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Disability Assessor - PIP/WCA - Barnstaple

Everpool
Posted 10 hours ago, valid for 17 days
Location

Barnstaple, Devon EX32 8PF, England

Salary

£39,500 per annum

Contract type

Full Time

Retirement Plan

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  • The role of Disability Assessor involves evaluating individuals applying for financial support through Personal Independence Payment (PIP) or Work Capacity Assessments (WCA).
  • This position offers a salary of £39,500 per year and requires a minimum of 2 years post-registration experience as an Adult Registered Clinician.
  • The job is hybrid, allowing for 50% home-based work and 50% on-site in Barnstaple, with structured hours from Monday to Friday, excluding weekends and bank holidays.
  • Key responsibilities include conducting assessments, writing evidence-based reports, and engaging with claimants compassionately.
  • The role provides a meaningful career change, comprehensive training, and additional benefits such as healthcare and pension schemes.
Role: Disability Assessor - WCA/PIPSalary: £39,500 per year + excellent work-life balanceLocation: Barnstaple / EX22 – Hybrid (50% home, 50% on-site)Hours: 40 hours per week | Monday to Friday | No weekends or bank holidaysAre you looking for a meaningful career change?If you’re an Adult Registered Clinician ready to apply your expertise in a new and rewarding way, this role offers a fantastic opportunity to step away from hands-on clinical work while making a real impact.As a Disability Assessor, you will have the choice to work in either Personal Independence Payment (PIP) assessments or Work Capacity Assessments (WCA). In both roles, you will use your clinical knowledge to assess individuals applying for financial support, evaluating how their condition affects their daily life and ability to work.This hybrid role allows for a healthy work-life balance, with 50% home-based working and 50% on-site in Barnstaple. Enjoy the stability of structured hours—no shifts, no weekends, and no bank holidays.  Who Can Apply?To be eligible, you must be an Adult Registered Clinician with:
  • Full and clean registration with the NMC or HCPC
  • A minimum of 2 years post-registration experience.
  • A background in one of the following Adult-Only professions:
  • Adult-Only Occupational Therapist
  • Adult-Only Registered General Nurse (RGN)
  • Adult-Only Paramedic
  • Adult-Only Physiotherapist
  • Adult-Only Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN)
  • Strong IT and typing skills to manage case documentation and reports.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  Key Responsibilities:As a Disability Assessor, your role will involve:
  • Conducting detailed functional assessments of adult claimants applying for PIP or WCA
  • Evaluating how a claimant’s condition affects their daily living and ability to work
  • Writing clear, evidence-based reports to support benefit eligibility decisions
  • Engaging with claimants in a professional, compassionate, and supportive manner
  • Utilizing IT systems to document case files and reports efficiently
  • Working independently while being part of a multidisciplinary team
Why Join Us?
  • £39,500 salary with a structured work-life balance
  • Monday to Friday only – No weekends, evenings, or bank holidays
  • Hybrid working – 50% home-based and 50% on-site
  • Comprehensive training and development programs
  • A rewarding role where your expertise supports individuals in need
  • Additional benefits, including healthcare, pension schemes, and bonus potential
How to ApplyIf you're an Adult Registered Clinician looking for a rewarding career change, we want to hear from you! Apply today to take the next step in your career.Email:  Mobile: 

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.