Psychologist

Psychologist   Autism Assessment Psychologist (Adults & Children) - Remote (UK) and/or Yorkshire (in-person) Rates & Working Arrangements£350 per remote assessment£380 per on-site assessment Up to 4 assessments per dayAssessment hours: 08:00–22:00, Monday–Sunday  Overview   A clinician-led neurodevelopmental service is expanding its Autism Assessment provision for adults and children and is seeking experienced HCPC-registered psychologists to join its assessor team. The role involves delivering high-quality, evidence-based autism assessments within a robust clinical governance framework and a neuro-affirming, patient-centred approach. You will manage the full assessment pathway end-to-end, integrating standardised tools, clinical interview, developmental history, and observation, and producing clear, defensible diagnostic reports.   Key Responsibilities  Deliver autism diagnostic assessments for adults and/or children (remote and/or Leeds clinic)Complete clinical interview, functional impact assessment, and neurodevelopmental historyReview and integrate collateral information (family, informants, records)Use and interpret assessment tools including AQ10, RAADS, CAT-Q, and AQ50Undertake and document structured behavioural observation (e.g. ADOS-2 or agreed alternative)Formulate diagnostic outcomes using recognised frameworks (DSM/ICD), including differential diagnosisProduce high-quality diagnostic reports within agreed timeframesProvide professional, sensitive feedback sessions with psychoeducation and recommendationsMaintain accurate clinical records and comply with governance, safeguarding, and GDPR requirements  Essential CriteriaHCPC registration as a Psychologist, one of the following:Clinical PsychologistCounselling PsychologistForensic PsychologistEducational PsychologistExperience independently completing autism assessmentsStrong understanding of autism presentations across the lifespanExcellent clinical report-writing skillsCommitment to neuro-affirming, evidence-based practiceAppropriate professional indemnityFor remote work: private clinical space and own equipment  DesirableADOS-2 training and experience (relevant modules)Experience with structured autism interviews (e.g. ADI-R, DISCO, 3Di)Experience within NHS or NHS-commissioned pathways (including Right to Choose)Pre-Engagement Checks Engagement is subject to DBS, identity and right-to-work checks, professional registration, and references.