Speech & Language Therapist - ADHD/Autism

Service Care Solutions Ltd; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Welcome bonus £250

Refer a friend bonus up to £750

Job summary

Service Care Solutions Ltd is recruiting a Speech & Language Therapist as a Specialist Neurodevelopmental Practitioner for ADHD & autism assessments (CYP). The role is hybrid with F2F assessments in Manchester and admin from home. Salary ranges from £42,000 to £56,000 depending on experience.

The successful candidate will conduct face-to-face assessments, undertake history interviews, participate in MDT discussions, and deliver diagnostic feedback with high-quality AI-supported reporting tools.

Qualifications

• HCPC registration as a Speech & Language Therapist.
• At least 1 year's experience with children and young people in a clinical/CAMHS setting.
• Experience conducting ADHD and/or autism diagnostic assessments in CYP desirable.
• Knowledge of DSM-5 criteria for ADHD and autism.
• Familiarity with ADOS-2, ADI-R or equivalents.

Responsibilities

• Conduct face-to-face structured ADHD and/or autism assessments with children and young people in Manchester.
• Complete remote developmental history interviews with parents and carers.
• Participate in collaborative MDT diagnostic discussions, with senior support available.
• Deliver clear, compassionate diagnostic feedback to children and families.
• Produce accurate, high-quality diagnostic reports using AI-assisted report writing tools.
• Provide clinical supervision where applicable.

Skills

ADHD knowledge

Autism spectrum knowledge

Pediatric CAMHS experience

Diagnostic reporting

Education

HCPC registered Speech & Language Therapist

ADHD/ADOS/ADI-R qualification

Tools

ADOS/ADI-R tools

Job description

PERMANENT ROLE Speech & Language Therapist Specialist Neurodevelopmental Practitioner – ADHD & Autism Assessments (CYP) Hybrid – F2F assessments in Manchester, admin from home Salary – £42,000 to £56,000 DOE Software platforms - Semble & Heidi AI Service Care Solutions are proud to be recruiting for a Speech & Language Therapist to fulfill the role of a Specialist Neurodevelopmental Practitioner on behalf of a growing independent provider of autism and ADHD assessments for children and young people across the UK. This innovative service delivers high-quality, evidence-based neurodevelopmental assessments for children and young people through both NHS Right to Choose and private pathways. Through Service Care Solutions, you will join a passionate multidisciplinary team that includes Clinical Psychologists, Speech and Language Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Family Therapists, and Psychiatrists, all dedicated to delivering timely, accurate diagnoses and improving long-term outcomes for children and families.

Responsibilities

• Conduct face-to-face structured ADHD and/or autism assessments with children and young people in Manchester
• Complete remote developmental history interviews with parents and carers
• Participate in collaborative MDT diagnostic discussions, with senior support available
• Deliver clear, compassionate diagnostic feedback to children and families
• Produce accurate, high-quality diagnostic reports using AI-assisted report writing tools
• Provide clinical supervision where applicable

Requirements

• Minimum 1 year's professional registration with HCPC
• HCPC – Speech & Language Therapist
• Recognised ADHD and ADOS/ADI-R qualification
• At least 1 year's experience working with children and young people in a clinical or CAMHS setting
• Experience conducting or supporting ADHD and/or autism diagnostic assessments in CYP is desirable; candidates with solid paediatric or CAMHS backgrounds and a willingness to train will also be considered
• Strong understanding of neurodevelopmental presentations in children
• Knowledge of DSM-5 diagnostic criteria for ADHD and autism
• Familiarity with tools such as ADOS-2, ADI-R, or equivalent is advantageous
• Eligibility to work in the UK

Why Join Service Care Solutions?

• Welcome Bonus of £250, paid after completion of 150 hours (or equivalent) in your new placement
• Refer a friend and earn up to £750 per successful referral