At a Glance
- Tasks: Conduct assessments to understand how health conditions affect daily life and produce PIP reports.
- Company: Join Maximus, a global leader in health and employment services.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, flexible working hours, and generous holiday options.
- Other info: Ongoing training and support with excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while developing your clinical skills.
- Qualifications: Must have valid NMC registration and at least 1 year of relevant experience.
The predicted salary is between 39500 - 39500 £ per year.
Position: WCA Registered Nurse – Hybrid
Location: Pontlanfraith
Salary: £39,500 per annum
Hours: Permanent, Monday to Friday 9:00 am to 5:00 pm – full‑time or part‑time options available. Hybrid workplace.
Be part of something great. Maximus is a global organisation specialising in health and employment services. Here in the UK, we employ around 5,000 people to deliver services that have a profound impact. From assessments and health services to employability programmes and specialist support, we do work that matters with people who care.
The role is necessary to carry out clinical reviews and provide case managers with advice in relation to complaints and enquiries in connection with PIP referrals. Complaints and enquiries can come from customers, representatives (including welfare rights groups & MPs) and DWP. Part of the role is also to provide outcomes and feedback on all complaints about healthcare professionals that is used for professional development, improvement and overall business improvements.
About the role
As a Nurse Functional Assessor at Maximus, you will use your clinical expertise to understand how a person's disability or health condition affects their daily life. You will work on complex cases involving physical and mental health conditions and chronic pain disorders. Your compassion and experience help customers move forward with their lives. The role can be challenging and rewarding; we provide a tailored training programme to help you thrive. You will begin with formal training, then assess customers, and receive ongoing support and mentorship.
Duties and responsibilities:
- Conduct telephone, video or face‑to‑face assessments to understand how a person's disability or health condition affects their daily life
- Produce Personal Independence Payment (PIP) reports to help the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) determine a person’s eligibility for benefits
- Utilise your clinical knowledge in a new setting with the support of regular feedback and supervision
Requirements:
- Valid NMC registration number
- At least 1 year of broad post‑registration adult or mental health experience gained within or outside the NHS
- Right to work in the UK – no sponsorship offered
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Comfortable using computer software to type and produce detailed reports
What we offer:
- £39,500 salary
- Flexible working – full‑time, part‑time and hybrid
- No bank holidays, evenings or weekends
- Leading maternity and paternity paid leave
- Bank holidays plus 25 days’ holiday with the option to buy or sell 5 days
- Ongoing CPD, clinical development and reimbursed validation fees
- £2,000 for referring a friend
- Life insurance and Medicash Healthcare Cash Plan
- £1,000 bonus for achieving accreditation within the first four months
- Competitive annual performance bonus, paid quarterly
- Minimum salary £38,000, maximum salary £49,000
EEO Statement:
MAXIMUS is committed to developing, maintaining and supporting a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion throughout the recruitment process. We know that feeling included has a dramatic impact on personal wellbeing and are working to ensure that no job applicant receives less favourable treatment due to any personal characteristic. Advertisements for posts will include sufficiently clear and accurate information to enable potential applicants to assess their own suitability for the post. We are a Disability Confident Leader, thanks to our commitment to the recruitment, retention and career development of people with disabilities and long‑term conditions. The Disability Confident scheme includes a guaranteed interview for any applicant with a disability who meets the minimum requirements for a job. When you complete your job application you will find a question asking if you would like to apply under the Disability Confident Guaranteed Interview Scheme. If you feel that you have a disability and apply under this scheme, providing that you meet the essential criteria for the job, you will then be invited for interview. Your Guaranteed Interview application will only be shared with the hiring manager and the local resourcing team. Where reasonable, MAXIMUS will review and consider adjustments for those applicants who express a requirement for them during the recruitment process.
SEP WCA Nurse - Hybrid employer: Maximus
Maximus is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being and professional growth of its employees. With a competitive salary, flexible working options, and a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion, Maximus fosters a supportive work culture where nurses can thrive in their roles while making a meaningful impact on the lives of others. The tailored training programmes and ongoing clinical development opportunities ensure that you are well-equipped to excel in your career as a WCA Nurse in the vibrant community of Pontlanfraith.
