Assessment Nurse

Ingeus; Harrow; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Harrow is seeking a Functional Assessor to conduct assessments for claimants, utilizing clinical skills and critical thinking. The role offers comprehensive training and support to excel in producing detailed reports. Ideal candidates should have at least 12 months UK experience in nursing or related fields. Attractive perks include a bonus scheme, CPD support, and 25 days of annual leave.

Benefits

Bonus scheme worth up to 10% of salary

25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays

Private Medical insurance

Supported/paid CPD for clinicians

Maternity and Parental Leave

Qualifications

• 12+ months of UK-based post registration experience as a registered adult Nurse, Physiotherapist, Occupational Therapist or Paramedic.
• Experience in treating a wide range of physical and mental health conditions.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Functional Assessments regarding physical and cognitive functions to determine work feasibilities.
• Apply critical thinking and logical reasoning to produce accurate reports for the DWP.
• Collaborate with peers across NHS and private sectors to obtain relevant evidence.

Skills

Critical thinking

Active listening

Logical reasoning

Good typing skills

Proficiency in IT tools

Education

NMC registered adult Nurse or HCPC registered Physiotherapist, Occupational Therapist or Paramedic

Job description

Base pay range

Full Time Hours = 9am–5pm (Work from home 2 days/week, 3 days in the Assessment Centre)

Part Time Hours = 9am–5pm 3 or 4 days/week* (Work from home 1 or 2 days/week)

We are delighted to announce exciting opportunities for registered healthcare professionals to join our team as a Functional Assessor at Ingeus, part of the global human services provider APM Group.

Is this the role for me?

We provide a thorough training programme to support your journey to become an approved Functional Assessor, so this role is ideal for those who are open to a formalised program of retraining and who are receptive to ongoing constructive feedback, ensuring our claimants continually get the very best experience.

However, while many clinicians find the role of a Functional Assessor rewarding, it’s not the right fit for everyone. Producing high‑quality written reports plays a critical part of the role. Whilst we can support your development, having confidence using computers is essential for navigating systems and software, and you will be required to complete detailed assessments for all claimants you assess.

If you’re unfamiliar with technology or dislike writing comprehensive reports, this role may not be the best match for you. As a Functional Assessor, you will not be involved in diagnosis or hands‑on treatment. If this is something that is important to you, this is unlikely to be a role you will enjoy.

• Are you passionate about helping others?
• Do you have 12+ months of UK-based post registration experience as an NMC registered adult Nurse or HCPC registered Physiotherapist, Occupational Therapist or Paramedic?
• Are you interested in a job that allows you to use your clinical skills in a different way whilst keeping your clinical registration?

From your first day, you’ll join a welcoming and skilled team and be supported through specialist training delivered by our Learning Academy, which includes one‑to‑one coaching, mentoring and workshops to guide you towards achieving full DWP accreditation.

Our culture treats everyone with dignity and respect, ensuring that every individual is comfortable, confident, and recognised for the value of their contributions.

We’ll give you the tools you need to give you the best transition journey into your new position, as well as supported virtual and self‑directed CPD. In addition, you’ll get access to a wide range of development opportunities including gaining experience in other areas such as Training Lead, Quality Lead and Clinical Practice Lead positions. Of course, this also includes opportunities across other clinical and healthcare business areas within the wider APM Group.

What we can offer you includes:

• Bonus scheme worth up to 10% of your salary
• Supported/paid CPD for clinicians, registration fees reimbursed
• 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays
• Private Medical insurance
• Maternity and Parental Leave
• Variety of other financial and lifestyle options

As a Functional Assessor, your primary responsibilities will be:

• Carrying out Functional Assessments that look at a range of different activities relating to physical, mental, intellectual and cognitive functions, to determine whether an individual could reasonably be expected to work or undertake work related activity
• Using decision‑making skills to conduct clinical triage of completed forms and supporting documents to decide the route a case will take
• Obtaining additional evidence needed through active listening and appropriate questions
• Applying critical thinking and logical reasoning to produce accurate and detailed reports for submission to the Department of Work and Pensions
• Liaising with a range of clinical peers across the NHS and private healthcare sector, charities, and support organisations to obtain and evaluate evidence that assists in the production of detailed reports
• Collaborating with colleagues to provide high‑quality service to claimants and contribute to the continued improvement and service excellence of health assessment services in the UK

What we are looking for:

• At least 12 months UK‑based post registration experience as an NMC registered adult Nurse (RGN, RMN or RNLD) or HCPC registered Physiotherapist, Occupational Therapist or Paramedic
• Experience of treating a wide range of physical and mental health conditions
• Strong critical thinking, active listening and logical thinking skills
• Good typing skills and proficiency in IT tools for documentation and communication

Ingeus are a registered Disability Confident Employer. We welcome neurodiverse colleagues and provide a detailed breakdown of our application, screening, and interview process. For assistance or alternative formats during the recruitment process, please speak to your recruiter.

*Please note that all new starters will be required to attend 9 weeks of full‑time induction & training at the start of employment