Speech and Language Therapist

NHS; Harrogate; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent psychological service in the UK seeks a Specialist Neurodevelopmental Practitioner to deliver high-quality assessments for autism and ADHD. This role offers the flexibility of full-time or part-time work and supports a collaborative, multidisciplinary team environment. Candidates should have relevant professional registration and experience with diagnostic assessments, possessing effective communication skills for family interactions. You will contribute to a culture prioritizing compassion, clinical excellence, and staff wellbeing, with opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary and annual reviews

Generous leave entitlement

Private healthcare

Company laptop and IT support

Opportunities for training and research

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year registration with HCPC, NMC, GMC or Social Work England.
• Experience with autism/ADHD assessments.
• Strong understanding of differential diagnosis in neurodevelopmental presentations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct structured observations and developmental history interviews.
• Produce accurate clinical reports including diagnostic formulations.
• Provide compassionate feedback to families.

Skills

Professional registration with regulatory bodies (HCPC, NMC, GMC, Social Work England)

Experience conducting diagnostic assessments for autism and/or ADHD

Time management and caseload organisation

Communication skills with children and families

Knowledge of DSM-5 diagnostic criteria

Education

Professional qualification relevant to registration body

Tools

Knowledge of diagnostic tools (ADOS-2, ADI-R)

Job description

Job Summary

Join Evolve Psychology on our Digital Teamas a Specialist Neurodevelopmental Practitioner and make a real difference in the lives of children, young people, and their families. This Remote role allows the opportunity for full-time or part-time applications to be considered (minimum three days per week). Youll 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.

Main Duties of the Job

You will conduct structured observations and developmental history interviews, contribute to multidisciplinary diagnostic discussions, and produce accurate, evidence-based clinical reports. You will provide clear, compassionate feedback to families, deliver clinical supervision where applicable, and work efficiently to meet service KPIs. Digital workflows and in-house systems streamline admin, supported by dedicated IT and operational teams.

About Evolve Psychology

Evolve Psychology is a clinician-led, award-winning independent service specialising in neurodevelopmental assessments for autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and dyscalculia. Founded in 2014 by Dr Laura Powling, consultant clinical psychologist, we combine clinical excellence with compassion and a values-led culture. Our team of over 100 experts delivers high-quality care across the UK, working collaboratively to improve outcomes for children, young people and adults. We provide generous leave, private healthcare, professional development, and opportunities to contribute to research and training through our Evolve Skills & Research Academy. Our approach prioritises clinical quality, staff wellbeing, and sustainable growth.

Role Responsibilities

• 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 the help of our smart tools.
• Work efficiently to meet service Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• Deliver clinical supervision where applicable.
• Able to travel to a clinic base to conduct in-person assessments (hybrid only).

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum of 1 year professional registration with one of the following regulatory bodies: HCPC, NMC, GMC or Social Work England.
• Professional registration bodies:
  • 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 Practitioners.
  • Social Work England: Social Worker.
• Minimum of 1 year 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.

Employer Details

Evolve Psychology Services

Windsor House, Cornwall Road, Harrogate, HG1 2PW

https://evolvepsychology.org (Opens in a new tab)

Application Information

Reference number: E0309-25-0146

Date posted: 19 December 2025

Salary: £30,000 to £55,000

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time, Home or remote working

Pay scheme: Other