Functional Assessor - Hybrid - Hitchin (SG5)

We are recruiting RGN, RMN and RNLD Nurses, Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists to work as Functional Assessors in Hitchin, completing functional health assessments for the Work Capability Assessment (WCA) service.

This role is also known as a Nurse Assessor, Disability Assessor, Clinical Assessor or WCA Assessor. You will complete structured assessments, review medical evidence and produce clear, evidence-based reports for the Department for Work and Pensions. This is a non-treatment role.

The role You will explore how a person’s physical or mental health condition affects their functional capability for work or work-related activity.

Assessments may take place by telephone, online video appointment or face-to-face at the local assessment centre. You will gather accurate information through structured questioning, apply your clinical knowledge and professional judgement, and produce clear, concise and evidence-based reports.

An honest picture of the role This is a report-writing role as much as an assessment role. A significant part of the working day involves gathering detailed information, using IT systems and producing structured written reports.

You will not provide treatment, make medical diagnoses, give medical advice or make the final decision on benefit entitlement.

Working pattern This is a permanent hybrid role based between home and the Hitchin assessment centre at SG5 1LL.

The normal working pattern is Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm, with no nights, weekends or rotating shifts. Full-time roles are available, and part-time applications may also be considered. The vacancy is not fully remote.

Training You will complete a comprehensive, full-time training programme before undertaking assessments independently.

Part-time applicants must be available for the initial full-time training period before moving to their agreed part-time hours.

Essential requirements You must hold current NMC or HCPC registration appropriate to your profession, with no restrictions affecting practice. You must have at least 12 months of post-registration clinical experience, strong written and verbal communication skills, sound clinical judgement and confidence using IT systems.

You must have the right to work in the UK and be willing to complete the required pre-employment screening, including an Enhanced DBS check. Visa sponsorship is not available for this vacancy.

Eligible professions RGN, RMN and RNLD Nurses, Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists.

Salary The salary is £50,000.

Support throughout your application iGo Recruitment will check your eligibility, confirm the nearest available assessment centre and help you understand the WCA service and what the Functional Assessor role involves before you apply.

We will help you prepare professionally for each stage of the Serco interview process, keep you updated throughout your application and guide you through to offer and onboarding.

How to apply Apply with your CV or call iGo Recruitment on 01908 041443 for a confidential discussion about the Functional Assessor vacancy in Hitchin. Apply for this job