*PERMANENT ROLE*
Specialist Neurodevelopmental Practitioner – ADHD & Autism Assessments (CYP)
Hybrid – F2F assessments in Manchester, admin from home
Salary – £42,000 to £80,000 DOE
Profession: Nurse, Social Worker, Clinical Psych, OT & SaLT
Service Care Solutions are proud to be recruiting for 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, NMC, or GMC
- HCPC – Clinical Psychologist, Speech and Language Therapist, or Occupational Therapist
- NMC – Mental Health Nurse, Learning Disability Nurse, Children's Nurse, or General Nurse
- SWE - Qualified Social Worker
- 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
To Apply: Please contact Chris using the details below:
E: christopher.richardson@servicecare.org.uk T: 01772 208 963