Job Summary
Join Evolve Psychology at our Harrogate Clinic as a Specialist Neurodevelopmental Practitioner and make a real difference in the lives of children, young people, and their families. This hybrid role allows a mix of clinic‑based and remote work, with full‑time or part‑time applications considered (minimum three days per week). You’ll work within a supportive, multidisciplinary team delivering high‑quality autism and ADHD assessments via NHS‑funded referrals and private pathways. This is your chance to combine clinical excellence with compassionate care, using evidence‑based tools to provide accurate diagnoses and meaningful feedback. Opportunities to contribute to training, research, and service development are also available within our values‑led organisation committed to staff wellbeing and professional growth.
Responsibilities
* Conduct face‑to‑face structured observations as part of the neurodevelopmental assessment process.
* Conduct remote developmental history interviews with parents and carers via Zoom.
* Participate collaboratively in peer MDT diagnostic discussions, supported by senior clinicians where needed.
* Deliver clear, compassionate feedback to families.
* Produce accurate clinical reports, including diagnostic formulations, with the help of our smart tools.
* Work efficiently to meet service Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
* Deliver clinical supervision (where applicable).
* Be able to travel to a clinic base to conduct in‑person assessments (hybrid only).
Qualifications and Experience
Minimum of 1 year’s professional registration with one of the following regulatory bodies: HCPC, NMC, GMC or Social Work England (e.g. Clinical Psychologist, Counselling Psychologist, Educational Psychologist, Speech and Language Therapist, Occupational Therapist, Mental Health Nurse, Learning Disability Nurse, General Nurse, Children's Nurse, Medical Practitioner, Social Worker).
Minimum of 1 year experience conducting diagnostic assessments for autism and/or ADHD in children and young people.
Strong understanding of differential diagnosis in neurodevelopmental presentations and in‑depth knowledge of DSM‑5 diagnostic criteria for autism and ADHD.
Trained and experienced in the use of diagnostic tools such as ADOS‑2, ADI‑R, etc.
Effective time management and caseload organisation skills, with the ability to manage competing demands and meet clinical deadlines.
Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team and participate in collaborative diagnostic discussions.
Highly developed written language skills used to produce high‑quality clinical reports.
Well‑developed communication skills with children, young people, and their families, ensuring compassionate, clear, and professional interactions throughout the assessment process.
Must be eligible to work in the UK.
Benefits
* Competitive salary based on experience, with annual salary reviews and pension contributions.
* Generous leave entitlement, including 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays – and a day off for your birthday.
* Private healthcare to support your physical and mental health.
* Company laptop and on‑call IT support to enable seamless remote working.
* Opportunities to contribute beyond clinical work through the Evolve Skills & Research Academy, including training and research.
* A company‑wide events calendar and a supportive, values‑driven culture where clinical excellence, compassion, and staff wellbeing come first.
* Access to a collaborative, multidisciplinary team passionate about improving outcomes for neurodivergent individuals and their families.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A submission to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB) will be required to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer Details
Employer: Evolve Psychology Services
Address: Windsor House, Cornwall Road, Harrogate, HG1 2PW
Website: https://evolvepsychology.org
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