Job summary
- Main area
- Psychology
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time
- Employer
- AuDHD Psychiatry
- Employer type
- Private Sector
- Town
- Remote (UK-based)
- Salary
- Competitive salaried package (64,000 - 72,000 depending on experience)
- Closing
- 28/02/2026 23:59
Employer heading
ADHD and Autism Assessors (Psychologists)
We are seeking an experienced HCPC-registered Clinical Psychologist or Counselling Psychologists or Educational Psychologist to join our neurodevelopmental assessment service delivering adult and child ADHD, autism, and combined ADHD/autism diagnostic assessments.
Hours
Full-time employment is preferred, though we can also offer part-time (minimum of 3 days per week).
Key Responsibilities
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Conduct high-quality adult ADHD diagnostic assessments in line with NICE guidance and relevant professional standards
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Conduct adult autism assessments
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Conduct child adhd and autism assessments (preferred but will consider candidates without)
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Complete clear, evidence-based diagnostic reports within agreed timeframes
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Deliver structured feedback sessions and recommendations following assessment
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Work within established clinical pathways, templates, and governance processes
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Participate in clinical supervision, peer review, and quality assurance activities
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Maintain accurate clinical records and comply with data protection and safeguarding requirements
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Collaborate with admin and operations teams to ensure a smooth patient journey
Essential Requirements
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HCPC registration as a Clinical Psychologist or Counselling Psychologist or Educational Psychologist (with relevant training)
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Demonstrable experience conducting adult ADHD diagnostic assessments
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Demonstrable experience conducting adult Autism diagnostic assessments
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Strong diagnostic formulation, clinical reasoning, and report-writing skills
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Confidence working independently in a remote service environment
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Ability to work to agreed turnaround times and clinical governance standards
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Willingness to contribute to service quality processes (audit/peer review/supervision)
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If a counselling psychologist or educational psychologist, you should have the appropriate additional training
Desirable (Not Essential)
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Experience in child autism assessments
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Experience in child adhd assessments
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Experience in private practice or high-volume diagnostic services
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Additional neurodevelopmental training (e.g., ADOS-2/ADI-R or equivalent pathways, where applicable)
Working Pattern
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Full-time (typically 37.5 hours/week)
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Remote clinical delivery with agreed clinic sessions
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Some evening availability may be required to meet patient demand (specific pattern agreed at offer stage)
Remuneration
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Competitive salaried package (64,000 - 72,000 depending on experience)
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Paid clinical time for assessment, report writing, and feedback sessions
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Supervision and clinical governance support
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Administrative systems, templates, and operational support provided
What We Offer
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Consistent referral flow and stable caseload planning
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Clear assessment pathways and reporting templates
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Strong clinical governance and supervision
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Neurodiversity-affirming clinical culture
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Structured onboarding and training support (including combined assessment development where needed)
How to Apply
Please submit:
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CV and covering letter detailing how you meet our essential requirements to [email protected]
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HCPC registration number
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Brief summary of adult ADHD (and autism/combined, if applicable) assessment experience
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Current availability and notice period
Other
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Closing date, 28th February 2026
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
The postholder will have regular contact with vulnerable people and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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