Lead Neurodevelopmental Psychiatrist – ADHD & Autism

The Methodist Church in Britain; Hawkesley; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NHS Pension access

Structured learning and development

Clinical leadership opportunities

Job summary

Vertis Health in Worcestershire is recruiting a consultant psychiatrist to lead neurodevelopmental services for adults and children and young people. The role focuses on senior clinical leadership of ADHD and autism assessment, including oversight of medication and complex cases.

GMC registration and a CCT in psychiatry (or equivalent) are required, or substantial SAS experience. The post involves leading assessment pathways, supervising multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring NICE-aligned

Qualifications

• CCT in Psychiatry or equivalent specialist qualification.
• GMC registration with licence to practise.
• Significant experience assessing ADHD and autism in adults and CYP.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong knowledge of NICE guidance on ADHD and autism.
• Experience working within digital healthcare environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead and quality assure neurodevelopmental assessment and diagnostic pathways.
• Provide specialist assessment, diagnosis and management of ADHD and autism.
• Act as senior clinical decision-maker for complex and high‑risk cases.
• Deliver neurodevelopmental formulation and differential diagnosis.
• Oversee ADHD medication initiation, titration, review and safe prescribing monitoring.
• Support and supervise multidisciplinary clinicians, including GPs, psychologists, nurses, pharmacists and allied health professionals.
• Chair and contribute to MDT discussions and complex case reviews.
• Provide second opinions and senior reviews for diagnostically complex presentations.
• Ensure services comply with NICE guidance and best practice standards.
• Contribute to clinical governance, audit, quality improvement, incident review and service development.

Skills

Neurodevelopment

ADHD management

Autism assessment

Leadership

Education

CCT in Psychiatry

Equivalent specialist qualification

Job description

Vertis Health in Worcestershire is recruiting a consultant psychiatrist to lead neurodevelopmental services for adults and children and young people. The role focuses on senior clinical leadership of ADHD and autism assessment, including oversight of medication and complex cases.

GMC registration and a CCT in psychiatry (or equivalent) are required, or substantial SAS experience. The post involves leading assessment pathways, supervising multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring NICE-aligned