WCA Functional Assessor – Ayr
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WCA Functional Assessor – Ayr
[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Consulting Group
- Location: Ayr (hybrid working available)
- Salary: £39,500pa
- Type: Full-time or Part-time
- Category: Healthcare
- Contact: [contact hidden]
About the Role
[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Consulting Group is seeking NMC and HCPC professionals to join as a WCA Functional Assessor. This is an exceptional opportunity to work with a well-established, people-focused organisation. You will receive outstanding training and support.
What is on offer
- Excellent starting salary at £39,500pa
- Monday to Friday working hours
- Full time and part time available (3, 4 or 5 days per week)
- Ayr 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
Role Responsibilities
The Functional Assessor role involves 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. The DWP make the final decision; your role is to gather information and produce the report.
What We Look For
- An NMC registered nurse (RGN or RMN) or HCPC qualified Physiotherapist or Occupational Therapist with 1 year 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
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