[Hiring] Associate Neurodiversity Clinician – OT / SLT / Neurodiversity Practitioner (Autism & ADHD) @Spectrum.Life

Role Description

We are looking for experienced, HCPC-registered Occupational Therapists, Speech and Language Therapists, or qualified Neurodiversity Practitioners to join our growing network of Associate clinicians. In this role you will deliver high-quality, neuroaffirmative Autism and ADHD identification assessments for children (aged 7+) and adults, as part of a multidisciplinary diagnostic team.

Working on a flexible, self-employed basis, you will contribute to a service committed to transforming access to neurodiversity assessment across the UK, in line with NICE guidelines (NG142, NG228, NG87), DSM-5, and ICD-11 diagnostic frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, neuroaffirmative Autism and ADHD identification assessments for children (aged 7+) and adults, utilising gold-standard tools including ADOS-2 and ADI-R within a multidisciplinary diagnostic pathway.
• Conduct initial Neurodiversity Consultations and deliver sensitive, neuroaffirmative feedback sessions, exploring presenting concerns and communicating outcomes in a collaborative and person-centred manner.
• Complete biopsychosocial and multidisciplinary formulations, identifying and communicating relevant reasonable accommodations across educational, workplace and community settings.
• Produce high-quality written assessment reports presenting complex clinical information in a clear, accessible and strengths-based manner for individuals, families and professional stakeholders.
• Collaborate closely with psychologists and fellow MDT colleagues to ensure integrated, person-centred assessment formulations.
• Undertake risk screening and safeguarding assessments in line with UK legislation and organisational procedures, with particular attention to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people.
• Maintain accurate and contemporaneous case notes and records in line with HCPC standards and UK GDPR requirements.

Qualifications

• Degree or postgraduate qualification in Occupational Therapy, Speech and Language Therapy, or an equivalent neurodiversity-focused qualification recognised by HCPC.
• Current registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
• Current registration with the relevant professional body:
• Occupational Therapists: Royal College of Occupational Therapists (RCOT)
• Speech and Language Therapists: Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT)
• Current, valid Enhanced DBS certificate (on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain prior to commencement).
• Current professional indemnity and public liability insurance (minimum £2 million cover).
• Registration with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO).
• Minimum 2 years post-HCPC registration experience, including neurodiversity assessment experience.
• Formal training and demonstrated competence in ADOS-2 and ADI-R administration and interpretation.
• Experience delivering remote/virtual assessments to children (7+) and/or adults.
• Experience producing comprehensive neurodiversity assessment reports, including recommendations and reasonable accommodations.
• Experience providing post-diagnostic feedback to individuals and families.
• Experience working as part of a multidisciplinary assessment team.
• Strong knowledge of NICE guidelines (NG142, NG228, NG87), DSM-5 and ICD-11 diagnostic criteria relevant to Autism and ADHD.
• Knowledge of co-occurring conditions (e.g. anxiety, learning disabilities, developmental trauma) and their interaction with neurodevelopmental presentations.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and risk frameworks relevant to children, young people and adults in the UK.
• Knowledge of the Equality Act 2010 and its application to reasonable adjustments.
• Confidence working in an online/digital format.
• Ability to work independently and manage own caseload and administration as a self-employed practitioner.

Desirable

• Experience assessing combined AuDHD presentations.
• Experience adapting assessments for individuals with co-occurring intellectual disabilities, sensory needs or complex communication profiles.
• Experience of consultation and training on neurodiversity to families, schools or other professionals.
• Experience working across NHS and independent sector pathways.

Benefits

• Flexible, self-employed associate contract with competitive sessional rates.
• Fully remote working.
• The opportunity to work in a neuroaffirmative way and contribute to a meaningful shift in how neurodiversity is understood and supported.
• Access to a welcoming and supportive multidisciplinary team of specialist clinicians.