Functional Assessor

Exeter Exam Works Partnerships Jan 13, 2026

Are you a Registered Nurse, Paramedic, Occupational Therapist, OR Physiotherapist looking for a rewarding role that offers an excellent work/life balance?

We are currently recruiting Functional Assessors to support the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) in delivering assessments for Personal Independence Payment (PIP) and Work Capability Assessments (WCA).
If you’re looking for a role that allows you to apply your clinical expertise, provides career progression, and offers a flexible working environment, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

• A minimum of 1-year post-qualification experience as a Registered Nurse (RGN, RMN, RNLD), Paramedic, Occupational Therapist, or Physiotherapist.
• Valid PIN and full registration on the NMC or HCPC, with no conditions or restrictions.
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to listen, show empathy, and explore further when required.
• Strong time management skills with the ability to work to targets and maintain the quality of reports.
• A good level of computer literacy and to be comfortable with typing.
• A passion for working with and supporting people with both mental and physical health conditions.
• A strong knowledge of long term and chronic conditions, with experience across medical, chronic illness and acute settings.

(You must be available for a 5-week training period from your start date)

You will be using your clinical expertise to assess and analyse medical evidence, assessing individuals via telephone, video and face to face. Providing comprehensive, evidence-based reports.

• Produce detailed reports that justify your findings and recommendations to support the DWP in the decision-making process.
• Work closely with claimants to ensure they are fully informed during the assessment process, managing their expectations and being empathetic during a difficult situation.

If you are a Nurse (RGN, RMN, RNLD), Paramedic, Occupational Therapist, or Physiotherapist and you’re ready to take on a new challenge as a Disability Assessor, we want to hear from you!

• Salary between £39,500 and £41,500 per annum (Location dependent)
• Annual salary reviews
• 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
• Professional membership cost covered
• Company sick pay (up to annual cap)
• Discounts
• Health and wellbeing benefits including free physio