Functional Specialist – Part Time - Wales

Are you looking for a better work/life balance in a part time role? If you’re a registered nurse, paramedic, occupational therapist or physiotherapist ready to step away from shift work and hands-on care, this could be your perfect next move! Location: 40 Windsor Place, Cardiff CF10 3BW or one of our other clinics location across Wales We offer a values-driven environment – our Capita Values of Customers First, Fearless Innovation, Achieve Together and Everyone is Valued underpin how we treat each other and our clients. As a Functional Specialist you’ll use your clinical expertise and analytical skills in a different way - to meet with benefits claimants in person, on the phone or via video link, write reports and make important clinical recommendations, all while enjoying a more structured and flexible way of working. **Job title:** Functional Specialist – Part Time - Wales **Job Description:** **What we offer** * We offer contracts of 3 days (22.5hrs) or 4 days (30hrs) per week.  Days will usually be set and must include a Monday or a Friday. * Excellent training and ongoing support – be part of our valued team where wellbeing is prioritised. * Monday to Friday between 8am to 5pm with no weekend or night shifts (occasional 8pm finishes may be required). * £39,500 starting salary, rising to £40,500 after DWP approval pro rata. * 10% of Salary Bonus scheme (based on quality and performance). * Hybrid working – home and clinic based. * Watch this short video to find out more [https://capita.wistia.com/medias/2spl0ey4a9](https://capita.wistia.com/medias/2spl0ey4a9) **Other benefits** * HCPC/NMC fees paid and full revalidation support. * 15 weeks’ full maternity, adoption and shared parental pay. * Company pension, life assurance and Cycle2Work scheme. * Discounts across retail, travel, technology and wellbeing. * Free access to Headspace (for you and up to 5 others). * A paid volunteering day each year. * Ongoing training, development and clear career pathways. * 25 days’ holiday (rising to 27 with service) pro rata with the option to buy more up to 5 days. **What you’ll do in this role:**  * Conduct initial reviews, face-to-face, video or telephone assessments to evaluate how a claimant’s health condition or disability affects them for various types of benefit including WCA and PIP.  * Analyse and interpret clinical information and supporting evidence.  * Write detailed evidence-based reports to support the DWP in making informed and objective decisions - no treatment or diagnosis required.  * Use IT systems to support clinical decision-making and report writing.  * Develop your clinical knowledge and constantly learn about health conditions which are less familiar to you.  **What are PIP and WCA?**  * **Personal Independence Payment (PIP)** is a benefit for people with a long-term health condition or impairment. It is paid to make a contribution to the extra costs that disabled people may face, to help them lead full, active and independent lives.   * **Work Capability Assessment (WCA)** is a functional assessment that looks at a range of different activities relating to physical, mental, intellectual and cognitive functions, to help DWP determine a customer's capability for work or work-related activity.  **About you** * NMC registered Nurse (RGN, RMN or RNLD) **or** HCPC registered paramedic, occupational therapist or physiotherapist with a valid PIN and no current restrictions * Minimum of one year’s post-registration experience. * Strong communication and interpersonal skills. * Ability to produce clear, accurate and detailed reports. * Comfortable working quickly to meet structured targets. * Good IT skills including Microsoft Office, and the ability to learn new systems while working remotely. * excellent observational and communication skills, giving you the ability to listen, empathise and dig deeper. * A driving licence or access to transport for assessment centre working. **Please note:** all candidates must hold the right to work in the UK as we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. **Location:** Home-Based - GBR , United Kingdom **Time Type:** Part time **Contract Type:** Permanent