WCA Functional Assessor – Leicester

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Posted 7 May 2026
LOCATION
Leicester
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
SALARY
£39,500 / year
CATEGORY
Healthcare
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SKILLS

NMC registration (RGN or RMN) HCPC registration (Physiotherapist or Occupational Therapist) Broad post-registration experience (1+ year) Clinical assessment and report writing Excellent verbal and written communication Competent IT and computer skills Experience with diverse conditions including mental health Telephone, video and face-to-face assessment delivery

FULL DESCRIPTION

WCA Functional Assessor – Leicester

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Consulting Group is seeking a WCA Functional Assessor in Leicester. This is a hybrid role with an excellent starting salary of £39,500 per year. Full-time and part-time options available.

About the Role

NMC and HCPC professionals are eligible to apply.

What is on offer as a WCA Functional Assessor?

  • Excellent starting salary at £39,500pa
  • Monday to Friday working hours
  • Full time and part time available (3, 4 or 5 days per week available)
  • Leicester based when working on-site
  • 25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays + Pension + Package
  • Hybrid/home working available
  • NMC or HCPC fees paid for and CPD revalidation support provided

What does the Functional Assessor role involve?

The Functional Assessor role will involve you carrying out 5 client assessments per day on behalf of clients seeking WCA (Work Capability Assessment). A typical day will see you carry out telephone, video or face-to-face assessments to understand how a person’s disability or health condition affects their ability to perform work-related activity. You’ll listen to their experiences, ask questions and use your insights to produce a factual report to help the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) determine their eligibility for benefits. That’s the good news; the DWP make the final decision, you don’t. Your role is to gather information and produce the report.

This is an exceptional opportunity to work with a well-established, people focussed organisation. You’ll receive outstanding training and support to ensure you are the best you can be in your new Functional Assessor role!

What we look for;

  • An NMC registered nurse (RGN or RMN) or HCPC qualified Physiotherapist or Occupational Therapist with 1 year’s or more broad post-registration experience
  • Someone who’s proactive and keen to learn
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Competent IT and computer skills
  • Comfortable working with a diverse range of conditions, including mental health

Details

  • Avg Salary: £39,500 /year
  • Location: Leicester
  • Employment Type: Full Time, Part Time
  • Contact: [contact hidden]

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