iGo Recruitment • BN7 2XR
About this role
Functional Assessor (Nurse / Physiotherapist / Occupational Therapist / Paramedic / Pharmacist) – Lewes (Hybrid)
£45,300–£48,000 + Bonus | Monday–Friday | No nights or weekends
Role overview
We are recruiting registered clinicians to join a Functional Assessor team delivering Personal Independence Payment (PIP) assessments in Lewes.
This is a structured, assessment‑based role for healthcare professionals seeking to move away from shift work, frontline pressure, or hands‑on clinical care into a predictable, office‑hours position. The role is non‑clinical, non‑hands‑on, and focused on professional judgement, communication, and report writing.
This is a Monday to Friday role with hybrid working and a comprehensive training programme provided.
Key details
Salary
£45,300–£48,000 plus approval and performance‑related bonus
Location
Lewes assessment centre
Working pattern
Monday to Friday, office hours only
Hybrid working
Typically two days per week onsite (not fully remote)
No nights, weekends, shifts, or on‑call
Full‑time and part‑time roles available
Working pattern and training
Full‑time and part‑time opportunities available
Part‑time options of 3 or 4 days per week
All roles require completion of a 9‑week full‑time training programme
Once qualified, hybrid working applies with attendance at the Lewes centre
The role You will complete structured PIP functional assessments, focusing on how health conditions affect daily living and mobility. Assessments are carried out within clearly defined clinical frameworks, with ongoing audit, feedback, and clinical support.
Assessments are completed via
Telephone
Video consultation
Face‑to‑face (non‑clinical setting)
All appointments are pre‑booked with appropriate time allocated per assessment. You will typically complete 3 to 5 assessments per day, depending on assessment type.
What you will do
Carry out structured functional assessments using clinical judgement
Explore how physical or mental health conditions impact daily living and mobility
Review medical evidence and supporting documentation
Produce clear, objective, evidence‑based written reports
Use secure digital assessment systems
Communicate professionally and empathetically throughout the assessment process
What you will not do
Provide hands‑on clinical care
Prescribe or deliver treatment
Make diagnoses
Make benefit entitlement decisions
Work nights, weekends, or shifts
Eligible professions (essential) Applicants must be registered as one of the following
Nurse – RGN / RMN / RNLD (NMC registration)
Physiotherapist (HCPC registration)
Occupational Therapist (HCPC registration)
Paramedic (HCPC registration)
Pharmacist (GPhC registration)
Essential criteria
Minimum 12 months post‑registration clinical experience
Strong communication and report‑writing skills
Confidence using IT systems and working to structured processes
Applicants must have the Right to Work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available.
Salary and benefits
Salary £45,300–£48,000 (pro rata for part‑time)
Approval bonus plus performance‑related bonus
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata)
Option to buy or sell annual leave
Professional registration fees paid
4 CPD days per year plus ongoing clinical support
Pension scheme with up to 6% employer contribution
Employee discounts and wellbeing support
Is this role right for you? This role is ideal for clinicians seeking predictable hours, structured work, and a more sustainable work‑life balance in an assessment‑focused environment.
It does not suit candidates seeking a fully remote or hands‑on clinical role.
Apply
Apply via iGo Recruitment or call 01908 041443 for more information. Our team will support you throughout the process from application to offer.
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