Autism Assessment Navigator - Community Paediatrics

The Methodist Church in Britain; Yate; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Band 5 professional to work within the Community Paediatric Service, supporting the autism assessment pathway under a Clinical Psychologist. You will guide families through assessment, offer training, advice and strategies while they wait, and act as their main contact.

The role involves coordinating information, gathering standardised assessments under supervision, and working with a multidisciplinary team to support children and

Qualifications

• Upper second or first class psychology degree from a BPS-accredited course.
• Evidence of ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Provide training, support and advice to families while seeking autism assessment.
• Act as main contact for families, keeping them informed through the assessment process.
• Promote and coordinate each family's journey through the service using evidence-based approaches.
• Gather information and administer standardised assessments under supervision of Lead Clinical Psychologist.
• Support clinicians with assessments to optimise time and focus on key needs.
• Signpost to Early Help Services across Dorset.
• Make referrals to other services as needed and support families without a diagnosis.
• Share current local and national information on community/digital autism resources.
• Collaborate with external organisations and the multidisciplinary team.
• Offer practical tips to families while they wait for assessment or referral.

Skills

Child development

Communication skills

Time management

Boundaries

Education

BPS-accredited psychology degree

Job description

University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Band 5 professional to work within the Community Paediatric Service, supporting the autism assessment pathway under a Clinical Psychologist. You will guide families through assessment, offer training, advice and strategies while they wait, and act as their main contact.

The role involves coordinating information, gathering standardised assessments under supervision, and working with a multidisciplinary team to support children and