Autism Assessment Psychologist (Adults & Children) - Remote (UK) and/or Leeds (in-person)
Rates & Working Arrangements
* £350 per remote assessment
* £400 per on-site assessment (Leeds)
* Up to 4 assessments per day
* Assessment hours: 08:00–22:00, Monday–Sunday
Overview
A clinician-led neurodevelopmental service is expanding its Autism Assessment provision for adults and children and is seeking experienced HCPC-registered psychologists to join its assessor team. The role involves delivering high-quality, evidence-based autism assessments within a robust clinical governance framework and a neuro-affirming, patient-centred approach.
You will manage the full assessment pathway end-to-end, integrating standardised tools, clinical interview, developmental history, and observation, and producing clear, defensible diagnostic reports.
Key Responsibilities
* Deliver autism diagnostic assessments for adults and/or children (remote and/or Leeds clinic)
* Complete clinical interview, functional impact assessment, and neurodevelopmental history
* Review and integrate collateral information (family, informants, records)
* Use and interpret assessment tools including AQ10, RAADS, CAT-Q, and AQ50
* Undertake and document structured behavioural observation (e.g. ADOS-2 or agreed alternative)
* Formulate diagnostic outcomes using recognised frameworks (DSM/ICD), including differential diagnosis
* Produce high-quality diagnostic reports within agreed timeframes
* Provide professional, sensitive feedback sessions with psychoeducation and recommendations
* Maintain accurate clinical records and comply with governance, safeguarding, and GDPR requirements
Essential Criteria
* HCPC registration as a Psychologist, one of the following:
* Clinical Psychologist
* Counselling Psychologist
* Forensic Psychologist
* Educational Psychologist
* Experience independently completing autism assessments
* Strong understanding of autism presentations across the lifespan
* Excellent clinical report-writing skills
* Commitment to neuro-affirming, evidence-based practice
* Appropriate professional indemnity
* For remote work: private clinical space and own equipment
Desirable
* ADOS-2 training and experience (relevant modules)
* Experience with structured autism interviews (e.g. ADI-R, DISCO, 3Di)
* Experience within NHS or NHS-commissioned pathways (including Right to Choose)
Pre-Engagement Checks
Engagement is subject to DBS, identity and right-to-work checks, professional registration, and references.