ADOS Assessors – Autism Diagnostic Service
Location: Nationwide Opportunities Available
Dates: ASAP - Ongoing
Hours: Typically 08:30 – 18:30, availability across 7-day services
Pay: £250 per completed assessment (Outside IR35)
IDMCS, part of ID Medical Group, is expanding its specialist autism diagnostic service and is looking for experienced ADOS-trained clinicians to join a growing multidisciplinary team.
This is a unique opportunity to contribute to reducing waiting times, accelerating diagnoses, and improving outcomes for children and families.
The Role
Working as part of a supportive multidisciplinary team, you will:
* Conduct face-to-face ADOS-2 assessments using the appropriate module for the child’s age and ability.
* Record detailed behavioural observations.
* Contribute findings to the MDT diagnostic discussion.
* Support consultant clinicians in providing same-day feedback to families.
* Provide concise written summaries of your ADOS findings to support the diagnostic report.
* Maintain accurate clinical documentation and safeguarding standards.
Each assessment includes observation, scoring, MDT discussion, reporting and feedback. Clinics are typically scheduled for four assessments per day.
Who We’re Looking For
We welcome applications from the following HCPC or NMC registered professionals with formal ADOS-2 or ADI-R training and experience:
* Occupational Therapists
* Speech and Language Therapists
* Psychologists (Clinical, Counselling or Forensic)
* Registered Mental Health or Learning Disability Nurses
1. You will need demonstrable experience in autism diagnostic assessments, full safeguarding training, and an enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service.
What We Offer
* Flexible scheduling to suit your other commitments.
* Competitive per-assessment remuneration (Outside IR35).
* End-to-end administrative support with scheduling, coordination and documentation.
* Regular peer review and supervision from senior clinicians.
* Access to CPD, training workshops and development sessions.
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