Neurodevelopmental Assistant (NDA)
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 28 Ionawr 2026 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £26,000 i £28,000 bob blwyddyn |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 13 Chwefror 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Manor House, Lutyens Close, Basingstoke, RG24 8AG |
| Gweithio o bell: | Hybrid - gweithio o bell hyd at 4 ddiwrnod yr wythnos |
| Cwmni: | Skylight Psychiatry Ltd |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | NDA SP |
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Neurodevelopmental Assistant (NDA)
Reports to: Clinical Team Lead
Salary: £26,000–£28,000 per annum
Location: Basingstoke - Hybrid (with occasional travel to office as required)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Skylight Psychiatry is a forward thinking, dynamic mental health service. We are a CQC registered service delivering person-centred assessment, care and support, with our ultimate aim being to improve the lives of people with neurodevelopmental conditions such as ADHD, Autism and Learning disabilities.
Role Purpose
To support the delivery of high-quality combined Autism and ADHD assessments within the Skylight Psychiatry neurodevelopmental pathway.
The Neurodevelopmental Assistant plays a key role in delivering ADHD diagnostic interviews (DIVA 5.0) and in providing dedicated support to a named Autism MDT, contributing to MDT preparation, participation, and the consolidation of assessment outcomes and reports. The role also contributes to post-diagnostic support and wider service activity where capacity allows.
Key Responsibilities
Assessment & MDT Support
• Conduct virtual DIVA 5.0 ADHD diagnostic interviews as part of the combined Autism and ADHD assessment pathway.
• Prepare assessment cases for MDT discussion, ensuring information is complete, accurate, and appropriately documented.
• Provide consistent support to a named Autism MDT, including participation in MDT meetings and contribution to clinical discussions.
• Support the consolidation and finalisation of assessment outcomes and reports in line with agreed MDT processes.
Post-Diagnostic & Pathway Support
• Deliver post-diagnostic support sessions and group interventions, where required.
• Support effective patient flow through the neurodevelopmental pathway, working closely with clinicians, administrators, and management.
Documentation & Governance
• Maintain accurate, timely, and professional clinical documentation in line with organisational, clinical, and information governance requirements.
• Adhere at all times to safeguarding, confidentiality, and clinical governance policies.
Service Contribution & Development
• Engage in supervision, reflective practice, and ongoing learning and development.
• Participate in audit, quality improvement, and service development activities where appropriate.
• Demonstrate willingness to contribute to the training and support of new team members as the service develops, under guidance from senior staff.
• Provide flexible support to wider service activities aligned to the neurodevelopmental pathway, where appropriate to skills, training, and service need.
• Demonstrate openness to changes in role focus or responsibilities within the scope of the Neurodevelopmental Assistant role, in response to service need and pathway development.
Working Pattern & Capacity
• Each NDA is expected to provide dedicated support to an Autism MDT, typically requiring two days per week focused on MDT preparation, participation, and outcome/report consolidation.
• Where the role is undertaken on a job-share basis, combined responsibility will equate to full-time coverage, including support to two Autism MDTs and delivery of four DIVA (ADHD) assessments per week.
• Remaining time may include DIVA assessments, post-diagnostic support, audit, learning, or other service priorities, depending on contracted hours and service need.
• The role may be undertaken on a full-time, part-time, or job-share basis, subject to service requirements.
Person Specification
Essential
• Experience working within neurodevelopmental, mental health, or related clinical services.
• Knowledge of Autism and ADHD assessment pathways.
• Ability to conduct structured clinical interviews, or willingness to be trained.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• High standards of organisation, accuracy, and professionalism.
Desirable
• Experience using DIVA 5.0 or similar ADHD diagnostic tools.
• Experience supporting MDT working or structured assessment pathways.
• Experience delivering post-diagnostic support or group interventions.
Benefits:
• Opportunities for professional development and growth within the service
• Annual salary review
• 25 days annual leave.
• Pension scheme offered
• Birthday off as additional leave
• Work related electronic devices provided
Please submit both your CV and a cover letter outlining your reasons for applying for this role. Please note that due to the high volume of applications anticipated, we will be unable to contact all applicants individually unless shortlisted. If you have not been contacted within a month of submitting your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. Thank you.
At Skylight Psychiatry, we are committed to fostering a fair and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive and reach their full potential. We recognise that diverse teams encourage creativity and productivity, so we warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds. We encourage candidates to apply regardless of age, gender, gender identity or expression, religion or belief, disability, ethnicity, or sexual orientation. Together, we create an environment that values and celebrates diversity!
