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

TN United Kingdom; Huddersfield; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading practice in the UK is seeking a qualified Speech & Language Therapist to join their Neurodevelopmental Assessment Team. This hybrid role involves conducting assessments for children referred for autism and ADHD, with responsibilities including report writing and potential supervision of junior staff. Candidates must be HCPC registered and have experience in neurodevelopmental assessments.

Qualifications

• Experience in conducting diagnostic neurodevelopmental assessments with children and young people.
• Knowledge of DSM-5 criteria and assessment tools for autism and ADHD.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive specialist assessments for autism and/or ADHD.
• Write assessment reports promptly and professionally.
• Provide supervision and support to junior staff if required.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Report Writing

Education

HCPC registered Speech and Language Therapist

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Speech & Language Therapist (ADOS-2 / ADI-R) - Huddersfield, Huddersfield

Client: RGH-Global Limited

Location: Huddersfield, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 95f83e2339a5

Job Views: 3

Posted: 21.05.2025

Expiry Date: 05.07.2025

Job Description:

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

Role: Permanent

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

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, expert witness assessments for courts and parole boards, and assessments in criminal, family, immigration, and medico-legal cases. They have a strong track record of delivering high-quality assessments and NHS contracts.

The Role:

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

The clinician will conduct comprehensive specialist assessments, including diagnostic assessments for autism and/or ADHD using established tools. Mental health assessments may also be needed. Assessments are carried out on behalf of the NHS via GP referral.

The clinician is responsible for writing assessment reports promptly and professionally, offering recommendations and interventions. Depending on experience, supervision and support of junior staff may also be part of the role.

Qualifications:

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