About this role
Job summary
The Senior ADHD Prescriber is a key clinical role within Skylight Psychiatrys growing neurodevelopmental service. This position combines direct patient care with opportunities to contribute to prescribing governance, service development, and clinical quality improvement. Working closely with the Clinical Director and multidisciplinary team, the postholder will support the delivery of safe, effective, and evidence-based ADHD assessment and medication management services for children, young people, and adults across the UK.
Main duties of the job
The Senior ADHD Prescriber will conduct ADHD diagnostic assessments, initiate and manage ADHD medication treatments, and carry out follow-up reviews for patients undergoing titration. The role includes managing an active prescribing caseload, providing expert advice on ADHD prescribing matters, and supporting colleagues with complex prescribing queries. In addition, the postholder will contribute to prescribing governance activities such as clinical audits, supervision, and the development of standard operating procedures, helping to maintain high clinical standards and support the continued growth of the service.
About us
Skylight Psychiatry is an independent provider of specialist neurodevelopmental assessment and treatment services, delivering high-quality ADHD and autism assessments for children, young people, and adults throughout the UK. The organisation is committed to providing accessible, patient-centred, and evidence-based care through a collaborative multidisciplinary approach. As an innovative and rapidly expanding service, Skylight Psychiatry combines clinical excellence with a strong focus on continuous improvement, ensuring the highest standards of care for the individuals and families it supports.
Job description Job responsibilities
Senior ADHD Prescriber (Independent Prescriber)
0.8 WTE | £58,000£62,000 FTE (pro-rated)
Remote with occasional attendance in Basingstoke
Job Type: Permanent
Skylight Psychiatry is an independent provider of neurodevelopmental assessment and treatment services delivering high-quality ADHD and autism assessments for children, young people and adults across the UK.
As our ADHD service continues to grow, we are seeking an experienced Senior ADHD Prescriber to join our clinical team. This role combines clinical prescribing activity with opportunities to contribute to prescribing governance within an established multidisciplinary service.
The RoleThe Senior ADHD Prescriber will support safe and effective ADHD medication management while contributing to the standardisation and governance of prescribing practice across the service.You will work closely with the Clinical Director and wider clinical team to support high-quality patient care and scalable clinical pathways.
Key responsibilities include:
Conducting 3 ADHD diagnostic assessments per week
Initiating ADHD medication where clinically indicated
Undertaking medication follow-up reviews for patients undergoing titration
Managing an active prescribing caseload
Acting as a senior point of reference for ADHD prescribing queries across the service
Contributing to prescribing governance activities including SOP development, supervision and audit
The role is primarily remote; however, the post-holder may be required to attend the Basingstoke office approximately once or twice per month for meetings or service development activities.
About YouWe are looking for a clinician who:
Is a qualified Independent Prescriber
Has experience prescribing ADHD medication
Has strong knowledge of NICE ADHD guidance
Is confident managing prescribing decisions and clinical risk
Is comfortable supporting colleagues with prescribing queries
Works well within a multidisciplinary clinical team
Experience conducting ADHD diagnostic assessments or working within neurodevelopmental services is desirable.
What We Offer
Flexible working within a supportive clinical team
Competitive salary
Opportunity to contribute to clinical pathway development
A collaborative multidisciplinary environmentThe opportunity to work within a growing and innovative neurodevelopmental service
How to ApplyPlease submit your CV and a short covering note outlining your relevant experience and interest in the role.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and we reserve the right to close the advert early if sufficient suitable applications are received.
Benefits:
Additional leave
Company events
Company pension
Flexitime
Free parking
Health & wellbeing programme
On-site parking
Work from home
Equality and DiversitySkylight Psychiatry is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and particularly encourage applications from individuals from groups currently under-represented in healthcare leadership roles. All appointments are made on merit through a fair and transparent recruitment process.
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Basingstoke RG24 8AG
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Is a qualified Independent Prescriber Has experience prescribing ADHD medication
Desirable
Is a qualified Independent Prescriber Has experience prescribing ADHD medication Has strong knowledge of NICE ADHD guidance Is confident managing prescribing decisions and clinical risk Is comfortable supporting colleagues with prescribing queries Works well within a multidisciplinary clinical team Experience conducting ADHD diagnostic assessments or working within neurodevelopmental services is desirable.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name Skylight Psychiatry
Address Skylight Psychiatry
Manor House, Lutyens Close
Lychpit
BASINGSTOKE
Hampshire
RG24 8AG
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.skylightpsychiatry.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)