Disability Assessor (PIP / WCA)
Urgent Hiring! Disability Assessor – Reading. This role offers a hybrid working environment (home and office based), with a full‑time or part‑time schedule. We seek candidates with clinical experience who want a structured 9 am–5 pm role, no nights, weekends, or bank holidays.
Core Responsibilities
- Conduct structured assessments (telephone and face‑to‑face) for PIP and WCA cases.
- Review medical evidence and assess daily living impact.
- Produce detailed reports for the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP).
- Make objective recommendations based on the evidence presented.
- Work in a focused assessment‑only role—no prescribing, treatment planning, or shift pressures.
Qualifications
- Registered Adult Nurse (NMC)
- Occupational Therapist (HCPC)
- Physiotherapist (HCPC)
- Paramedic (HCPC, PIP only)
- Pharmacist (GPhC, PIP only)
- Minimum 1 year post‑registration experience in an adult setting.
- At least 1 year of active registration.
- Strong communication and report‑writing skills.
- Confident IT and typing skills.
- Currently not available for sponsorship.
Compensation & Benefits
- PIP Assessor (3 assessments per day): £45,300 + bonus. Salary increase of £1,000 after 6 and 12 months.
- WCA Assessor (5–6 shorter assessments per day): £48,000 + bonus. Salary increase of £1,000 after 6 months.
- Up to 10 % quality and performance bonus.
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
- Option to purchase up to 5 additional days.
- Up to 6 % pension contribution.
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme.
- BUPA Anytime Helpline.
- Retail discounts (1,000+ brands).
- Paid volunteering day.
- ShareSave scheme.
- Clear internal progression pathways.
Hours & Working Pattern
- Full‑time (WCA/PIP): Monday to Friday, 9 am – 5 pm.
- Part‑time (WCA only) – 0.6 FTE (3 days) or 0.8 FTE (4 days). PT must work Friday; remaining days are flexible.
Training
- 12‑week paid training covering assessment techniques, DWP guidelines, and report writing.
- Full support provided before working independently.
Ready for a structured 9 am–5 pm role that lets you use your clinical expertise without prescribing or shift pressures?
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