Disability Assessor - Lewes - £45,000 to £48,000 - Part time available
Disability Assessor (PIP/WCA) – Nurses, Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Paramedics and Pharmacists
Hybrid remote roles available across England.
Full-time positions available
Employment is hybrid remote with office days, no weekends, bank holidays or long shifts.
Salary and Hours
Salary:
- PIP – £45,000 starting salary with £1,000 increases after 6 and 12 months (dependent on performance) + Excellent Bonus Scheme
- WCA – £48,000 starting salary + £1,000 increase at 12 months (dependent on performance) + Excellent Bonus Scheme
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm. Full‑time positions after training period.
Benefits:
- Generous Bonuses: Up to 10% for quality and performance.
- Work‑Life Balance: 9am – 5pm hours, no nights or weekends.
- Annual Leave: 25 days plus bank holidays, option to purchase up to 5 additional days.
- Pension Scheme: Up to 6% contributory pension scheme.
- Career Progression: Internal advancement opportunities.
- Employee Discounts: Discounts at around 1,000 retailers.
- Health & Wellbeing: 24/7 Employee Assistance, wellbeing app, BUPA Anytime Helpline.
- ShareSave Scheme: Participate in 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).
Example Tasks
- Interview claimants to understand their health conditions and daily challenges.
- Review medical records and write comprehensive reports.
- Provide recommendations based on thorough assessments.
Training Program
Successful candidates will complete a 12‑week comprehensive training program covering:
- 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)
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 or HCPC.
- Skills: Strong communication, effective assessment skills, proficient at typing/report‑writing, and excellent IT skills.
- Polite Note: Sponsorship is not available for these roles.
