Speech and Language Therapist (ADOS-2 / ADI-R) – Huddersfield

RGH-Global Ltd; Huddersfield; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

An award-winning practice in the UK seeks a Speech & Language Therapist to join their Neurodevelopmental Assessment Team in Huddersfield. The role involves conducting assessments for autism and ADHD, writing reports, and offering recommendations. Candidates must be HCPC registered with relevant experience and skills in diagnostics. This position allows for hybrid work, with part-time options available, forming a crucial part of high-quality psychological care.

Qualifications

• Must be eligible to work in the UK.
• Experience in diagnostic assessments with children and young people.
• Knowledge of assessment tools for autism and ADHD.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive evaluations for autism and ADHD.
• Write assessment reports and provide recommendations.
• Support and supervise junior staff as necessary.

Skills

Diagnostic assessments

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Report writing

Clinical supervision

Education

HCPC registered Speech and Language Therapist

Additional qualifications in autism and/or ADHD

Job description

Job Title: Speech & Language Therapist (ADOS-2 / ADI-R) - Huddersfield

Location: Huddersfield, West Yorkshire (Hybrid 1-2 days minimum)

Role: Permanent

Salary: £35,000 - £85,000 per annum (depending on experience)

Hours: Full Time (Part Time available)

Our client is an award-winning, NHS and HSE approved practice dedicated to providing high-quality psychological care across the UK and Ireland. They offer neurodevelopmental and psychological assessments for adults and children, as well as expert witness assessments for courts and parole boards, including criminal, family, immigration law, and medico-legal cases. They have a proven track record of delivering high-quality assessments and NHS contracts.

The Role:

This is an exciting and valuable position within a busy service, providing assessments to families and adults. The role is hybrid, involving working within the Neurodevelopmental Assessment Team for children referred for autism and/or ADHD assessments via NHS Patient choice and GP referral. Some tasks may be performed remotely, but attendance at the office will be required.

The clinician will conduct comprehensive specialist assessments, including diagnostic evaluations for individuals with suspected autism and/or ADHD using established diagnostic tools. Assessments of mental health conditions may also be part of the role. All assessments are conducted on behalf of the NHS via GP referral.

The clinician is responsible for writing assessment reports promptly and professionally, providing recommendations and interventions. Depending on experience, the clinician may also supervise and support junior staff members.

Qualifications:

• HCPC registered Speech and Language Therapist
• Must be eligible to work in the UK
• Experience in conducting diagnostic neurodevelopmental and developmental assessments with children and young people
• Experience working with children and young people with neurodevelopmental disorders or mental health issues in a clinical setting
• Knowledge of DSM-5 diagnostic criteria and assessment tools for autism and ADHD
• Knowledge of differential diagnosis
• Ideally trained in ADOS-2 and ADI-R
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Experience in report writing and record keeping
• Additional qualifications in autism and/or ADHD are desirable
• Clinical supervision experience is beneficial