Specialist Autism & Neurodevelopmental Service Children & Young People £110,000 – £130,000 DOE
We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist to join a dynamic multidisciplinary team in Cambridgeshire, delivering high-quality assessments and interventions for children and young people aged 2–16 presenting with social communication difficulties, autism, ADHD, anxiety, anger, and related neurodevelopmental or emotional needs.
🔍 Key Responsibilities:
* Conduct comprehensive psychiatric assessments using tools such as ADI-R, ADOS, RCP, and structured questionnaires.
* Lead and contribute to MDT diagnostic discussions, offering psychiatric insight and clinical judgement.
* Deliver generic and specialist psychological assessments, supporting accurate diagnosis and care planning.
* Provide intervention sessions for children and their parents, where appropriate, focusing on emotional regulation, behavioural strategies, and psychoeducation.
* Liaise with schools, social care, and other professionals to ensure joined-up support for families.
🎓 Requirements:
* GMC registration with a licence to practise.
* Section 12 approval and/or MRCPsych desirable.
* Experience working within CAMHS, neurodevelopmental services, or similar settings.
* Skilled in using structured diagnostic tools and formulating complex presentations.
* Excellent communication and teamworking skills.
🌱 What We Offer:
* Competitive salary: £110,000 – £130,000, dependent on experience.
* Supportive MDT environment with herapists, and paediatricians.
* Opportunities for CPD, supervision, and service development.
* Flexible working arrangements considered