Job Types: Full-time Permanent
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Basingstoke, RG24 8AG.
Reports to: Clinical Team Lead
Salary: £26,000–£28,000 per annum
Location: Basingstoke - Hybrid (with occasional travel to office as required)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Skylight Psychiatry is a forward thinking, dynamic mental health service. We are a CQC registered service delivering person-centred assessment, care and support, with our ultimate aim being to improve the lives of people with neurodevelopmental conditions such as ADHD, Autism and Learning disabilities.
Role Purpose
To support the delivery of high-quality combined Autism and ADHD assessments within the Skylight Psychiatry neurodevelopmental pathway.
The Neurodevelopmental Assistant plays a key role in delivering ADHD diagnostic interviews (DIVA 5.0) and in providing dedicated support to a named Autism MDT, contributing to MDT preparation, participation, and the consolidation of assessment outcomes and reports. The role also contributes to post-diagnostic support and wider service activity where capacity allows.
Key Responsibilities
Assessment & MDT Support
• Conduct virtual DIVA 5.0 ADHD diagnostic interviews as part of the combined Autism and ADHD assessment pathway.
• Prepare assessment cases for MDT discussion, ensuring information is complete, accurate, and appropriately documented.
• Provide consistent support to a named Autism MDT, including participation in MDT meetings and contribution to clinical discussions.
• Support the consolidation and finalisation of assessment outcomes and reports in line with agreed MDT processes.
Post-Diagnostic & Pathway Support
• Deliver post-diagnostic support sessions and group interventions, where required.
• Support effective patient flow through the neurodevelopmental pathway, working closely with clinicians, administrators, and management.
Documentation & Governance
• Maintain accurate, timely, and professional clinical documentation in line with organisational, clinical, and information governance requirements.
• Adhere at all times to safeguarding, confidentiality, and clinical governance policies.
Service Contribution & Development
• Engage in supervision, reflective practice, and ongoing learning and development.
• Participate in audit, quality improvement, and service development activities where appropriate.
• Demonstrate willingness to contribute to the training and support of new team members as the service develops, under guidance from senior staff.
• Provide flexible support to wider service activities aligned to the neurodevelopmental pathway, where appropriate to skills, training, and service need.
• Demonstrate openness to changes in role focus or responsibilities within the scope of the Neurodevelopmental Assistant role, in response to service need and pathway development.
Working Pattern & Capacity
• Each NDA is expected to provide dedicated support to an Autism MDT, typically requiring two days per week focused on MDT preparation, participation, and outcome/report consolidation.
• Where the role is undertaken on a job-share basis, combined responsibility will equate to full-time coverage, including support to two Autism MDTs and delivery of four DIVA (ADHD) assessments per week.
• Remaining time may include DIVA assessments, post-diagnostic support, audit, learning, or other service priorities, depending on contracted hours and service need.
• The role may be undertaken on a full-time, part-time, or job-share basis, subject to service requirements.
Person Specification
Essential
• Experience working within neurodevelopmental, mental health, or related clinical services.
• Knowledge of Autism and ADHD assessment pathways.
• Ability to conduct structured clinical interviews, or willingness to be trained.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• High standards of organisation, accuracy, and professionalism.
Desirable
• Experience using DIVA 5.0 or similar ADHD diagnostic tools.
• Experience supporting MDT working or structured assessment pathways.
• Experience delivering post-diagnostic support or group interventions.
Benefits:
• Opportunities for professional development and growth within the service
• Annual salary review
• 25 days annual leave.
• Pension scheme offered
• Birthday off as additional leave
• Work related electronic devices provided
Please submit both your CV and a cover letter outlining your reasons for applying for this role. Please note that due to the high volume of applications anticipated, we will be unable to contact all applicants individually unless shortlisted. If you have not been contacted within a month of submitting your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. Thank you.
At Skylight Psychiatry, we are committed to fostering a fair and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive and reach their full potential. We recognise that diverse teams encourage creativity and productivity, so we warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds. We encourage candidates to apply regardless of age, gender, gender identity or expression, religion or belief, disability, ethnicity, or sexual orientation. Together, we create an environment that values and celebrates diversity!
Job Types: Full-time Permanent
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Basingstoke, RG24 8AG.