Position: Psychologist (ADOS-2), Norwich
Location: Norwich, Norfolk
Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time and Part-Time Available)
Working Pattern: Clinic-Based / Hybrid
Salary: £45,000 - £80,000 per annum (dependent on experience)
Job Opportunity: Psychologist – Neurodevelopmental AssessmentsRGH-Global are excited to present an excellent opportunity to join an award-winning, NHS approved independent psychology and neurodevelopmental practice. This dynamic team delivers high-quality, evidence-based diagnostic assessments for children and young people, collaborating closely with NHS-funded referrals and private pathways to provide exceptional care.
Role OverviewWe are seeking HCPC registered Practitioner Psychologists (Clinical, Counselling, or Educational Psychologist) for full-time and part-time roles within our client’s Neurodevelopmental Assessment Team based in Norwich. This is an exciting and valuable clinic-based/hybrid position for suitably qualified clinicians working with children and young people referred for autism and/or ADHD assessments via NHS Patient Choice and GP pathways.
Our client equips their clinicians with cutting-edge tools and support to help them focus on what matters most: delivering exceptional care to children, young people and their families. You’ll join a passionate and supportive multidisciplinary team dedicated to making a meaningful difference. Working with digital workflows and smart report-writing tools, you’ll contribute to comprehensive neurodevelopmental assessments, helping ensure timely, accurate diagnoses that lead to appropriate support and improved outcomes for families.
Key Responsibilities• Conducting face-to-face structured observations as part of the neurodevelopmental assessment process using ADOS-2
• Conducting remote developmental history interviews with parents and carers via Zoom
• Participating collaboratively in peer MDT diagnostic discussions, supported by senior clinicians where needed
• Delivering clear, compassionate feedback to families
• Producing accurate clinical reports, including diagnostic formulations, with the help of smart tools
• Writing assessment reports in a timely and professional manner with appropriate recommendations and interventions
• Working efficiently to meet service Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
• Delivering clinical supervision (where applicable)
• Additional responsibilities may be added depending on service needs and previous experience, such as consultation to other clinicians, quality checking assessment reports, or service development projects
• Able to travel to the Norwich clinic base to conduct in-person assessments
Essential Requirements• HCPC registered Practitioner Psychologist (Clinical Psychologist, Counselling Psychologist, or Educational Psychologist)
• Minimum of 1 year experience conducting diagnostic assessments for autism and/or ADHD in children and young people
• Trained and experienced in the use of ADOS-2 (essential)
• Experience with diagnostic tools such as ADI-R
• In-depth knowledge of DSM-5 diagnostic criteria for autism and ADHD
• Strong understanding of differential diagnosis in neurodevelopmental presentations
• Experience working with children and young people with neurodevelopmental disorders or mental health difficulties in a clinical setting
• Effective time management and caseload organisation skills, with the ability to manage competing demands and meet clinical deadlines
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team and participate in collaborative diagnostic discussions
• Highly developed written language skills used to produce high-quality clinical reports
• Well-developed communication skills with children, young people, and their families, ensuring compassionate, clear, and professional interactions throughout the assessment process
• Must be eligible to work in the UK
Desirable Experience• Clinical supervision experience
• Additional qualifications in relevant areas of autism and/or ADHD
• Experience conducting assessments of mental health conditions
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
• Ongoing training and onboarding to ensure confidence in all tech and systems
• In-house IT and operational support, so you’re never left troubleshooting alone
Benefits• A values-led culture where clinical excellence, compassion, and staff wellbeing come first
• Continued professional development, clinical supervision, and reflective practice to support the ongoing development of your clinical skills
• Competitive salary based on experience (£45,000 - £80,000 per annum), with annual salary reviews and pension contributions
• Generous leave entitlement, including 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays - and a day off for your birthday
• Private healthcare to support your physical and mental health
• A company laptop and on-call IT support to enable seamless working
• Opportunities to contribute beyond clinical work through training and research initiatives
• Company events
• Access to a collaborative, multidisciplinary team passionate about improving outcomes for neurodivergent individuals and their families
This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact for families through high-quality neurodevelopmental assessments in a supportive, professional environment. Join an award-winning team dedicated to transforming neurodevelopmental care.