Permanent Clinical Psychologist – Neurodevelopmental Assessments Salary: Up to £79,000 per annum (FTE)
Contract: Permanent
Working Pattern: Full-time (part-time considered)
About the Role We equip our clinicians with innovative tools, robust support, and streamlined systems so they can focus on what matters most: delivering high-quality care to children, young people, and their families.
You will join a passionate and supportive multidisciplinary team committed to making a meaningful difference in the lives of children and young people. The service specialises in evidence-based neurodevelopmental assessments for autism and ADHD, delivered through both NHS-funded and private pathways.
As a permanent Clinical Psychologist, you will contribute to comprehensive neurodevelopmental assessments, supporting timely and accurate diagnoses that lead to appropriate interventions and improved outcomes for families.
Part-time opportunities may be available upon request.
Key Responsibilities
* Conducting face-to-face structured observations as part of the neurodevelopmental assessment process
* Conducting remote developmental history interviews with parents and carers via video consultation
* Participating in collaborative multidisciplinary diagnostic discussions, with senior clinical support where required
* Delivering clear, compassionate feedback to families
* Producing accurate, high-quality clinical reports, including diagnostic formulations, supported by digital tools
* Managing workload effectively to meet service Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
* Providing clinical supervision (where applicable)
* Contributing to additional responsibilities aligned with experience and service needs, including:
o Clinical consultation
o Quality assurance of assessment reports
o Service development projects
* Ability to travel to a clinic base for in-person assessments (hybrid working model)
Ways of Working
* Digital workflows and smart reporting systems designed to reduce administrative time
* Bespoke electronic health record system developed using market-leading research
* Continuous improvement of internal systems informed by clinician feedback
* Comprehensive onboarding and ongoing training in systems and technology
* Dedicated in-house IT and operational support
Essential Qualifications and Experience
* HCPC registration as a Clinical Psychologist
* Minimum of one year’s post-qualification experience conducting diagnostic assessments for autism and/or ADHD in children and young people
* Strong understanding of differential diagnosis within neurodevelopmental presentations
* In-depth knowledge of DSM-5 diagnostic criteria for autism and ADHD
* Training and experience using recognised diagnostic tools (e.g. ADOS-2, ADI-R)
* Excellent time management and caseload organisation skills
* Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
* Highly developed written skills for producing clear, high-quality clinical reports
* Strong communication skills with children, young people, and their families
* Eligibility to work in the UK
What We Offer
* Permanent employment within a values-led, supportive organisation
* Competitive salary up to £79,000 per annum (FTE), dependent on experience
* Annual salary reviews and pension contributions
* 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with an additional day off for your birthday
* Private healthcare to support physical and mental wellbeing
* Company laptop and on-call IT support for flexible and remote working
* Ongoing CPD, clinical supervision, and reflective practice
* Opportunities to contribute to training, research, and service development
* Company events and team engagement opportunities
* A collaborative multidisciplinary team focused on improving outcomes for neurodivergent children, young people, and their families