Neurodevelopmental Specialist Social Worker (Autism/ADHD) – Hybrid

NHS; Harrogate; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organisation in Harrogate seeks a Specialist Neurodevelopmental Practitioner to enhance the lives of children and families. This hybrid role combines clinic-based and remote work to conduct high-quality autism and ADHD assessments, supported by a multidisciplinary team. The ideal candidate will have professional registration and experience in diagnostic assessments. You will deliver compassionate care while contributing to clinical training and service development. Competitive salary and generous leave entitlements are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Annual leave plus bank holidays

Private healthcare

Company laptop and IT support

Opportunities for training and research

Qualifications

• 1+ year experience conducting diagnostic assessments for autism/ADHD in children and young people.
• Strong understanding of differential diagnosis in neurodevelopmental presentations.
• Eligibility to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Conduct face-to-face structured observations for neurodevelopmental assessments.
• Deliver clear, compassionate feedback to families.
• Produce accurate clinical reports with diagnostic formulations.

Skills

Effective time-management

Diagnosis of autism and ADHD

Written language skills

Communication with families

Education

Professional registration (HCPC, NMC, GMC or Social Work England)

Tools

ADOS-2

ADI-R

Job description

A healthcare organisation in Harrogate seeks a Specialist Neurodevelopmental Practitioner to enhance the lives of children and families. This hybrid role combines clinic-based and remote work to conduct high-quality autism and ADHD assessments, supported by a multidisciplinary team. The ideal candidate will have professional registration and experience in diagnostic assessments. You will deliver compassionate care while contributing to clinical training and service development. Competitive salary and generous leave entitlements are offered.