WCA Functional Assessor – Bishop Auckland
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WCA Functional Assessor – Bishop Auckland
[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Consulting Group is seeking a WCA Functional Assessor for a hybrid role in Bishop Auckland. Conduct 5 client assessments per day for the DWP. Permanent position with excellent benefits.
- Salary: £39,500 per year
- Location: Bishop Auckland (hybrid)
- Employment Type: Full Time, Part Time
- Contact: [contact hidden]
About the Role
NMC and HCPC professionals are eligible to apply. As a WCA Functional Assessor, you will carry out 5 client assessments per day via telephone, video, or face-to-face 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 produce a factual report to help the DWP determine benefit eligibility. The DWP makes the final decision; your role is to gather information and produce the report.
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)
- Bishop Auckland 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 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
Apply Today
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