Practitioner Psychologist - Autism/ ADHD Assessor

NHS; Exeter; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Exeter is seeking a Practitioner Psychologist to conduct assessments for autism and ADHD. This role offers a hybrid working model with options for part-time and full-time schedules. Candidates should have HCPC registration and experience with diagnostic tools. The position emphasizes a collaborative and supportive environment focused on high-quality, evidence-based care.

Benefits

Competitive salary with annual reviews

Generous leave entitlement

Private healthcare

Qualifications

• Must hold HCPC registration as a Practitioner Psychologist (Clinical, Counselling, or Educational).
• Minimum of 1 year of experience conducting diagnostic assessments for autism and/or ADHD in children and young people.
• Strong understanding of differential diagnosis in neurodevelopmental presentations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct face-to-face structured observations as part of neurodevelopmental assessments.
• Deliver clear, compassionate feedback to families.
• Produce accurate clinical reports, including diagnostic formulations.

Skills

Diagnostic assessments for autism

Understanding of DSM-5 criteria

Effective time management

Collaborative discussion skills

Strong written and spoken communication

Education

HCPC registration as Practitioner Psychologist

Tools

ADOS-2

ADI-R

Job description

Practitioner Psychologist - Autism/ ADHD Assessor

At Evolve Psychology Services, we empower our clinicians to deliver exceptional care to children, young people, and families. You will join a multidisciplinary team specialising in high-quality, evidence-based autism and ADHD assessments, through both NHS-funded and private pathways. This role is within our Exeter team and is a hybrid position with part-time and full-time options, requiring a minimum of three days per week. As a Clinical Psychologist, you will contribute to comprehensive neurodevelopmental assessments to ensure timely and accurate diagnoses that support appropriate interventions and outcomes.

Overview

We specialise in autism and ADHD assessments for children, young people, and adults. Our service delivers NHS-funded assessments across the UK and private pathways, with a strong emphasis on evidence-based, person-centred care.

Main duties

• Conduct face-to-face structured observations as part of neurodevelopmental assessments.
• Carry out remote developmental history interviews with parents and carers via Zoom.
• Participate in peer MDT diagnostic discussions, with senior clinician support where needed.
• Deliver clear, compassionate feedback to families.
• Produce accurate clinical reports, including diagnostic formulations, with the aid of our AI-assisted tools.
• Meet service KPIs and contribute to service development projects as required.
• Provide clinical supervision where applicable.
• Contribute to other activities such as consultations, quality checking reports, and ensuring in-person assessments for hybrid working.
• Travel to a clinic base for in-person assessments as part of a hybrid role.

About us

Evolve Psychology is clinician-founded and clinician-led, registered with HCPC and affiliated with the British Psychological Society, CORU, PSI and the Royal College of Speech & Language Therapists. We are committed to compassionate, evidence-based care and offer opportunities to engage in training, research, and neuro-inclusive initiatives. We have clinics across the UK and Ireland and a growing digital presence.

Qualifications and experience

• Must hold HCPC registration as a Practitioner Psychologist (Clinical, Counselling, or Educational).
• Minimum of 1 year of experience conducting diagnostic assessments for autism and/or ADHD in children and young people.
• Strong understanding of differential diagnosis in neurodevelopmental presentations.
• In-depth knowledge of DSM-5 criteria for autism and ADHD.
• Training and experience with diagnostic tools such as ADOS-2, ADI-R, etc.
• Effective time management and ability to manage caseloads to meet clinical deadlines.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team and participate in collaborative diagnostic discussions.
• Strong written and spoken communication skills for high-quality clinical reports and family interactions.
• Eligibility to work in the UK.

Why work with Evolve?

Be part of a supportive, purpose-driven team dedicated to transforming neurodevelopmental care across the UK. We offer:

• Values-led culture with emphasis on clinical excellence, compassion, and staff wellbeing.
• Continued professional development, clinical supervision, and reflective practice.
• Competitive salary with annual reviews and pension contributions.
• Generous leave entitlement, including 28 days plus bank holidays, and a day off for your birthday.
• Private healthcare and a company laptop with IT support.
• Opportunities to contribute beyond clinical work through the Evolve Skills & Research Academy.
• Collaborative, multidisciplinary team environment.

Contract and working pattern

Permanent contract. Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time, hybrid/home or remote working.

Disclosure and safeguarding

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and will require a Disclosure to check for any previous convictions.