Adult Clinical Assessment Practitioner CV-Library Adult Clinical Assessment Practitioner

Scienceabode; Tunbridge Wells; Hybrid; GBP 41,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare assessment organization is seeking a Functional Assessor based in Tunbridge Wells. The ideal candidate will conduct adult functional assessments, focusing on clinical analysis without treatment pressures. With a structured training program and a supportive work environment, this role offers a great work-life balance and opportunities for career progression. Competitive salary range of £41,500 – £42,500 with benefits including annual leave and private healthcare.

Benefits

33 days annual leave

Private healthcare

Company pension scheme

RCN-accredited training

Continuous professional development

Flexible hybrid working

Qualifications

• Must have valid NMC or HCPC registration with no restrictions.
• Experience in adult clinical settings is required.
• Ability to produce clinical reports based on assessments.

Responsibilities

• Conduct adult-only functional assessments through various formats.
• Evaluate how conditions affect daily living.
• Produce clear, structured clinical reports.

Skills

Strong clinical reasoning

Assessment skills

Reporting skills

IT skills

Education

Valid NMC or HCPC registration

12 months post-registration experience

Job description

We're Looking for: (RGN, RMN, RNLD, Physiotherapist, Occupational Therapist, Paramedic)

Location: Tunbridge Wells – Hybrid (Remote & Site-Based)
Hours: Monday–Friday,8:30am–5:00pm
Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Sector: Adult Clinical Assessments

Salary and Bonus:
£41,500 – £42,500 per annum
Up to 10% annual performance bonus
Annual salary reviews

Benefits:
33 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
Private healthcare
Company pension scheme
RCN-accredited training and structured induction
Fully funded CPD and revalidation support
Free in-house physiotherapy
Flexible hybrid working and diary control after 6 months
Progression routes into senior, training and specialist clinical pathways
Wellbeing initiatives including mental health support, retail discounts and gym memberships

Opportunity

This role is suited to Registered Adult Nurses, Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists and Paramedics who want to apply their clinical expertise in a structured, analytical and patient-focused environment. You will conduct adult-only functional assessments across a wide range of physical, neurological and mental health conditions. Using evidence-based frameworks, you will evaluate functional impact, interpret medical information and produce detailed clinical reports that contribute to fair and consistent outcomes.

This position allows you to maintain your clinical identity while gaining stability, professional support and improved work–life balance.

Key Responsibilities

• Complete adult functional assessments via telephone, video or face-to-face
• Assess how physical, mental and neurological conditions affect daily living and functional capacity
• Review and interpret medical evidence from multiple sources
• Produce clear, structured, evidence-based clinical reports
• Apply consistent clinical judgement to ensure fair outcomes
• Manage clinical time effectively within a structured assessment framework
• Work autonomously with ongoing support from a multidisciplinary clinical team
• Approximately 70% of the role is home-based, with required attendance at the Tunbridge Wells site for face‑to‑face assessments

Clinical Scope & Case Variety

You will work with adults presenting with:

• Musculoskeletal conditions
• Chronic pain and mobility limitations
• Mental health disorders
• Neurological conditions
• Occupational limitations
• Cognitive, sensory and fatigue-related impairments

The role involves no treatment, prescribing or manual handling. Focus is on functional impact, structured assessment, and clinical analysis.

Training & Clinical Development

You will complete a fully paid 7‑week training programme, designed to provide the knowledge, confidence and competence required for the Functional Assessor role.

• Clinical and classroom-based learning
• Report‑writing development
• Pathway-based condition training
• Shadowing, mentoring and supervised assessments
• Regular competency reviews and clinical supervision
• Fully funded CPD and support with annual revalidation

After training, you will have access to a national clinical network, continuous professional learning, and opportunities for progression into senior clinical, training, mentoring or auditing roles.

Who We’re Looking For

Clinicians with at least 12 months’ post‑registration experience in adult clinical settings:

• Registered Nurse (RGN, RMN, RNLD – Adult)
• Physiotherapist
• Occupational Therapist
• Paramedic
• Experience as a Functional Assessor is an advantage

Essential Requirements

• Valid NMC or HCPC registration with no restrictions
• Strong clinical reasoning, assessment and reporting skills
• Confident IT skills and ability to work within structured processes
• Ability to travel to the Barnstaple site when required
• We are unable to provide sponsorship; applicants must have the Right to Work in the UK

Why Apply

Consistent hours and work–life balance
Structured clinical practice
A supportive training environment
Ongoing professional development
Clinical autonomy without shift work or treatment pressures

You will make a meaningful impact through high‑quality assessments while progressing within a clinical career pathway that values accuracy, professionalism and patient‑centred practice.

Apply Now or Contact: Chloe Jones – Recruitment Resourcer, Everpool Recruitment