ADOS Assessor

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

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