Functional Assessor (WCA) – Chelmsford
Starting Salary £49,432 | Annual £2,000 Pay Progression | Up to 10% Bonus | January 2027 Start Dates
Are you a Registered Nurse, Occupational Therapist or Physiotherapist looking to use your clinical expertise in a new and rewarding way?
We are recruiting Functional Assessors in Chelmsford to join a leading provider of Work Capability Assessments (WCA). This is an excellent opportunity for healthcare professionals seeking greater work-life balance, structured career progression and a highly competitive salary package while continuing to make a meaningful difference to people's lives.
What's on Offer?
- Starting salary of £49,432
- Salary increase of £2,000 per annum
- Performance bonus of up to 10%
- Comprehensive fully paid training programme
- Monday to Friday working hours
- No night shifts or weekends
- Hybrid working available following successful completion of training
- Generous annual leave entitlement
- Pension scheme and additional benefits package
- Ongoing professional development and support
- January 2027 start dates available
About the Role
As a Functional Assessor, you will use your clinical knowledge to assess how an individual's health condition or disability affects their ability to work and carry out daily activities.
You will:
- Conduct structured assessments with claimants
- Review medical evidence and supporting documentation
- Produce detailed, objective reports
- Apply clinical judgement to support benefit decision-making
- Deliver professional and compassionate consultations
This is an assessment-focused role rather than a treatment role, allowing you to utilise your clinical expertise in a different environment.
Who We're Looking For
Applicants must:
- Hold current NMC or HCPC registration
- Be a Registered Nurse (RGN, RMN or RNLD), Physiotherapist or Occupational Therapist
- Have a minimum of 12 months post-registration clinical experience
- Demonstrate excellent communication and report-writing skills
- Be comfortable working autonomously and managing consultations
Why Switch to Functional Assessment?
Many clinicians choose Functional Assessment because it offers:
- Improved work-life balance
- Predictable weekday working hours
- Reduced physical demands compared to many frontline clinical roles
- Opportunities for career progression
- The chance to use and develop advanced assessment and communication skills
Apply Today
If you're ready to take the next step in your healthcare career and join a supportive organisation that values your clinical expertise, we'd love to hear from you.
January 2027 start dates are now available in Chelmsford.
To find out more or apply, contact Gaia Recruitment for a confidential discussion.