Team Manager

NHS; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A psychological services provider in Huddersfield is seeking a Clinic Manager to oversee daily operations, coordinate teams, and manage client processes. Candidates should have relevant professional registration and experience in team management, alongside a strong understanding of autism and ADHD criteria. This role offers a competitive salary, professional development opportunities, and the support of a dedicated team.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous leave entitlement

Private healthcare

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Experience managing a clinic or team.
• Knowledge of NICE guidelines for neuro-developmental assessments.
• Ability to work within multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day clinic operations.
• Coordinate rotas and workloads with the Bookings Team.
• Manage client appeals and complaints.

Skills

Team management

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Knowledge of DSM-5 criteria

Collaboration

Education

Professional registration (HCPC, NMC, GMC)

Advanced training in autism or ADHD

Management or leadership qualifications

Job description

At Evolve Psychology Services, we equip our clinicians with the tools and support they need to focus on what matters most: delivering exceptional care to children, young people and their families. You will join a passionate and supportive multidisciplinary team dedicated to providing high-quality, evidence-based assessments for autism and ADHD, delivered through both NHS-funded and private pathways. Working closely with the Operations Managers, you will help oversee the clinical team at our Huddersfield clinic to ensure timely, accurate assessments and the highest standards of care.

Main duties of the job

In this role, you will take responsibility for the day-to-day running of the clinic, liaising with the Bookings Team to coordinate rotas and workloads while ensuring the smooth delivery of services. You will be expected to problem-solve logistical challenges, such as clinician absences, and support clients and families through the appeals and complaints processes, escalating cases to the senior leadership team when necessary.

You will coordinate the onboarding of new clinical staff and identify any gaps or inefficiencies within clinical processes, working collaboratively with leadership to resolve them. The role includes providing support in multidisciplinary team meetings, identifying training needs within the team, and offering clinical supervision as appropriate. You will line manage clinicians, oversee quality assurance checks of diagnostic reports, and ensure reports meet professional and organisational standards.

Alongside these duties, you will work with Operations and HR to monitor and meet workforce needs, contribute to audit and governance activity to ensure clinical excellence, and monitor clinic performance and quality metrics in line with ICB contractual requirements. This is a leadership position that requires a thorough understanding of DSM‑5 diagnostic criteria for autism and ADHD, NICE guidance, and the ability to work collaboratively across all areas of the organisation.

About us

Evolve Psychology is a clinician-founded, clinician-led service established in 2014 by Consultant Clinical Psychologist Dr Laura Powling. We were created with a clear vision - to combine care, connection, empathy and clinical excellence without compromise. What began as a small practice delivering expert witness and neurodevelopmental assessments has grown into a national independent psychology service, proudly partnering with the NHS since 2021.

Our multidisciplinary team of over 100 experts provides high-quality, evidence-based assessments for autism, ADHD, dyslexia and dyscalculia, supporting children, young people and adults across the UK.

At Evolve, we prioritise clinical quality and impact over speed or scale, ensuring our assessments make a real difference to the lives of families. With a strong values-led culture grounded in compassion, clarity and integrity, we are proud to be an award-winning organisation leading the way in neurodevelopmental care and innovation.

Job responsibilities

About Evolve Psychology

At Evolve Psychology, we dothings 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. In 2023 we were awarded a further contract in Dublin, to help support the HSE on the assessment of need pathway in Ireland.

We are clinician founded and clinician led, proudly registered with HCPC and affiliated with the British Psychological Society and the Royal College of Speech & Language Therapists. We are 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 neuro‑inclusive content, or collaborating on research, all part of our broader mission to raise awareness and improve support for neuro‑divergent 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.
• We’re 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.

You’ll join a passionate and supportive multidisciplinary team dedicated to making a meaningful difference in the lives of children and young people. Our service specialises in high-quality, evidence-based assessments for autism and ADHD, delivered through both NHS‑funded referrals and private pathways. As part of your role, you will work closely alongside the Operations Managers to oversee the wider team in delivering comprehensive neuro‑developmental assessments, helping ensure timely, accurate diagnoses that lead to appropriate support and improved outcomes for families.

You will be responsible for:

• Oversight of the day‑to‑day running of the clinic
• Liaising with the Bookings team to communicate around rotas and work plans
• Problem‑solving logistical issues associated with the running of busy clinics, e.g. clinician absence, etc.
• Supporting clients and families through the appeals process and managing complaints, escalating to senior leadership team as required.
• Organising and coordinating the onboarding of new clinical staff
• Identifying and resolving gaps in clinical processes
• Offering support in MDTs for complex cases
• Identifying training needs within the team
• Line management of clinicians
• Conducting Quality Assurance checks on clinical diagnostic reports to ensure accuracy, consistency, and adherence to professional standards.
• Work collaboratively with Operation Managers and HR to monitor and meet workforce needs
• Overall responsibility for clinical excellence through a variety of audit and governance activities in collaboration with clinical leadership team
• Monitoring clinic and service wide KPIs relating to performance and quality in line with ICB contractual requirements
• Demonstrating in-depth understanding of all clinical components involved in specialist neuro‑developmental assessments
• Provide clinical supervision as appropriate
• Working collaboratively with senior operational and clinical leadership to resolve inefficiencies, embrace technology and develop resources to enhance clinic operations

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

• Professional registration with one of the following regulatory bodies would be preferred: 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, Children's Nurse

Social Work England Social Worker

• Experience of clinic, team and service management
• Experience overseeing service delivery and workflow management
• In‑depth knowledge of DSM‑5 diagnostic criteria for autism and ADHD, as well as knowledge of NICE guidelines relating to neuro‑developmental assessment
• Effective time management and organisation skills
• Ability to work collaboratively within teams across the business
• Well‑developed communication skills to liaise with different stakeholders
• Must be eligible to work in the UK

Why work with Evolve?

• Be part of a supportive, purpose‑driven team dedicated to transforming neuro‑developmental care across the UK. At Evolve, we offer:
• A values‑led culture where clinical excellence, compassion, and staff wellbeing come first.
• 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 neuro‑divergent individuals and their families.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Eligibility to work in the UK.
• Professional registration with a relevant regulatory body (HCPC, NMC, GMC, Social Work England), e.g., Clinical Psychologist, Counselling Psychologist, Educational Psychologist, Speech and Language Therapist, Occupational Therapist, Nurse, Doctor, or Social Worker.
• Advanced training or certification in autism, ADHD, or neuro‑developmental assessment tools (e.g., ADOS‑2, ADI‑R).
• Formal management, leadership, or supervision qualifications.

Experience

• Experience managing a clinic, team, or service, including operational and workflow oversight.
• Experience conducting or overseeing neuro‑developmental assessments for children and young people.
• Knowledge of DSM‑5 diagnostic criteria for autism and ADHD, and familiarity with NICE guidelines for neuro‑developmental assessments.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams and liaise with different stakeholders.
• Strong organisational, planning, and time management skills.
• Experience working within NHS‑funded or Right to Choose neuro‑developmental services.
• Experience leading audits, governance, or KPI monitoring in clinical services.
• Experience providing clinical supervision and quality assurance of reports.

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.

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working, Compressed hours