Specialist Neurodevelopmental Practitioner

Evolve Psychology Services Ltd; Newcastle upon Tyne; Sur place; GBP 30 000 - 45 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive salary

28 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Private healthcare

Company laptop and IT support

Résumé du poste

Evolve Psychology Services Ltd is seeking a Specialist Neurodevelopmental Practitioner in Newcastle upon Tyne to conduct comprehensive assessments for autism and ADHD. You will work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to ensure accurate diagnoses and provide compassionate support to children and their families.

The ideal candidate has at least one year of professional registration and experience in diagnostic assessments. We offer competitive salaries, generous leave, and opportunities for continued professional development.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year’s professional registration with relevant regulatory body.
• Experience conducting diagnostic assessments for autism and ADHD in children.
• In-depth knowledge of DSM-5 diagnostic criteria.

Responsabilités

• Conduct face-to-face structured observations for assessments.
• Participate in peer MDT diagnostic discussions.
• Deliver clear feedback to families and produce clinical reports.

Connaissances

Diagnostic assessments for autism and ADHD

Effective time management

Communication skills with children and families

Team collaboration

Formation

Professional registration with HCPC, NMC, GMC or Social Work England

Outils

ADOS-2

ADI-R

Description du poste

The Role

At Evolve Psychology Services, we equip our clinicians with cutting‑edge tools and support, to help them focus on what matters most: delivering exceptional care to children, young people and their families.

You’ll join a passionate and supportive multidisciplinary team dedicated to making a meaningful difference in the lives of children and young people. Our service specialises in high‑quality, evidence‑based assessments for autism and ADHD, delivered through both NHS‑funded referrals and private pathways. As a Specialist Neurodevelopmental Practitioner, you’ll contribute to comprehensive neurodevelopmental assessments, helping ensure timely, accurate diagnoses that lead to appropriate support and improved outcomes for families. We have full‑time and part‑time roles available, with 3 days being the minimum commitment needed.

Responsibilities

• Conducting face‑to‑face structured observations as part of the neurodevelopmental assessment process.
• Conducting remote developmental history interviews with parents and carers via Zoom.
• Participating collaboratively in peer MDT diagnostic discussions, supported by senior clinicians where needed.
• Delivering clear, compassionate feedback to families.
• Producing accurate clinical reports, including diagnostic formulations, with the help of our smart tools.
• Working efficiently to meet service Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• Delivering clinical supervision (where applicable).
• 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.
• A custom‑built electronic health record system, developed in‑house using market‑leading research.
• Continuously enhancing internal systems, based on employee feedback to improve efficiency.
• 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 and Experience

• Minimum of 1 year’s professional registration with one of the following regulatory bodies: HCPC, NMC, GMC or Social Work England.
  • HCPC – Clinical Psychologist, Counselling Psychologist, Educational Psychologist, Speech and Language Therapist, Occupational Therapist
  • NMC – Mental Health Nurse, Learning Disability Nurse, General Nurse, Children’s Nurse
  • GMC – Medical Practitioner
  • Social Work England – Social Worker
• 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 caseload 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 used to produce 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, including 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.