Specialist Neurodevelopmental Practitioner Middlesbrough

Meeveem Limited; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private healthcare

Pension contributions

28 days annual leave + birthday day

Job summary

Evolve Psychology Services is hiring a Specialist Neurodevelopmental Practitioner to conduct neurodevelopmental assessments for children and young people, delivering structured observations and developmental histories via in-person and Zoom formats. You will produce accurate diagnostic formulations with advanced tools, provide feedback to families, and participate in MDT discussions.

A hybrid role involves travel to a clinic base as needed, with ongoing professional development and supportive

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year’s professional registration with HCPC, NMC, GMC or Social Work England.
• Minimum of 1 year’s diagnostic assessment experience for autism/ADHD in children/young people.
• Strong differential diagnosis knowledge in neurodevelopmental presentations.
• In-depth knowledge of DSM-5 criteria for autism and ADHD.
• Trained in diagnostic tools such as ADOS-2, ADI-R, etc.
• Excellent time management and caseload organisation skills.
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team and participate in diagnostic discussions.
• Excellent written language for high-quality clinical reports.
• Clear, compassionate communication with children, young people and families.
• Must be eligible to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Conduct face-to-face structured observations as part of neurodevelopmental assessments.
• Carry out remote developmental history interviews via Zoom with parents/carers.
• Participate in MDT diagnostic discussions with senior clinicians.
• Deliver clear, compassionate feedback to families.
• Produce accurate clinical reports including diagnostic formulations with smart tools.
• Meet service KPIs and deadlines.
• Provide clinical supervision where applicable.
• Travel to a clinic base for in-person assessments (hybrid role).

Skills

Written language

Communication with families

Time management

Caseload management

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

HCPC/NMC/GMC/SWE registration

Tools

ADOS-2

ADI-R

Job description

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 will 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 will 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.

The Role

You will be responsible for:

• 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).

Our 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.
• 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.

Why work with Evolve?

• 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.

Evolve Psychology is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.