Autism Assessor (Nurse)

ON-SITE ONLY (Leeds)

Description

Service Care Solutions are working with a clinician-led independent mental health provider expanding its Autism Assessment Service due to exceptionally high demand. This service delivers thorough, evidence-based autism assessments for adults across the UK, combining strong clinical governance with a neuro-affirming, patient-centred approach.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Nurse with ADOS training. Work is in-person in Leeds offering flexible sessional arrangements and a consistent referral flow.

Job Purpose: ADOS Assessor (Nurse) 
Pay: £250 LTD per Assessment on site, Outside IR35
Bonus: £250 Welcome Bonus, paid via Service Care Solutions
Location: In-Person, Leeds clinic
Working Hours: Monday to Sunday, Flexible Hours

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive autism diagnostic assessments in line with recognised diagnostic frameworks (DSM/ICD)
• Lead the full pathway including clinical interview, functional impact, developmental history, and collateral information review
• Interpret screening tools and psychometrics (e.g. RAADS-R, CAT-Q, AQ-50) as part of formulation
• Undertake structured behavioural observation, including ADOS-2 Module 4 where trained and indicated
• Consider differential diagnoses and co-occurring mental health presentations
• Produce high-quality, evidence-based diagnostic reports with clear rationale and practical recommendations
• Deliver sensitive feedback sessions including psychoeducation and signposting
• Work within robust clinical governance, safeguarding, and information governance standards

Requirements

• nmc registered Nurse
• Demonstrable experience independently completing adult autism assessments, ADOS/ADI-R
• ADOS-trained with competence in observational assessment
• Strong understanding of autism presentations, including masking and co-occurring conditions
• Experience interpreting tools such as RAADS-R, CAT-Q and AQ-50
• Excellent clinical report-writing skills
• Commitment to neuro-affirming, evidence-based practice
• Professional indemnity cover (or willingness to obtain)

Benefits

• Direct Pay process from End Client
• Flexible Working
• Excellent Pay Rates, Outside IR35
• £250 Training Allowance
• Exceptional Referral Bonuses
• Specialists’ mental health consultants offering single point of contact
• Frequent notifications for upcoming opportunities via text and email
• Nationwide provider of mental health staff to over 40 different NHS trusts offering mental health services and over 200 local authorities.
• FREE DBS Disclosures provided via fast-track online services

Why join Service Care Solutions?
£250 Welcome Bonus

• We are offering a Welcome Bonus of £250, paid after completion of 150 hours (or equivalent) in your new placement.

Refer a Friend (Earn up to £750 per Referral)

• Simply refer your friend. If they get the role, we’ll give you up to £450 per Referral.

To Apply:
Please contact Chris on using the below details:
E: christopher.richardson@servicecare.org.uk
T: (01772) 208 963