WCA Functional Assessor | Hybrid | £42,000 + Bonuses
This role is open only to qualified, currently-registered healthcare professionals (NMC, HCPC, or GPHc) with at least 1 year of post-registration experience. Applications from non-clinical candidates cannot be considered
Looking to step away from long shifts, nights and weekends without leaving healthcare behind?
Use your clinical experience in a non-clinical role where you’ll assess how a person’s health affects their ability to work. You’ll carry out phone and face-to-face assessments, review medical evidence and write clear, objective reports for the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP).
Why Make the Move?
£42,000 starting salary
£43,000 after 12 months
Monday–Friday, 9am–5pm
No nights, weekends or bank holidays
Hybrid working across the South of England
Part-time hours available after full-time training
12 weeks fully paid training
5% approval bonus after training
Up to 10% annual quality & performance bonus
25 days holiday + Bank Holidays
Option to purchase up to 5 additional days
Up to 6% contributory pension
Employee discounts at around 1,000 retailers
24/7 Employee Assistance & wellbeing support
ShareSave scheme
Paid volunteering day
Excellent opportunities for career progressionYour Salary Progression
£42,000 → Starting salary
£43,000 → After 12 months
Plus, you can earn 5% when approved and up to 10% annually based on quality and performance.
What Will You Be Doing?
Conduct 5–6 shorter assessments per day via phone and face-to-face
Assess how health conditions affect an individual's ability to work
Review medical evidence and health questionnaires
Use your clinical skills to assess functional ability
Produce accurate, objective reports for the DWPNo Functional Assessment Experience? No Problem. You’ll complete a comprehensive 12-week training programme covering assessment techniques, DWP guidelines and professional report writing.
Who Can Apply? We’re looking for:
Registered Adult Nurses – Adult, Mental Health, Learning Disability or General
Occupational Therapists – adult-focused
Physiotherapists – adult-focused
At least 1 year of recent post-registration experience in a relevant adult setting
1+ year of active professional registration
Strong communication and assessment skills
Good typing, report-writing and IT skills
Full UK Right to Work – sponsorship is not availableTrade the shift work for structure, flexibility and a career where your clinical experience still makes a difference.
Apply today and take the next step in your healthcare career!
Apply here or contact Tamara:
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Salary description
£42000.00 - £43000.00 per year