Clinical Psychologist – Be U North Yorkshire
Salary: up to £55,000 per year depending on experience (pro rata)
Hours: 22.5 hours per week
Location: Scarborough, Whitby and Ryedale (remote applicants considered)
Closing Date: 2nd of June 2026
Please quote job reference: ABL 870c
Be U North Yorkshire Mission Statement
The purpose of ABL’s Be U North Yorkshire Service is to provide assessments for children and young people on the autism diagnostic pathway via the NHS.
Our Values:
The post holder will be expected to operate in line with our workplace values which are:
* People Powered
* Bold
* Effective
* Thoughtful
Job Purpose:
We are recruiting a Clinical Psychologist to join the Be U North Yorkshire team. We provide diagnostic assessments for children/young people aged 4-18 on the autism diagnostic pathways. The post holder will work within a multidisciplinary team to provide autism assessments for children and young people.
Assessments will be carried out in line with relevant clinical pathways as outlined within Be U North Yorkshire’s operational procedure. The post holder will demonstrate an attitude which respects and values clients and their parents/carers.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Key duties and responsibilities include managing a caseload to deliver a high-quality autism diagnostic service for children and young people across Scarborough, Whitby and Ryedale, supporting the diagnostic process, screening referrals, and producing clear diagnostic reports for families and professionals. The role involves delivering assessments in appropriate settings, maintaining accurate records in line with CQC and organisational standards, and working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to provide guidance and support to families, carers and professionals. The postholder will facilitate supervision for Assistant Psychologists and allied health professionals, contribute to integrated care pathways, service development, recruitment, training and induction of staff, and support clinical and operational improvements. Additional responsibilities include providing autism awareness training, attending mandatory training and supervision, maintaining up-to-date evidence-based knowledge, participating in audits, quality assurance and research activity, and contributing to continuous improvement and high standards of care across the service.
Employee Benefits:
* Birthday Day off
* Flexible Annual Leave scheme
* Employee Referral scheme
* 37.5 hours working week
* Flu jabs
* Blue Light Card
* Cycle to work scheme
* Leadership and staff away days
* Training and Development
Please note that we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.
To Apply
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