Clinical Psychologist

NHS; Harrogate; Hybrid; GBP 49,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading clinical service organization is seeking a Clinical Psychologist to join their Harrogate team. This role offers both part-time and full-time options in a hybrid work environment. Responsibilities include conducting diagnostic assessments, providing clinical supervision, and delivering feedback to families. Ideal candidates should be HCPC registered and possess experience with autism and ADHD assessments. The organization values clinical excellence and offers competitive salaries up to £79,000 along with generous leave and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Compassionate values-led culture

Competitive salary with annual reviews

28 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Private healthcare

Company laptop and IT support

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience in diagnostics for autism/ADHD.
• Strong understanding of differential diagnosis.
• In-depth knowledge of DSM-5 criteria.

Responsibilities

• Conduct structured observations for assessment.
• Carry out remote interviews with parents via Zoom.
• Produce accurate clinical reports using AI tools.

Skills

Conducting diagnostic assessments for autism and/or ADHD

Effective time-management

Excellent written communication skills

Interpersonal skills with children and families

Education

HCPC registration as a Practitioner Psychologist

Tools

ADOS-2

ADI-R

Job description

Job Summary

At Evolve Psychology Services, we empower clinicians with tools and support to deliver exceptional care to children, young people, and their families. This clinical psychologist role is part of our Harrogate Team and involves a hybrid working model with part‑time and full‑time options, requiring a minimum of three days a week commitment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct face‑to‑face structured observations as part of the neuro‑developmental assessment process.
• Carry out remote developmental history interviews with parents and carers via Zoom.
• Participate in peer MDT diagnostic discussions, supported by senior clinicians where needed.
• Deliver clear, compassionate feedback to families.
• Produce accurate clinical reports, including diagnostic formulations, with the help of AI‑assisted tools.
• Meet service Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• Provide clinical supervision where applicable.
• Perform quality checks on assessment reports and contribute to service development projects.
• Travel to the clinic base for in‑person assessments as part of the hybrid model.

Qualifications and Experience

• HCPC registration as a Practitioner Psychologist (Clinical, Counselling, or Educational).
• Minimum 1 year experience conducting diagnostic assessments for autism and/or ADHD in children and young people.
• Strong understanding of differential diagnosis in neuro‑developmental presentations.
• In‑depth knowledge of DSM‑5 diagnostic criteria for autism and ADHD.
• Experience with diagnostic tools such as ADOS‑2, ADI‑R or equivalent.
• Effective time‑management and caseload organisation skills.
• Excellent written communication skills for high‑quality clinical reports.
• Proficient interpersonal skills with children, young people and families.
• Eligibility to work in the UK.

Why Work With Us

• Values‑led culture focused on clinical excellence, compassion and staff wellbeing.
• Continual professional development, clinical supervision and reflective practice.
• Competitive salary (£49,000‑£79,000) with annual reviews and pension contributions.
• Generous leave—28 days plus bank holidays and a birthday day off.
• Private healthcare and company laptop with on‑call IT support.
• Opportunities to contribute to the Evolve Skills & Research Academy and research projects.
• Company events and a collaborative multidisciplinary team.

Additional Information

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and a Disclosure and Barring Service check may be required.

Employer: Evolve Psychology Services
Address: Cornwall Road, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG1 2PW
Website: https://evolvepsychology.org