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We are seeking an experienced Speech and Language Therapist (SLT) with expertise in neurodevelopmental assessment to join a specialist autism diagnostic service. In this role, you will deliver high-quality autism diagnostic assessments, with a primary focus on administering the Autism Diagnostic Interview – Revised (ADI-R) as part of a multidisciplinary assessment pathway. You will conduct structured developmental interviews, gather detailed clinical histories, and contribute to diagnostic decision-making through comprehensive clinical reports. This role is delivered remotely and offers the opportunity to focus on structured, high-quality assessments while working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team of clinicians involved in autism diagnosis.
Job Responsibility:
Deliver structured ADI-R assessments remotely in line with national clinical guidance and best practice
Conduct comprehensive developmental history interviews with parents, carers and/or individuals as part of the autism diagnostic process
Gather and synthesise information from clinical interviews, questionnaires, behavioural observations and collateral information where available
Use clinical judgement and professional expertise to contribute to diagnostic formulation using recognised frameworks such as DSM-5 / ICD-11
Produce high-quality clinical reports summarising assessment findings and supporting diagnostic decisions
Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation on the clinical platform
Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team (MDT) including psychologists, psychiatrists and other allied health professionals involved in the diagnostic pathway
Communicate sensitively and effectively with patients, families and carers throughout the assessment process
Identify and escalate safeguarding concerns in line with established procedures
Participate in MDT case discussions and contribute to diagnostic decision-making
Ensure compliance with clinical governance, safeguarding, confidentiality and data protection requirements
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of autism assessment practice and participate in relevant professional development
Requirements:
Degree or postgraduate qualification in Speech and Language Therapy
HCPC registration as a Speech and Language Therapist
Formal training in ADI-R (Autism Diagnostic Interview – Revised)
Demonstrable experience conducting autism or neurodevelopmental assessments
Strong clinical report writing skills
Experience working within multidisciplinary diagnostic teams
Ability to deliver assessments via remote or digital clinical platforms
Nice to have:
Training or experience in additional autism assessment tools such as ADOS-2, 3Di or DISCO
Experience working in CAMHS, adult autism services, or neurodevelopmental pathways