimum of 1‑year post‑qualification experience and registration in the UK. In this role you will grow your medical knowledge of a wide variety of medical, cognitive and mental health conditions.

Benefits

• £1,000 salary uplift after your first 6 months and a further £1,000 salary uplift 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.
• The role is a hybrid position with a minimum of 2 days per week working at one of our consultation centres.
• 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and the option to purchase up to five additional days.
• Brilliant internal progression opportunities.
• Up to 6% contributory pension scheme.
• Discounts across around 1,000 retailers, from food and clothing to days out, entertainment and travel.

Training & Development

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
• the ability to type at a minimum of 30 words per minute.

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