Speech and Language Therapist

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

Job summary

A leading neurodevelopmental service in Harrogate is seeking a Specialist Neurodevelopmental Practitioner. This hybrid role involves conducting assessments for autism and ADHD, providing clear feedback to families, and producing accurate clinical reports. Candidates should have experience in neurodevelopmental assessments and be registered with the appropriate regulatory body. The role offers professional development opportunities and a supportive team environment, prioritizing quality care and staff wellbeing.

Benefits

Generous leave entitlement including 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Private healthcare

Competitive salary based on experience

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 years' professional registration with HCPC, NMC, GMC or Social Work England.
• Experience conducting diagnostic assessments for autism and/or ADHD in children and young people.
• In-depth knowledge of DSM-5 diagnostic criteria for autism and ADHD.

Responsibilities

• Conduct face‑to‑face structured observations.
• Participate in peer MDT diagnostic discussions.
• Produce accurate clinical reports, including diagnostic formulations.

Skills

Effective time management

Written and verbal communication skills

Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team

Compassionate feedback delivery

Education

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

ADOS‑2 or ADI‑R certification

Job description

Join Evolve Psychology at ourHarrogate 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). 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. The hybrid role involves a combination of remote assessments and travel to clinic in Harrogate for face-to-face sessions. Digital workflows and in-house systems streamline admin, supported by dedicated IT and operational teams.

About us

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.

Job responsibilities

About Evolve Psychology

At Evolve Psychology, we do things differently. Founded in 2014 by Dr Laura Powling, Evolve Psychology began with a bold aim to redefine what clinical and forensic psychology means in practice. Lauras vision was simple yet powerful, to bring care, connection, empathy and clinical excellence together, with no compromise.

What started as a small practice delivering expert witness and neurodevelopmental assessments has blossomed into a national independent psychology service. We earned our first NHS contract in 2021, launched satellite clinics to streamline access, and rolled out neurodevelopmental services to families across the UK.

We are clinicianfounded and clinicianled, proudly registered with HCPC and affiliated with the British Psychological Society and the Royal College of Speech & Language Therapists. Were also award‑winning, a testament to the dedication and quality of our multidisciplinary team of over 100 experts.

What sets Evolve Psychology apart?

Founded and led by Dr Laura Powling, a Consultant Clinical Psychologist with 18+ years experience across NHS, forensic, and neurodevelopmental services, bringing deep clinical insight and hands‑on leadership to everything we do.

We specialise in autism, ADHD, dyslexia and dyscalculia assessments for children, young people and adults offering a high-quality, person‑centred service backed by NHS contracts and available via Right to Choose across the UK.

We prioritise clinical quality and real impact, not speed or scale at the expense of care. Our assessments are evidence‑based, multidisciplinary, and designed to support the whole person, not just produce a diagnosis.

We offer more than assessment work. Our clinicians can contribute to the Evolve Skills & Research Academy, developing training, shaping neuroinclusive content, or collaborating on research, all part of our broader mission to raise awareness and improve support for neurodivergent individuals, educational institutions and workplaces.

We have a strong, values‑led culture. Compassion, clarity, and integrity guide everything we do, from our team interactions to the way we support families.

Were growing sustainably, with purpose. With clinics across the UK and Ireland, a growing digital presence, and a multidisciplinary team of 100+ experts, Evolve is expanding with care, always keeping quality at the centre.

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.

Youll join a passionate and supportive multidisciplinary team dedicated to making a meaningful difference in the lives of children andquality, evidence‑based assessments for autism and ADHD, delivered through both NHS‑funded referrals and private pathways. As a Specialist Neurodevelopmental Practitioner, youll contribute to comprehensive neurodevelopmental assessments, helping ensure timely, accurate diagnoses that lead to appropriate support and improved outcomes for families.

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 Indicatiors (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 years' professional registration with one of the following regulatory bodies: HCPC, NMC, GMC or Social Work England. Such as:
• HCPC Clinical Psychologist, Counselling Psychologist, Educational Psychologist, Speech and Language Therapist, Occupational Therapist
• NMC Mental Health Nurse, Learning Disability Nurse, General Nurse, Childrens Nurse
• GMC Medical Practitioners
• Social Work England Social Worker
• Minimum of 1 years 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?

Be part of a supportive, purpose‑driven team dedicated to transforming neurodevelopmental care across the UK. At Evolve, we offer:

• 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.

Person Specification

Knowledge, Skills and Other Requirements

• Knowledge of DSM-5 diagnostic criteria for autism and ADHD
• Highly developed written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organisational and time‑management skills
• Commitment to person‑centred, evidence‑based practice
• Flexibility to travel to Harrogate clinic for face‑to‑face assessments (hybrid role)

Qualifications

• Professional registration with HCPC, NMC, GMC, or Social Work England (e.g., Clinical Psychologist, Counselling Psychologist, Educational Psychologist, Speech and Language Therapist, Occupational Therapist, Mental Health Nurse, Learning Disability Nurse, General Nurse, Childrens Nurse, Medical Practitioner, Social Worker)
• ADOS‑2 or ADI‑R certification
• Eligible to work in the UK

Experience

• Minimum 1 year post‑registration experience conducting diagnostic assessments for autism and/or ADHD in children and young people
• Strong understanding of differential diagnosis in neurodevelopmental presentations
• Experience producing high‑quality clinical reports and diagnostic formulations
• Experience delivering feedback to families in a clear and compassionate manner
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team and participate in collaborative diagnostic discussions
• Experience managing a caseload and meeting clinical deadlines
• Experience contributing to research, training, or service development

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Depending on experience£30,000 to £55,000