Psychologist (ADOS-2) - Norwich

RGH-Global Limited; Norwich; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare practice in Norwich is seeking a Psychologist (ADOS-2) to join their Neurodevelopmental Assessment Team. This hybrid role involves conducting diagnostic assessments for autism and ADHD in children and young people, writing reports, and supporting junior staff. Candidates must be registered practitioners with experience in neurodevelopmental disorders. The position offers a salary range of £55,000 to £110,000 annually, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Registered Practitioner Psychologist (CORU / HCPC registered).
• Experience in conducting diagnostic neurodevelopmental assessments.
• Knowledge of DSM‑5 diagnostic criteria and differential diagnosis.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive specialist assessments including autism and ADHD.
• Write assessment reports with recommendations and interventions.
• Supervise and support junior staff members.

Skills

Registered Practitioner Psychologist

Experience in conducting diagnostic assessments

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team

Job description

Job Title

Psychologist (ADOS-2) - Norwich

Location

Norwich, Norfolk (Hybrid)

Role

Permanent

Salary

£55,000 - £110,000 per annum (depending on experience)

Start

ASAP

Overview

Our client is an award‑winning, NHS and HSE approved practice dedicated to providing high‑quality psychological care across the UK and Ireland. They provide high‑quality services to clients across the UK and Ireland, including neurodevelopmental and psychological assessments for adults and children as well as expert witness assessments for the courts and parole boards, assessments in criminal / prison law, family law, immigration law, and medico‑legal cases. They have a proven track record of providing high‑quality assessments and delivering on HSE / NHS contracts.

The Role

This is an exciting and valuable role within a busy service, providing invaluable assessments to families and adults. This is a hybrid or remote role for suitably qualified clinicians working within the Neurodevelopmental Assessment Team for children referred for autism and / or ADHD assessments via HSE / NHS Patient choice and their GP.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive specialist assessments, including diagnostic assessments of individuals with suspected autism and / or ADHD using established diagnostic tools.
• Perform mental health assessments where required, assessing mental health conditions on behalf of the HSE / NHS via GP referral.
• Write up assessment reports in a timely and professional manner, providing appropriate recommendations and interventions.
• Supervise and support junior staff members, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Registered Practitioner Psychologist (CORU / HCPC registered).
• Must be eligible to work in the UK.
• Experience in conducting diagnostic neurodevelopmental / specialist developmental assessments with children and young people.
• Experience working with children and young people with neurodevelopmental disorders or mental health difficulties in a clinical setting.
• Knowledge of DSM‑5 diagnostic criteria and appropriate assessment tools for autism and ADHD.
• Knowledge of differential diagnosis.
• Ideally trained in ADOS‑2 / ADI‑R.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Experience in report writing and record keeping.
• Additional qualifications in relevant areas of autism and / or ADHD.