The posting
Position: Team Leader – Neurodevelopmental Assessment Team (Autism / ADHD)
Location: Norwich
Contract Type: Permanent
Working Pattern: Clinic-Based / Hybrid
Salary: £43,000 - £55,000 per annum
About the Opportunity
RGH-Global are recruiting for an award-winning, NHS approved independent psychology and neurodevelopmental practice known for its high-quality assessments and service delivery. Our client serves individuals across the UK and is expanding their Norwich clinic to meet growing demand for neurodevelopmental services.
They offer a collaborative, supportive, and innovative work environment, with a strong commitment to professional development through ongoing training, clinical supervision, and a comprehensive benefits package. This is your chance to join a team dedicated to making a significant impact in the community.
Job Summary
This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced senior clinician to step into a Team Leader role at the neurodevelopmental assessment clinic in Norwich. This position offers the chance to lead a multidisciplinary team delivering high-quality autism and ADHD evaluations for children and young people.
If you're passionate about driving clinical excellence, mentoring colleagues, and making a meaningful impact, this role is the perfect next step in your career. You'll be working with cutting-edge digital workflows and smart report-writing tools whilst leading a dedicated team focused on transforming neurodevelopmental care.
Main Duties of the Job
In this Team Leader role, you will oversee the daily operations of the Norwich clinic, managing a diverse team of professionals conducting specialist assessments for autism and ADHD. Key responsibilities include:
Serving as the primary contact for day-to-day clinic operations
Conducting and supervising diagnostic assessments for individuals with suspected autism and/or ADHD using tools such as ADOS-2 and ADI-R
Producing timely, professional assessment reports with clear recommendations and interventions
Maintaining clinical oversight of all active cases, ensuring structured case management and clear plans to prevent delays
Working with administrative staff to manage logistics, such as case bookings, to ensure fair workload distribution and avoid overbooking
Resolving operational challenges, such as staff absences or case reallocations
Supporting new team members with onboarding, skill development, and integration
Identifying inefficiencies in clinic processes, creating new resources, and collaborating with senior leadership to drive improvements
Leading multidisciplinary team (MDT) discussions to support effective case management and decision-making
Identifying training needs for the team and individuals, escalating these to senior leadership
Supervising a team of psychologists, speech and language therapists, occupational therapists, and neurodevelopmental practitioners
Ensuring robust clinical governance, with oversight of all active cases to maintain clear direction and efficient case management
Monitoring service delivery and performance metrics
Escalating and resolving operational or clinical issues with senior management
Participating in leadership meetings and organizational events to contribute to strategic objectives
This role is an excellent opportunity to lead with innovation and enhance service delivery in a dynamic, client-focused setting.
Essential Requirements
HCPC-registered Practitioner Psychologist, Speech and Language Therapist, Occupational Therapist, NMC-registered Nurse, or Neurodevelopmental Practitioner with specialist training
Must be eligible to work in the UK
Several years of experience conducting diagnostic neurodevelopmental/specialist developmental assessments for children and young people
ADOS-2/ADI-R trained (essential)
Experience working with individuals with neurodevelopmental disorders or mental health difficulties in a clinical setting
In-depth knowledge of DSM-5 diagnostic criteria and appropriate assessment tools for autism and ADHD
Strong understanding of differential diagnosis
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work effectively within and lead a multidisciplinary team
Experience in team and service management
Clinical supervision experience (highly desirable)
Strong report-writing and record-keeping skills
Desirable Experience
QB-trained
Additional qualifications in relevant areas of autism and/or ADHD
Our Ways of Working
Digital workflows and smart report-writing reduce admin time and enhance clinical impact
A custom-built electronic health record system, developed in-house using market leading research
Continuously enhancing internal systems, based on employee feedback to improve efficiency
In-house IT and operational support, so you're never left troubleshooting alone
Benefits
Competitive salary (£43,000 - £55,000 per annum)
A values-led culture where clinical excellence, compassion, and staff wellbeing come first
Continued professional development and reflective practice opportunities
Full ongoing training and clinical supervision
Annual salary reviews and pension contributions
Generous annual leave allowance plus bank holidays
Birthday day off or day in lieu
Private healthcare to support your physical and mental health
Company laptop and on-call IT support
Company benefits and discounts
Access to company events
Access to a collaborative, multidisciplinary team passionate about improving outcomes for neurodivergent individuals and their families
This is an exceptional opportunity to lead a dedicated team and make a meaningful impact through high-quality neurodevelopmental care. If you're ready to step into a senior leadership role where you can drive clinical excellence and support professional growth, we want to hear from you.
