ADOS Assessor - Remote

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