The posting
Remote Autism & ADHD Diagnostic Clinician
Location: Fully Remote Job Type: Sessional / Associate Specialisms: Clinical Psychologist, Counselling Psychologist, Educational Psychologist, GMC-Registered Clinician
Join a Growing NHS-Funded Autism & ADHD Assessment Service
We are seeking experienced clinicians to deliver remote Autism and Autism/ADHD diagnostic assessments as part of a well-established NHS-funded assessment service.
This opportunity is ideal for professionals with a strong background in neurodevelopmental diagnostics who are looking for flexible, consistent assessment work while working entirely from home.
The service utilises a modern assessment pathway supported by purpose-built clinical software and ambient note-taking technology, allowing clinicians to focus on high-quality clinical decision-making and patient care.
Who We're Looking For
We welcome applications from:
- Clinical Psychologists
- Counselling Psychologists
- Educational Psychologists
- GMC-Registered Clinicians
Applicants may specialise in:
- Adults only
- Children & Young People (CYP) only
- Both Adults and CYP
Essential Requirements
Candidates must have:
- Minimum 1 year of post-registration clinical experience
- Minimum 1 year conducting full autism diagnostic assessments
- ADOS-2 training and practical assessment experience
- Experience assessing against DSM-5 criteria
- Knowledge of ADHD and differential diagnoses, including intellectual disability
- Experience conducting Adult ADOS assessments and/or CYP ADOS Modules 1-4
- Excellent report-writing and diagnostic reasoning skills
- Ability to work independently in a remote setting
The Assessment Model
The service uses a flexible, adapted play-based and activity-based assessment model that explores Autism and ADHD presentations rather than relying solely on a traditional ADOS-led approach.
Clinicians should be comfortable:
- Conducting detailed autism and autism/ADHD assessments remotely
- Adapting assessment styles to individual presentation and need
- Gathering evidence from multiple clinical sources
- Clearly evidencing DSM-5 diagnostic criteria
- Producing comprehensive diagnostic reports
- Participating in multidisciplinary team discussions
What the Role Involves
Assessment Preparation (30 Minutes)
- Reviewing referral documentation and patient history
- Preparing and tailoring the assessment approach
- Reviewing questionnaires and supporting information
Assessment Appointment (60 Minutes)
- Autism diagnostic assessments
- Combined Autism and ADHD assessments where applicable
Clinical Administration (Up to 60 Minutes)
- Clinical record keeping
- Diagnostic outcome documentation
- Session notes
- Risk and safeguarding documentation where required
- Review and inclusion of questionnaire results
- Completion of MDT documentation with clear diagnostic evidence
All documentation must be completed within 24 hours of the assessment.
MDT Participation (30 Minutes)
- Attendance at diagnostic MDT discussions
- Additional MDT reviews for complex cases where required
Total commitment per assessment: approximately 2.5 to 3 hours
Expected Caseload
Successful clinicians will typically be expected to:
- Complete up to 4 autism or autism/ADHD assessments per day
- Participate in MDT meetings
- Complete associated reports and clinical administration
What's on Offer?
- Fully remote working
- Flexible sessional commitments
- Consistent NHS-funded assessment work
- Dedicated clinical and administrative support
- Innovative assessment and reporting technology
- Immediate onboarding available
- Opportunity to join a rapidly growing neurodevelopmental service



