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Occupational Therapist Assessor
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Occupational Therapist Assessor
Occupational Therapist Assessor / Functional Specialist
Hybrid Role (Wales) – Capita Health Assessment Advisory Service (HAAS)
Company Description
Are you an registered Occupational Therapist seeking a shift away from shift-based work, a more structured schedule, and a role that feels less physically demanding?
Capita’s values-driven environment – underpinned by Customers First, Fearless Innovation, Achieve Together, and Everyone is Valued – shapes how we support both clients and each other. We offer hybrid working options across clinical locations in Wales.
The Role – Occupational Therapist Assessor / Functional Specialist
Utilise your clinical expertise and analytical skills in a new capacity. As part of Capita HAAS (Health Assessment Advisory Service), you’ll:
- Meet benefits claimants (in person or via video) to evaluate their daily living needs.
- Write in-depth reports with clear clinical recommendations for the DWP.
- Enjoy structured, flexible hours – no weekend, night shifts, or scheduled days off (spending Monday to Friday, 8am–5pm – occasional 8pm finishes may apply).
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct structured assessments to determine how health conditions affect day-to-day tasks.
- Produce detailed, evidence-based reports (3,000–4,000 words) supporting fair DWP decisions.
- Complete up to 3 assessments per week (face-to-face, video, or telephone).
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About You
To be successful, you must:
✅ Be an HCPC-registered Occupational Therapist with:
- A valid PIN and no current practice restrictions.
- A minimum of 1 year’s post-registration clinical experience.
✅ Possess:
- Strong communication skills (listening, empathising, articulating clearly).
- Quick and accurate written reports with emphasis on evidence-based reasoning.
- Comfort with structured targets and rapid decision-making.
- Basic IT skills (Microsoft Office competency; willingness to learn new systems remotely).
- Observational expertise paired with the ability to dig deeper in client interactions.
✅ Practical Requirements:
- Access to a driving license or reliable transport (for face-to-face assessments).
- Right to work in the UK (no visa sponsorship available).
What We Offer
Compensation
- Starting salary: £39,500 (p.a.).
- Year 1 progression: £40,500 after DWP approval.
- 10% Salary Bonus scheme (performance-based).
Work Structure
- Hybrid model: Up to 3 days per week home-based, 2 days clinic-based (Wales-wide locations).
- Fixed hours: Monday–Friday, 8am–5pm (rare emergencies <8pm).
Professional Development & Support
- Ongoing training, revalidation support (HCPC/NMC fees covered).
- Career pathways with clear progression routes.
Benefits
- Pension scheme, life assurance, and a Cycle2Work scheme.
- 15 weeks full pay for maternity, adoption, or shared parental leave.
- Recipe discount cards for retail, travel, exercise, and wellbeing tech.
- Free Headspace access (extendable to 5 close family members).
- One paid volunteering day per year.
- Generous holiday allowance:
- 25 days annual leave (increases to 27 days with tenure).
- Add up to 5 extra days buyable.
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Additional Reminders
About Capita HAAS
As the government’s Health Assessment Advisory Service provider, we:
- Assess claims for PIP (Personal Independence Payment), ESA (Employment and Support Allowance), and Universal Credit.
Security & Compliance
- Vetting requirements apply. All hires must clear UK Government Baseline Personnel Security Standard, including an Enhanced Criminal Conviction Check (spent and unspent offences visible).
What Happens Next?
Apply via [Capita’s short application form](https://failuretat cc) while ensuring your CV has no unexplained gaps.
🔹 Equal opportunities employer. 🔹 Disability Confident Leader: Candidates with disabilities meeting the minimum criteria are guaranteed an interview.
For queries or adjustment support:
- Email: [email-address redacted]
- Telephone: 0300 303 8544
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