Social Worker

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

Job Summary

Join Evolve Psychology at our Harrogate Clinic as a Specialist Neurodevelopmental Practitioner and make a real difference in the lives of children, young people, and their families. This hybrid role allows a mix of clinic-based and remote work, with full-time or part-time applications considered (minimum three days per week). You’ll work within a supportive, multidisciplinary team delivering high-quality autism and ADHD assessments via NHS-funded referrals and private pathways. This is your chance to combine clinical excellence with compassionate care, using evidence-based tools to provide accurate diagnoses and meaningful feedback. Opportunities to contribute to training, research, and service development are also available within our values-led organisation committed to staff wellbeing and professional growth.

Responsibilities

You will:

• Conduct face‑to‑face structured observations as part of the neurodevelopmental assessment process.
• Conduct remote developmental history interviews with parents and carers via Zoom.
• Participate collaboratively in peer MDT diagnostic discussions, supported by senior clinicians where needed.
• Deliver clear, compassionate feedback to families.
• Produce accurate clinical reports, including diagnostic formulations, with help from our smart tools.
• Work efficiently to meet service Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• Deliver clinical supervision (where applicable).
• Be able to travel to a clinic base to conduct in‑person assessments (hybrid only).

Ways of Working

• Digital workflows and smart report-writing reduce admin time and enhance clinical impact.
• Custom‑built electronic health record system, developed in‑house using market‑leading research.
• Continuous improvement of internal systems based on employee feedback.
• Ongoing training and onboarding to ensure confidence in all tech and systems.
• In‑house IT and operational support, so you’re never left troubleshooting alone.

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum of 1 year’s professional registration with one of the following regulatory bodies: HCPC, NMC, GMC or Social Work England.
• Minimum of 1 year’s 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 diagnostic criteria for autism and ADHD.
• Trained and experienced in the use of diagnostic tools such as ADOS‑2, ADI‑R, etc.
• Effective time‑management and case‑load organisation skills, with the ability to manage competing demands and meet clinical deadlines.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team and participate in collaborative diagnostic discussions.
• Highly developed written language skills for producing high‑quality clinical reports.
• Well‑developed communication skills with children, young people, and their families, ensuring compassionate, clear, and professional interactions throughout the assessment process.
• Must be eligible to work in the UK.

Benefits

• A values‑led culture where clinical excellence, compassion, and staff wellbeing come first.
• Continued professional development, clinical supervision, and reflective practice to support the ongoing development of your clinical skills.
• Competitive salary based on experience, with annual salary reviews and pension contributions.
• Generous leave entitlement – 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays and a day off for your birthday.
• Private healthcare to support your physical and mental health.
• A company laptop and on‑call IT support to enable seamless remote working.
• Opportunities to contribute beyond clinical work through the Evolve Skills & Research Academy, including training and research.
• Company events.
• Access to a collaborative, multidisciplinary team passionate about improving outcomes for neurodivergent individuals and their families.

Location

Harrogate, HG1 2PW, Windsor House, Cornwall Road.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

Applicants must have current UK professional registration and will be required to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service check.