Job description

Job responsibilities

About the Role

We are delighted to announce the launch of our Adult Services, and we are now actively taking referrals. This is an exciting and valuable role within a busy service, providing essential assessments to adults. This is a hybrid or remote role located in one of our clinics in Harrogate, Huddersfield, Exeter, Norwich or Gosforth for suitably qualified clinicians working within the Evolve Neurodevelopmental Assessment Team for adults referred for Autism. We are looking for clinicians who are occupational therapists, speech and language therapists, learning disability nurses, or mental health nurses.

Some aspects of the role may be undertaken remotely. We have multiple positions availableboth remote and hybridwith some in-person work required for hybrid roles, to attract candidates with varying levels of experience and geographical locations, including senior roles. Hybrid roles must be able to travel to one of our locations, to undertake face-to-face assessments.

We are particularly interested in hearing from Allied Health Professionals, including Speech and Language Therapists (SaLT), Occupational Therapists (OT), Mental Health Nurses (MH Nurse), and Learning Disability Nurses (LD Nurse), who have experience in adult neurodevelopmental assessments.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive Autism assessments using established diagnostic tools.

• Complete in-depth clinical interviews, observations, and diagnostic evaluations.

• Prepare high-quality assessment reports with clear recommendations.

• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to deliver high standards of care.

• Engage in ongoing professional development, training, and clinical supervision.

Qualifications & Experience Required

• HCPC registered Practitioner Psychologist, Speech and Language Therapist (SaLT), Occupational Therapist (OT), NMC registered Mental Health Nurse (MH Nurse) or Learning Disability Nurse (LD Nurse), or GMC registered Medical Practitioner.

• Experience as a neurodevelopmental practitioner with relevant specialist training.

• Experience conducting diagnostic assessments for adult with suspected Autism.

• Experience conducting ADHD assessments, is advantageous but not essential

• Knowledge of DSM-5 diagnostic criteria and appropriate assessment tools.

• Understanding of differential diagnosis in neurodevelopmental and mental health conditions.

• Ideally ADOS-2 and/or ADI-R trained.

• Strong report writing and communication skills.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Benefits of Working with Us

• Hybrid working with flexibility for remote and in-person assessments.

• Pension scheme to support your future.

• Generous annual leave allowance to ensure a good work-life balance.

• Additional day off for your birthday or a day in lieu.

• Full ongoing training and clinical supervision to support your professional development.

• Company benefits and discounts to enhance your employee experience.

• Regular company events to foster team connection and engagement.

• Opportunities for career progression within a growing and supportive organisation.

If youre a dedicated Allied Health Professional looking to make a meaningful impact in neurodevelopmental assessment, wed love to hear from you!

Job responsibilities

About the Role

We are delighted to announce the launch of our Adult Services, and we are now actively taking referrals. This is an exciting and valuable role within a busy service, providing essential assessments to adults. This is a hybrid or remote role located in one of our clinics in Harrogate, Huddersfield, Exeter, Norwich or Gosforth for suitably qualified clinicians working within the Evolve Neurodevelopmental Assessment Team for adults referred for Autism. We are looking for clinicians who are occupational therapists, speech and language therapists, learning disability nurses, or mental health nurses.

Some aspects of the role may be undertaken remotely. We have multiple positions availableboth remote and hybridwith some in-person work required for hybrid roles, to attract candidates with varying levels of experience and geographical locations, including senior roles. Hybrid roles must be able to travel to one of our locations, to undertake face-to-face assessments.

We are particularly interested in hearing from Allied Health Professionals, including Speech and Language Therapists (SaLT), Occupational Therapists (OT), Mental Health Nurses (MH Nurse), and Learning Disability Nurses (LD Nurse), who have experience in adult neurodevelopmental assessments.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive Autism assessments using established diagnostic tools.

• Complete in-depth clinical interviews, observations, and diagnostic evaluations.

• Prepare high-quality assessment reports with clear recommendations.

• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to deliver high standards of care.

• Engage in ongoing professional development, training, and clinical supervision.

Qualifications & Experience Required

• HCPC registered Practitioner Psychologist, Speech and Language Therapist (SaLT), Occupational Therapist (OT), NMC registered Mental Health Nurse (MH Nurse) or Learning Disability Nurse (LD Nurse), or GMC registered Medical Practitioner.

• Experience as a neurodevelopmental practitioner with relevant specialist training.

• Experience conducting diagnostic assessments for adult with suspected Autism.

• Experience conducting ADHD assessments, is advantageous but not essential

• Knowledge of DSM-5 diagnostic criteria and appropriate assessment tools.

• Understanding of differential diagnosis in neurodevelopmental and mental health conditions.

• Ideally ADOS-2 and/or ADI-R trained.

• Strong report writing and communication skills.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Benefits of Working with Us

• Hybrid working with flexibility for remote and in-person assessments.

• Pension scheme to support your future.

• Generous annual leave allowance to ensure a good work-life balance.

• Additional day off for your birthday or a day in lieu.

• Full ongoing training and clinical supervision to support your professional development.

• Company benefits and discounts to enhance your employee experience.

• Regular company events to foster team connection and engagement.

• Opportunities for career progression within a growing and supportive organisation.

If youre a dedicated Allied Health Professional looking to make a meaningful impact in neurodevelopmental assessment, wed love to hear from you!

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience conducting diagnostic assessments for Autism and/or ADHD in adults.
• Experience working with neurodevelopmental disorders and/or mental health difficulties in a clinical setting.
• Proficiency in using DSM-5 diagnostic criteria and appropriate assessment tools.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare clear, professional reports.
• Experience working as part of a multidisciplinary team and ability to work independently.

Desirable

• Experience in supervising or mentoring junior staff (especially for senior roles).
• Experience providing training or support to colleagues in the area of neurodevelopmental assessments.

Qualifications

Essential

• HCPC registered Practitioner Psychologist, Speech and Language Therapist (SaLT), Occupational Therapist (OT), NMC registered Mental Health Nurse (MH Nurse), Learning Disability Nurse (LD Nurse), or GMC registered Medical Practitioner.

Desirable

• ADOS-2/ADI-R trained
• Additional qualifications or specialist training in Autism, ADHD, or mental health conditions.

Experience

Essential

• Experience conducting diagnostic assessments for Autism and/or ADHD in adults.
• Experience working with neurodevelopmental disorders and/or mental health difficulties in a clinical setting.
• Proficiency in using DSM-5 diagnostic criteria and appropriate assessment tools.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare clear, professional reports.
• Experience working as part of a multidisciplinary team and ability to work independently.

Desirable

• Experience in supervising or mentoring junior staff (especially for senior roles).
• Experience providing training or support to colleagues in the area of neurodevelopmental assessments.

Qualifications

Essential

• HCPC registered Practitioner Psychologist, Speech and Language Therapist (SaLT), Occupational Therapist (OT), NMC registered Mental Health Nurse (MH Nurse), Learning Disability Nurse (LD Nurse), or GMC registered Medical Practitioner.

Desirable

• ADOS-2/ADI-R trained
• Additional qualifications or specialist training in Autism, ADHD, or mental health conditions.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Evolve Psychology Services

Address

64 Plover Road

Huddersfield

HD3 3HR

Employer's website

https://evolvepsychology.org (Opens in a new tab)