Social Worker - ADHD/Autism

*PERMANENT ROLE*

Social Worker - Children's

Specialist Neurodevelopmental Practitioner – ADHD & Autism Assessments (CYP)
Hybrid – F2F assessments in Manchester, admin from home
Salary – £42,000 to £56,000 DOE
Software platforms - Semble & Heidi AI

Service Care Solutions are proud to be recruiting for a Social Worker to fulfill the role of Specialist Neurodevelopmental Practitioner on behalf of a growing independent provider of autism and ADHD assessments for children and young people across the UK.

This innovative service delivers high-quality, evidence-based neurodevelopmental assessments for children and young people through both NHS Right to Choose and private pathways. Through Service Care Solutions, you will join a passionate multidisciplinary team that includes Clinical Psychologists, Speech and Language Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Family Therapists, and Psychiatrists, all dedicated to delivering timely, accurate diagnoses and improving long-term outcomes for children and families.

Responsibilities

• Conduct face-to-face structured ADHD and/or autism assessments with children and young people in Manchester
• Complete remote developmental history interviews with parents and carers
• Participate in collaborative MDT diagnostic discussions, with senior support available
• Deliver clear, compassionate diagnostic feedback to children and families
• Produce accurate, high-quality diagnostic reports using AI-assisted report writing tools
• Provide clinical supervision where applicable

Requirements

• Minimum 1 year's professional registration with Social Work England
• SWE – Qualified Social Worker
• At least 1 year's experience working with children and young people in a clinical or CAMHS setting
• Experience conducting or supporting ADHD and/or autism diagnostic assessments in CYP is desirable; candidates with solid paediatric or CAMHS backgrounds and a willingness to train will also be considered
• Strong understanding of neurodevelopmental presentations in children
• Knowledge of DSM-5 diagnostic criteria for ADHD and autism
• Familiarity with tools such as ADOS-2, ADI-R, or equivalent is advantageous
• Eligibility to work in the UK

Why Join Service Care Solutions?

• Welcome Bonus of £250, paid after completion of 150 hours (or equivalent) in your new placement
• Refer a friend and earn up to £750 per successful referral

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