Clinical Psychologist

Permanent Clinical Psychologist – Neurodevelopmental Assessments Salary: Up to £79,000 per annum (FTE)
Contract: Permanent
Working Pattern: Full-time (part-time considered)

About the Role We equip our clinicians with innovative tools, robust support, and streamlined systems so they can focus on what matters most: delivering high-quality care to children, young people, and their families.

You will join a passionate and supportive multidisciplinary team committed to making a meaningful difference in the lives of children and young people. The service specialises in evidence-based neurodevelopmental assessments for autism and ADHD, delivered through both NHS-funded and private pathways.

As a permanent Clinical Psychologist, you will contribute to comprehensive neurodevelopmental assessments, supporting timely and accurate diagnoses that lead to appropriate interventions and improved outcomes for families.

Part-time opportunities may be available upon request.

Key Responsibilities

• Conducting face-to-face structured observations as part of the neurodevelopmental assessment process
  
  
• Conducting remote developmental history interviews with parents and carers via video consultation
  
  
• Participating in collaborative multidisciplinary diagnostic discussions, with senior clinical support where required
  
  
• Delivering clear, compassionate feedback to families
  
  
• Producing accurate, high-quality clinical reports, including diagnostic formulations, supported by digital tools
  
  
• Managing workload effectively to meet service Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
  
  
• Providing clinical supervision (where applicable)
  
  
• Contributing to additional responsibilities aligned with experience and service needs, including:
  
  
  • Clinical consultation
    
    
  • Quality assurance of assessment reports
    
    
  • Service development projects
    
    
• Ability to travel to a clinic base for in-person assessments (hybrid working model)
  
  

Ways of Working

• Digital workflows and smart reporting systems designed to reduce administrative time
  
  
• Bespoke electronic health record system developed using market-leading research
  
  
• Continuous improvement of internal systems informed by clinician feedback
  
  
• Comprehensive onboarding and ongoing training in systems and technology
  
  
• Dedicated in-house IT and operational support
  
  

Essential Qualifications and Experience

• HCPC registration as a Clinical Psychologist
  
  
• Minimum of one year’s post-qualification experience conducting diagnostic assessments for autism and/or ADHD in children and young people
  
  
• Strong understanding of differential diagnosis within neurodevelopmental presentations
  
  
• In-depth knowledge of DSM-5 diagnostic criteria for autism and ADHD
  
  
• Training and experience using recognised diagnostic tools (e.g. ADOS-2, ADI-R)
  
  
• Excellent time management and caseload organisation skills
  
  
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
  
  
• Highly developed written skills for producing clear, high-quality clinical reports
  
  
• Strong communication skills with children, young people, and their families
  
  
• Eligibility to work in the UK
  
  

What We Offer

• Permanent employment within a values-led, supportive organisation
  
  
• Competitive salary up to £79,000 per annum (FTE), dependent on experience
  
  
• Annual salary reviews and pension contributions
  
  
• 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with an additional day off for your birthday
  
  
• Private healthcare to support physical and mental wellbeing
  
  
• Company laptop and on-call IT support for flexible and remote working
  
  
• Ongoing CPD, clinical supervision, and reflective practice
  
  
• Opportunities to contribute to training, research, and service development
  
  
• Company events and team engagement opportunities
  
  
• A collaborative multidisciplinary team focused on improving outcomes for neurodivergent children, young people, and their families