Autism Assessment Team Lead (Remote)

NHS; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider specializing in Autism assessments is seeking a Team Lead to enhance services for children and adults. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, experience in Neurodevelopmental Assessments, and relevant professional registration. This role offers the flexibility to work remotely and a salary ranging from £65,000 to £70,000, along with a generous benefits package.

Benefits

28 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Private Health Insurance

Ongoing CPD and clinician development

Qualifications

• Highly experienced in conducting online ADOS and ADI-R assessments.
• Experience leading a team of clinicians.
• Excellent knowledge of NICE guidelines and DSM-5 criteria.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Autism Assessment Team.
• Conduct Neurodevelopmental Assessments.
• Support complex MDT discussions.

Skills

Experience in Neurodevelopmental Assessments

Leadership skills

Attention to detail

Excellent communication skills

Education

Relevant professional registration

Background in Psychology or related fields

Job description

Overview

KT Healthcare is a family-owned organisation with personal experience of Autism and ADHD. We offer a service with a difference; one that has a real understanding of the challenges families and individuals can face when accessing neurodevelopmental services. Our highly skilled clinicians deliver assessments for children, young people and adults, predominantly on a remote basis. We put exceptional client service, operational excellence, a friendly and compassionate culture, and unwavering integrity at the heart of everything we do.

We are growing our team to ensure we can help as many people as possible access high-quality services in a timely manner and as such, we are looking for a Team Lead to join us on this exciting journey.

What we are looking for

• Ideally, we are seeking a Clinical Psychologist, but we will consider other backgrounds if you have significant expertise in Neurodevelopmental Assessments. E.g.:
• Clinical/Counselling/Forensic/Occupational/Education Psychology
• Social Work
• Nursing
• Occupational Therapy
• Relevant registration with HCPC, NMC or SWE SCW or SSSC
• Highly experienced in conducting online ADOS and ADI-R assessments for both children and adults
• Experience leading a team of clinicians within a neurodevelopmental assessment service
• Ability to support complex MDT discussions
• Attention to detail and ability to quality check clinical work
• Experienced in offering supervision
• Excellent knowledge of NICE guidelines and DSM-5 criteria
• Excellent communication and organisation skills

What we offer

• 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• 3 additional paid 2025 festive days
• Private Health Insurance
• Employee Discount Platform
• EAP Service
• Pension Contribution
• Ongoing CPD and clinician development
• A culture that challenges the norm as a family run business, we know how important a fair, flexible employer that listens and cares is. We are dedicated to continuing to build a culture where people enjoy coming to work, can thrive in their role and are supported from day one.

Details

Date posted: 01 October 2025

Pay scheme: Other

Salary: £65,000 to £70,000 a year plus excellent benefits package

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working, Home or remote working, Compressed hours

Reference number: E0479-25-0004

Job location: KT Healthcare, Office 43, Chichester Enterprise Centre, Terminus Road, Chichester, West Sussex, PO19 8FY

Job responsibilities

• Autism Assessment Team Lead
• Permanent
• Remote and flexible working options
• £65,000 to £70,000 depending on experience
• Excellent benefits package

About Us

KT Healthcare is a family-owned organisation with personal experience of Autism and ADHD. We offer a service with a difference; one that has a real understanding of the challenges families and individuals can face when accessing neurodevelopmental services.

Our highly skilled clinicians deliver assessments for children, young people and adults, predominantly on a remote basis. We put exceptional client service, operational excellence, a friendly and compassionate culture, and unwavering integrity at the heart of everything we do.

We are growing our team to ensure we can help as many people as possible access high-quality services in a timely manner and as such, we are looking for a Team Lead to join us on this exciting journey!

What we are looking for

• Ideally, we are seeking a Clinical Psychologist, but we will consider other backgrounds if you have significant expertise in Neurodevelopmental Assessments. E.g.
• Clinical/Counselling/Forensic/Occupational/Education Psychology
• Social Work
• Nursing
• Occupational Therapy
• Relevant registration with HCPC, NMC or SWE SCW or SSSC
• Highly experienced in conducting online ADOS and ADI-R assessments for both children and adults
• Experience leading a team of clinicians within a neurodevelopmental assessment service
• Ability to support complex MDT discussions
• Attention to detail and ability to quality check clinical work
• Experienced in offering supervision
• Excellent knowledge of NICE guidelines and DSM-5 criteria
• Excellent communication and organisation skills

What we offer

• 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• 3 additional paid 2025 festive days
• Private Health Insurance
• Employee Discount Platform
• EAP Service
• Pension Contribution
• Ongoing CPD and clinician development
• A culture that challenges the norm as a family run business, we know how important a fair, flexible employer that listens and cares is. We are dedicated to continuing to build a culture where people enjoy coming to work, can thrive in their role and are supported from day one.

Disclosures

Disclosure and Barring Service Check: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and a submission for Disclosure to the DBS will be required to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see the NHS Careers website (information only).

Employer details

Kirsop-Taylor Healthcare Ltd

KT Healthcare, Office 43, Chichester Enterprise Centre, Terminus Road, Chichester, West Sussex, PO19 8FY

Website: https://kirsoptaylorhealthcare.com/