Learning Disability Nurse

NHS; Huddersfield; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading independent psychology practice in Huddersfield as a clinician specializing in neurodevelopmental assessments. This role offers a hybrid working model, competitive salary, and opportunities for professional development while making a real impact on individuals' lives through high-quality diagnostics.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Pension scheme

Ongoing training and clinical supervision

Company benefits and discounts

Additional day off for your birthday

Qualifications

• Experience conducting diagnostic assessments for Autism and/or ADHD in adults.
• Proficiency in using DSM-5 diagnostic criteria and appropriate assessment tools.

Responsibilities

• Conduct specialist neurodevelopmental assessments for adults, focusing on Autism.
• Prepare clear, accurate, and timely assessment reports with diagnostic conclusions.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality care.

Skills

Communication

Report Writing

Team Collaboration

Education

HCPC registered Practitioner Psychologist

Speech and Language Therapist (SaLT)

Occupational Therapist (OT)

NMC registered Mental Health Nurse

Learning Disability Nurse (LD Nurse)

GMC registered Medical Practitioner

Tools

DSM-5

ADOS-2

ADI-R

Job description

Are you a dedicated clinician looking to make a real impact in the field of neurodevelopmental assessment? At Evolve Psychology Services, we are expanding our Adult Services and seeking passionate professionals to join our expert team. This role offers the opportunity to conduct Autism assessments, shaping the lives of individuals through high-quality, evidence-based diagnostics. With a flexible hybrid working model, competitive salary, and strong professional development support, this is an exciting chance to advance your career in a thriving and award-winning practice. Come be part of a team that values excellence, innovation, and compassionate care!

Main duties of the job

Main Duties:

Conduct specialist neurodevelopmental assessments for adults, focusing on Autism, using recognised diagnostic tools.

Complete detailed clinical interviews, observations, and assessments to inform diagnostic decisions.

Prepare clear, accurate, and timely assessment reports with diagnostic conclusions and recommendations.

Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality care and support for individuals.

Provide clinical expertise and guidance, with opportunities to supervise junior staff depending on experience.

Maintain accurate records in line with professional and NHS standards.

Engage in ongoing professional development, training, and clinical supervision.

This role offers a meaningful opportunity to contribute to improving access to neurodevelopmental diagnoses and support services.

About us

Evolve Psychology Services is an award-winning, independent psychology and neurodevelopmental practice, recognised for delivering high-quality assessments across the UK and Ireland. Founded by Dr. Laura Powling, we are NHS and HSE approved, providing expert assessments for Autism, ADHD, and mental health conditions, as well as specialist reports for legal and medico-legal cases.

At Evolve, we pride ourselves on our supportive, professional, and collaborative team culture. We believe in fostering a positive and inclusive working environment where clinicians feel valued and supported in their roles. Working in our Huddersfield-based hybrid team, youll benefit from ongoing training, clinical supervision, generous annual leave, and a strong focus on professional development. We are passionate about providing exceptional care, and we welcome dedicated professionals who share our commitment to excellence in neurodevelopmental assessment.

Job responsibilities

About the Role

We are delighted to announce the launch of our Adult Services, and we are now actively taking referrals. This is an exciting and valuable role within a busy service, providing essential assessments to adults. This is a hybrid or remote role located in one of our clinics in Harrogate, Huddersfield, Exeter, Norwich or Gosforth for suitably qualified clinicians working within the Evolve Neurodevelopmental Assessment Team for adults referred for Autism. We are looking for clinicians who are occupational therapists, speech and language therapists, learning disability nurses, or mental health nurses.

Some aspects of the role may be undertaken remotely. We have multiple positions availableboth remote and hybridwith some in-person work required for hybrid roles, to attract candidates with varying levels of experience and geographical locations, including senior roles. Hybrid roles must be able to travel to one of our locations, to undertake face-to-face assessments.

We are particularly interested in hearing from Allied Health Professionals, including Speech and Language Therapists (SaLT), Occupational Therapists (OT), Mental Health Nurses (MH Nurse), and Learning Disability Nurses (LD Nurse), who have experience in adult neurodevelopmental assessments.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive Autism assessments using established diagnostic tools.

Complete in-depth clinical interviews, observations, and diagnostic evaluations.

Prepare high-quality assessment reports with clear recommendations.

Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to deliver high standards of care.

Engage in ongoing professional development, training, and clinical supervision.

Qualifications & Experience Required

HCPC registered Practitioner Psychologist, Speech and Language Therapist (SaLT), Occupational Therapist (OT), NMC registered Mental Health Nurse (MH Nurse) or Learning Disability Nurse (LD Nurse), or GMC registered Medical Practitioner.

Experience as a neurodevelopmental practitioner with relevant specialist training.

Experience conducting diagnostic assessments for adult with suspected Autism.

Experience conducting ADHD assessments, is advantageous but not essential

Knowledge of DSM-5 diagnostic criteria and appropriate assessment tools.

Understanding of differential diagnosis in neurodevelopmental and mental health conditions.

Ideally ADOS-2 and/or ADI-R trained.

Strong report writing and communication skills.

Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Benefits of Working with Us

Hybrid working with flexibility for remote and in-person assessments.

Pension scheme to support your future.

Generous annual leave allowance to ensure a good work-life balance.

Additional day off for your birthday or a day in lieu.

Full ongoing training and clinical supervision to support your professional development.

Company benefits and discounts to enhance your employee experience.

Regular company events to foster team connection and engagement.

Opportunities for career progression within a growing and supportive organisation.

If youre a dedicated Allied Health Professional looking to make a meaningful impact in neurodevelopmental assessment, wed love to hear from you!

Person Specification

Experience

• Experience conducting diagnostic assessments for Autism and/or ADHD in adults.
• Experience working with neurodevelopmental disorders and/or mental health difficulties in a clinical setting.
• Proficiency in using DSM-5 diagnostic criteria and appropriate assessment tools.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare clear, professional reports.
• Experience working as part of a multidisciplinary team and ability to work independently.
• Experience in supervising or mentoring junior staff (especially for senior roles).
• Experience providing training or support to colleagues in the area of neurodevelopmental assessments.

Qualifications

• HCPC registered Practitioner Psychologist, Speech and Language Therapist (SaLT), Occupational Therapist (OT), NMC registered Mental Health Nurse (MH Nurse), Learning Disability Nurse (LD Nurse), or GMC registered Medical Practitioner.
• ADOS-2/ADI-R trained
• Additional qualifications or specialist training in Autism, ADHD, or mental health conditions.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.