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Scienceabode; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 37,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health services organization is seeking a Disability Assessor to evaluate claimants' health capabilities. This hybrid role, based in Bristol, offers competitive salary of £37,500 to £42,000 plus benefits. Candidates must have relevant nursing or therapy qualifications and experience in adult care settings. Join a supportive environment dedicated to exceptional service, with benefits including generous bonuses and career progression opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Generous Bonuses up to 10%

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Pension scheme up to 6%

Employee discounts at around 1,000 retailers

Volunteering day off each year

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1-year post-registration recent experience in a relevant adult setting.
• Must have at least 1 year of active registration with NMC, GPhC or HCPC.
• Experience with medical assessments is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate claimants' health and/or work capabilities via phone and face-to-face assessments.
• Analyse medical evidence and health questionnaires.
• Produce detailed reports for the Department for Work and Pensions.

Skills

Strong communication

Effective assessment skills

Proficient at typing/report-writing

Excellent IT skills

Education

Registered Adult Nurse, Occupational Therapist, Paramedic, Physiotherapist or Pharmacist

Job description

Disability Assessor (PIP / WCA) – Nurses, Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Paramedics and Pharmacists

£37,500 – £42,000 + bonus scheme and benefits

Location: Bristol

Hybrid remote roles available across the south of England.

Everpool Recruitment is one of the UK's leading providers of permanent recruitment solutions to the Health and Social Care sector and we offer bespoke consultancy services to clients and candidates alike.

We are currently recruiting for hybrid remote Functional Assessors who would like a role that involves working from home and in the office with no weekends, bank holidays, or long shifts. Join an organisation dedicated to exceptional service and positive change. We foster a supportive and inclusive environment where you can thrive and make a difference.

Salary Options

• PIP Functional Assessor (3 assessments per day) – £37,500 – £39,500 + Excellent Bonus Scheme.
• WCA Functional Assessor (5/6 shorter assessments per day) – £40,000 – £42,000 + Excellent Bonus Scheme.

(Please note that each of the above roles are subject to availability and needs in each geographical area which may fluctuate over time. Ideally candidates need to be willing to do either of these roles. If someone has a strong preference for one over the other, we may be able to accommodate although this can’t be guaranteed)

Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm

Salary and Benefits

• Competitive Salary: £37,500 – £40,000 starting salary with £1000 increases after 6 and 12 months.
• Generous Bonuses: Up to 10% for quality and performance.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy 9am – 5pm hours with no nights or weekends.
• Annual Leave: 25 days plus bank holidays, with an option to purchase up to 5 additional days.
• Pension Scheme: Up to 6% contributory pension scheme.
• Career Progression: Excellent internal advancement opportunities.
• Employee Discounts: Discounts at around 1,000 retailers.
• Health & Wellbeing: Comprehensive benefits including 24/7 Employee Assistance, a wellbeing app, BUPA Anytime Helpline, and more.
• ShareSave Scheme: Participate in our ShareSave scheme.
• Volunteering Day: Paid day off each year for volunteering.

Role Overview

• Conduct Assessments: Evaluate claimants' health and/or work capabilities via phone and face-to-face assessments.
• Review Evidence: Analyse medical evidence, health questionnaires, and daily living activities.
• Compile Reports: Produce detailed reports for the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP).

Training Program

• Assessment Techniques: Best practices for accurate evaluations.
• DWP Guidelines: Requirements and guidelines of the Department for Work and Pensions.
• Report Writing: Skills for detailed and objective reporting.

Who We Need

• Registered Adult Nurses (Adult, Mental Health, Learning Disability, General)
• Occupational Therapists (Adult-focused)
• Paramedics (Adult-focused)
• Physiotherapists (Adult-focused)
• Pharmacists (Adult-focused)

Polite Note: Sponsorship is not available for these roles.

Requirements

• Experience: Minimum of 1-year post-registration recent experience in a relevant adult setting.
• Registration: Must have at least 1 year of active registration with NMC, GPhC or HCPC.
• Skills: Strong communication, effective assessment skills, proficient at typing/report-writing, and excellent IT skills.

How to Apply

Email your application to (url removed) or apply via the link provided.

For questions or additional details please contact Jay Gibbons on (phone number removed) or (phone number removed). We look forward to receiving your application.

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