ADHD / Autism Assessor
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 15 Ebrill 2026 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £45,000.00 i £50,000.00 bob blwyddyn |
| Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog: | £45000.00 - £50000.00 a year |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 05 Mai 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Sheffield, S118FT |
| Cwmni: | NHS Jobs |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | E0495-26-0002 |
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ADHD/ASD Assessor Job Description (Clinical / Educational / Practitioner Psychologist) Job Title ADHD Assessor (Children 6+ & Adults) Organisation Montrose Health Group Ltd Reports to Clinical Lead / Consultant Psychologist (Consultant Psychiatrist for prescribing interface) Contract Full Time and remote / clinic based 37.5 hours Role Purpose To undertake high-quality, evidence-based ASD/ ADHD assessments for children aged 6+, young people, and adults, contributing to accurate diagnosis, robust clinical formulation, and MDT decision-making in line with NICE NG87, DSM-5 / ICD-11, and CQC standards. To produce accurate reports in line with service requirements. Key Responsibilities ASD/ADHD Assessment & Formulation Conduct comprehensive ASD/ ADHD assessments across the lifespan Take detailed developmental, educational, occupational, and psychosocial histories Use validated tools including: Conners (parent/teacher/self) SNAP-IV DIVA-5 (adults) ADOS Analyse multi-informant data and clinical observations Formulate clear diagnostic conclusions using DSM-5 / ICD-11 Consider and document differential diagnoses including: Autism Spectrum Condition Anxiety and mood disorders Trauma Learning difficulties Attachment and emotional regulation difficulties MDT & Diagnostic Governance Present cases at ASD/ADHD diagnostic MDT meetings Contribute to consultant-led diagnostic decisions Escalate complex presentations appropriately Support quality assurance and audit processes Attend team meetings where needed Reporting & Feedback Produce high-quality diagnostic reports suitable for: Clients and families GPs Schools / colleges Local authorities Deliver feedback sessions to parents/carers and adults Produce child-friendly summary letters where required Ensure reports meet NHS and Right to Choose standards Collect feedback through Doctify or similar Safeguarding & Professional Practice Identify safeguarding concerns and follow local safeguarding procedures Complete risk assessments where indicated Maintain accurate, timely clinical records Work within consent, Gillick competence, and Mental Capacity Act frameworks Participate in: Supervision CPD Service development and governance activity MAST (Mandatory and Statutory Training) Essential Criteria Doctorate or equivalent qualification in: Clinical Psychology Educational Psychology Practitioner Psychology Registered Healthcare professional Professional registration Formal training and experience in ASD/ ADHD assessment minimum of 1 year experience. Strong knowledge of: NICE NG87 DSM-5 / ICD-11 Experience assessing children and/or adults Excellent formulation and report-writing skills Minimum of 1 year experience of diagnostic and report writing in a health setting. Desirable Experience with Right to Choose ADHD pathways Experience assessing ADHD and Autism together ADOS training/experience Experience working in NHS or CQC-registered services Trauma-informed practice Personal Attributes Neurodiversity-affirming and strengths-based High clinical integrity and attention to detail Confident autonomous practitioner Collaborative MDT approach