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:
Clinical consultation
Quality assurance of assessment reports
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