Job Title
Autism Assessor (Epsom)
Location
Hybrid Remote and London
Salary
£45,000 - £65,000 dependent on experience
Hours
37.5 Hour Week – Flexible Monday to Saturday, 9.00 – 5.30 (time can also be flexible upon request)
Contract
Permanent – 52 weeks
About Momenta Connect
Momenta Connect is a renowned multidisciplinary hub, with a 15‑year legacy of delivering exceptional care to children, young people and families, both across the UK and internationally. Our success is built on a foundation of growth, collaboration, diversity and care, which underpins every aspect of our therapeutic and assessment services. We work in close partnership with families, schools and local authorities, developing tailored packages of support that create meaningful, lasting outcomes.
As part of the Outcomes First Group – a recognised leader in exceptional education – our partnership helps young people overcome educational barriers, engage with their learning and embrace their unique strengths to find their path.
About the Role
We are inviting applications for the position of Autism Assessor. The role is focused on conducting thorough diagnostic assessments for a diverse client group of children and young people aged 0–18 years. This work involves “right to choose” referrals via GPs, contracted work on behalf of national health services and private clients. The successful candidate will be responsible for administering evidence‑based assessment tools, including the ADOS‑2, ADI‑R and other informed tools, to make clinical diagnostic decisions based on formal criteria such as the DSM‑5 and ICD‑11, while remaining mindful of varied presentations such as gender differences.
* Producing high‑quality formal clinical reports that outline neuro‑developmental strengths and needs profiles with individual recommendations.
* Working closely with children, young people, their families and clinical colleagues to ensure multidisciplinary agreement on diagnostic outcomes.
* Supporting the triage of new referrals, maintaining accurate and up‑to‑date records and attending relevant meetings to ensure adherence to clinical practice guidelines.
Essential Criteria
* Active HCPC, NMC, or GMC (or relevant professional body) registration.
* Minimum – Certification in ADOS‑2 and/or ADI‑R.
* Proficiency in the use of DSM‑5 and other diagnostic tools relevant to Autism and or ADHD (however not essential for ADHD).
* Experience conducting neuro‑developmental assessments, with a focus on Autism and or ADHD (however not essential for ADHD).
* Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to prepare comprehensive reports using neuro‑affirming language, formatting and clear communication that is accessible to the client.
* Experience in reviewing and triaging clinical information to make decisions about allocation for assessment in terms of assessment components and professionals required.
* While not essential, familiarity with conducting online assessment, as well as face‑to‑face, would be an advantage.
* Not essential, however, experience in the delivery of Young DIVA assessments and ADHD developmental history interviews would be desirable.
Benefits
* 22 days of annual leave + years of service allowance
* 1 CPD day to use towards training
* Annual CPD opportunities + monthly internal CPD provided
* Life assurance
* Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
* “Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to a wide range of first‑class mental health support services and physical health checks
* Family growth support – inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support
* A wide range of health, wellbeing and insurance benefits
* 100s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
* Cycle to Work schemes
* Electric car purchase scheme
* Critical illness cover
Momenta Connect is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of people. All successful applicants will be subject to a fully enhanced DBS.
Job ref: 309942
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