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Are you passionate about neurodiversity, mental health and inclusive practice? Do you want to make a real difference to the lives of autistic people and those with ADHD? We are seeking a skilled and experienced HCPC-registered Psychologist to join our expanding Neurodiversity Assessment Service, delivering high-quality, neuroaffirmative Autism, ADHD, and combined AuDHD identification assessments for children (aged 7+) and adults. This is a fully remote role, operating within a multidisciplinary team of psychologists, Speech and Language Therapists, and Occupational Therapists. All assessments are conducted in line with NICE and in line with DSM-5, and ICD-11 diagnostic frameworks.
Job Responsibility
Deliver high-quality, neuroaffirmative Autism and ADHD identification assessments for children (aged 7+) and adults through virtual/remote platforms, in accordance with NICE guidelines
Administer, score, and interpret specialist neurodiversity assessment tools, including the ADOS-2 (Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule – Second Edition) and ADI-R (Autism Diagnostic Interview – Revised), as well as validated ADHD assessment measures
Conduct thorough initial Neurodiversity Consultations, clarifying presenting concerns, priorities and individual goals in a collaborative, person-centred manner
Complete comprehensive biopsychosocial and multidisciplinary formulations, integrating information from multiple sources including developmental history, observation, standardised assessment, and collateral information
Undertake risk screening and safeguarding assessments in line with relevant UK legislation and organisational procedures, with particular attention to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people
Identify and communicate relevant reasonable accommodations across educational, workplace, and community settings
Produce high-quality written assessment reports that present complex clinical information in a clear, accessible, and strengths-based manner, suitable for individuals, families, and professional stakeholders
Deliver clear, sensitive, and neuroaffirmative feedback sessions to individuals and families following assessment completion
Hold a designated caseload, acting as lead practitioner and guiding clients through their assessment journey from initial consultation to post-diagnostic support
Collaborate closely with MDT colleagues — including SLTs, OTs, and fellow psychologists — to ensure integrated, person-centred assessment formulations
Psychological Therapies: Provide formulation‑led psychological intervention, managing risk, outcomes, and treatment progression in line with clinical need
Psychological Assessment: Conduct psychological assessments to inform diagnosis, treatment planning, and appropriate onward pathways
Support the Clinical Manager in day-to-day service operations, including outcomes monitoring, quality assurance, and clinical governance activities
Liaise with external agencies including education, health, and social care services as required
Requirements
Doctoral qualification in Psychology (Clinical, Counselling, or Educational)
Current registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
Chartered Psychologist status with the British Psychological Society (BPS)
Minimum 2 years post-HCPC registration experience, including neurodiversity assessment experience
Formal training and demonstrated competence in ADOS-2 administration and interpretation
Formal training and demonstrated competence in ADI-R administration and interpretation
Experience conducting neurodiversity assessments across the lifespan, with awareness of age-related presentation differences
Experience producing comprehensive neurodiversity assessment reports, including recommendations and reasonable accommodations
Experience providing post-diagnostic feedback to individuals and families
Experience working as part of a multidisciplinary assessment team
Experience of biopsychosocial and systemic formulation of neurodevelopmental presentations
Strong knowledge of NICE guidelines relevant to Autism (NG142, NG228) and ADHD (NG87)
Knowledge of DSM-5 and ICD-11 diagnostic criteria for Autism and ADHD
Knowledge of co-occurring conditions (e.g. anxiety, learning disabilities, developmental trauma) and their interaction with neurodevelopmental presentations
Knowledge of reasonable adjustments legislation (Equality Act 2010) and their application in educational and workplace settings
Knowledge of safeguarding and risk frameworks relevant to children, young people, and adults in the UK
Experience delivering remote/virtual assessments to children (7+) and/or adults
Nice to have
Experience assessing combined AuDHD presentations
Experience adapting assessments for individuals with co-occurring intellectual disabilities, sensory needs, or complex communication profiles
Experience of providing clinical supervision to more junior staff
Experience of consultation and training on neurodiversity to families, schools, or other professionals
Knowledge of SpLD frameworks (e.g. dyslexia, dyspraxia/DCD) and their interaction with neurodevelopmental conditions
Experience working across NHS and independent sector pathways
Experience contributing to service development, audit, or quality improvement
What we offer
Part-time permanent contract at 32hrs per week
Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
Fully remote working
25 days annual leave
24/7 EAP and a wide range of health and wellbeing supports
Monthly clinical supervision from a specialist in neurodiversity
A welcoming and supportive multidisciplinary team
Training and continuing professional development opportunities, including specialist neurodiversity assessment tools
The opportunity to work in a neuroaffirmative way and contribute to a meaningful shift in how neurodiversity is understood and supported
The chance to contribute to the development of an innovative, digital-first neurodiversity service