Salary: £25,389 per year
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Location: Scarborough, Whitby and Ryedale. Office base Scarborough
Contract type: Permanent
Closing Date: 1st January 2026
Please quote job reference: ABL 835
Job Purpose:
We are recruiting for an assistant psychologist to join the Be U North Yorkshire team. The post holder will work within a multidisciplinary team to provide autism assessments for children and young people aged 4-18 years.
Assessments will be carried out in line with relevant clinical pathways as outlined within Be u North Yorkshire's operational procedure. The post holder will demonstrate an attitude which respects and values clients and their carers.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The post holder will deliver a high-quality, effective and efficient autism diagnostic service to children and young people across Scarborough, Whitby and Ryedale, working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team. The role involves supporting the autism diagnostic process using recognised assessment tools such as ADOS-2 and ADI-R (training provided), screening referrals, providing information to referrers, clients and carers, and contributing to the formulation of clear, accessible diagnostic reports for children, families and professionals. The post holder will ensure assessments are delivered in appropriate settings to meet individual needs, maintain accurate and timely clinical records, monitor outcomes, and provide regular caseload updates to the line manager. Responsibilities also include offering education and support to families and professionals, contributing to the development of integrated care pathways, participating in clinical governance, audit and research activities, and supporting service improvement initiatives. The role requires active participation in supervision, training and continuous professional development, adherence to ABL Health policies and evidence-based practice, and flexibility to undertake delegated responsibilities and project work as required.
Our Values:
The post holder will be expected to operate in line with our workplace values which are:
* People Powered
* Bold
* Effective
* Thoughtful
Employee Benefits:
* Birthday Day off
* Flexible Annual Leave scheme
* Employee Referral scheme
* 37.5 hours working week
* Flu jabs
* Blue Light Card
* Cycle to work scheme
* Leadership and staff away days
* Training and Development
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