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JOB-20240905-7a6f785b

Job Title: Blue Badge Assessment Officer - Occupational Therapist / Physiotherapist 
 Location: Eastbourne (Hybrid Working) 
 Salary: £26.00 per hour 
 Contract: Full-Time, Ongoing

Step into a rewarding and impactful role as a Blue Badge Assessment Officer in Eastbourne, where your clinical expertise as an Occupational Therapist or Physiotherapist will make a real difference to people's mobility and independence. This ongoing full-time position gives you the opportunity to carry out essential assessments-both remotely and in person-ensuring fair and accurate decisions for Blue Badge applicants. With an excellent hybrid working model and meaningful community impact, this role is perfect for a compassionate professional seeking variety, autonomy, and purpose.

<h3>Perks and Benefits:</h3>

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Hybrid Working: Enjoy a flexible routine with most days spent working from home and only one day a week required in the office-supporting a healthy work-life balance.
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Professional Growth: Develop your assessment expertise through varied and engaging casework that challenges your clinical judgement and strengthens your professional confidence.
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Community Contribution: Play a vital role in improving the lives of residents by supporting their mobility needs and access to essential services.
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Autonomy and Responsibility: Use your clinical insight to guide decision-making independently, ensuring assessments are both fair and thorough.
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Supportive Team Culture: Join a collaborative, welcoming team where your input is valued and your work is recognised.
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<h3>What You Will Do:</h3>

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Carry out desk-based telephone assessments and in-person mobility evaluations to determine Blue Badge eligibility, in line with Department for Transport criteria.
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Apply professional clinical judgement to assess how health conditions affect mobility during journeys.
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Work closely with issuing assistants and applicants to ensure accurate decisions, offering clear explanations where needed.
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Assess applications for both adults and children, considering all relevant legislation and guidance.
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Support the Team Manager in handling complaints and appeals by providing informed, objective professional input.
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Uphold equality, diversity, and inclusion values, ensuring assessments respect each applicant's social, cultural, linguistic, and religious background.
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Requirements:

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Professional qualification in Occupational Therapy or Physiotherapy.
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Registration with HCPC.
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Strong communication, empathy, and
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