Job Summary
Join Evolve Psychology as a Specialist Neurodevelopmental Practitioner and make a real difference in the lives of children, young people, and their families. This hybrid role allows a mix of clinic‑based and remote work, with full‑time or part‑time applications considered (minimum three days per week). You will work within a supportive, multidisciplinary team delivering high‑quality autism and ADHD assessments via NHS‑funded referrals and private pathways. This is your chance to combine clinical excellence with compassionate care, using evidence‑based tools to provide accurate diagnoses and meaningful feedback. Opportunities to contribute to training, research, and service development are also available.
Main duties of the job
* Conduct structured observations and developmental history interviews.
* Contribute to multidisciplinary diagnostic discussions.
* Produce accurate, evidence‑based clinical reports.
* Provide compassionate feedback to families.
* Deliver clinical supervision where applicable.
* Meet service KPIs efficiently.
About Evolve Psychology
Evolve Psychology is a clinician‑led, award‑winning independent service specialising in neurodevelopmental assessments for autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and dyscalculia. Founded in 2014, it offers high‑quality care across the UK, with NHS contracts and private pathways, supported by a multidisciplinary team of over 100 experts.
The role
As a Specialist Neurodevelopmental Practitioner, you will deliver comprehensive assessments, ensuring timely, accurate diagnoses that lead to appropriate support and improved outcomes for families.
You Will Be Responsible For
* Conducting face‑to‑face structured observations.
* Conducting remote developmental history interviews via Zoom.
* Participating collaboratively in peer MDT diagnostic discussions, supported by senior clinicians where needed.
* Delivering clear, compassionate feedback to families.
* Producing accurate clinical reports, including diagnostic formulations.
* Working efficiently to meet service Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
* Delivering clinical supervision (where applicable).
* Traveling to the clinic base for in‑person assessments (hybrid only).
Our Ways Of Working
* Digital workflows and smart report‑writing reduce admin time and enhance clinical impact.
* A custom‑built electronic health record system developed in‑house.
* Continuous improvement of internal systems based on employee feedback.
* Ongoing training and onboarding for all technologies and systems.
* In‑house IT and operational support.
Qualifications And Experience
* Minimum 1 year of professional registration with HCPC, NMC, GMC, or Social Work England (e.g., Clinical Psychologist, Counselling Psychologist, Educational Psychologist, Speech and Language Therapist, Occupational Therapist, Mental Health Nurse, Learning Disability Nurse, General Nurse, Children's Nurse, Medical Practitioner, Social Worker).
* Minimum 1 year of experience conducting diagnostic assessments for autism and/or ADHD in children and young people.
* Strong understanding of differential diagnosis in neurodevelopmental presentations.
* In‑depth knowledge of DSM‑5 diagnostic criteria for autism and ADHD.
* Trained and experienced in the use of diagnostic tools such as ADOS‑2, ADI‑R, etc.
* Effective time‑management and caseload organisation skills.
* Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team and participate in collaborative diagnostic discussions.
* Highly developed written language skills for producing high‑quality clinical reports.
* Well‑developed communication skills with children, young people, and their families.
* Eligibility to work in the UK.
Benefits
* A values‑led culture that prioritises clinical quality, compassion, and staff wellbeing.
* Continued professional development, clinical supervision, and reflective practice.
* Competitive salary (£30,000–£55,000) based on experience, with annual salary reviews and pension contributions.
* Generous leave entitlement: 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays, plus a day off for your birthday.
* Private healthcare.
* A company laptop and on‑call IT support to enable seamless remote working.
* Opportunities to contribute beyond clinical work through the Evolve Skills & Research Academy.
* Company events and a collaborative multidisciplinary team passionate about improving outcomes for neurodivergent individuals and families.
Legal & Registration Requirements
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check. Applicants must have current UK professional registration.
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