Join Evolve Psychology 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). Youll 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.
About Evolve Psychology
Evolve Psychology is a clinician-led, award-winning independent service specialising in neurodevelopmental assessments for autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and dyscalculia. Founded in 2014, by Dr Laura Powling, we combine clinical excellence with compassion and a values-led culture. Our team of over 100 experts delivers high-quality care across the UK, working collaboratively to improve outcomes for children, young people and adults. We provide generous leave, private healthcare, professional development, and opportunities to contribute to research and training through our Evolve Skills & Research Academy.
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.
* Deliver clear, compassionate feedback to families.
* Produce accurate clinical reports, including diagnostic formulations, with help of our smart tools.
* Work efficiently to meet service Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
* Deliver clinical supervision where applicable.
* Able to travel to a clinic base to conduct in‑person assessments (hybrid only).
Qualifications
* Minimum of 1 year professional registration with 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, Childrens 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.
* 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 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 families, ensuring compassionate, clear, and professional interactions throughout the assessment process.
* Eligible to work in the UK.
Benefits
* A values‑led culture where clinical excellence, compassion, and staff wellbeing come first.
* Continued professional development, clinical supervision, and reflective practice to support ongoing development of your clinical skills.
* 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.
* A 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.
* Company events.
* Access to a collaborative, multidisciplinary team passionate about improving outcomes for neurodivergent individuals and families.
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