About this role
Job summary
This role offers the opportunity to deliver high quality, neuro affirming autism and ADHD assessments for children and young people, while being part of a values led organisation that genuinely prioritises clinician wellbeing, professional autonomy and clinical excellence.
At Held Health, clinicians are encouraged to bring their expertise, curiosity and compassion to their work. You will contribute to gold standard diagnostic assessments, work collaboratively with families and professionals, and support ongoing service development as we continue to grow. This is an ideal role for a clinician who is passionate about neurodevelopmental practice and wants flexibility, support and the chance to shape meaningful outcomes for children and young people.
Main duties of the job
As a Neurodevelopmental Assessor, you will play a key role in contributing to autism and ADHD diagnostic assessments for children and young people under 18 (up to 25 with an EHCP). You will work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, gathering and analysing assessment information, contributing to formulation, and producing high quality, neuro affirming reports.
You will engage with children, young people and their families throughout the assessment process, offering guidance, clarity and post diagnostic support where appropriate. The role also involves working alongside colleagues and partner agencies, contributing to MDT discussions, and supporting clinical excellence across neurodevelopmental pathways. There are opportunities to contribute to service development and to further develop specialist assessment skills with supervision and CPD support.
About us
Held Health is a growing healthcare organisation redefining assessment and support for neurodivergent children, young people and adults across the UK. We deliver evidence based pathways for Autism, ADHD, learning difficulties and mental health, underpinned by robust governance, thoughtful use of data, and a strong commitment to quality.
Our culture is collaborative, values led and genuinely neuro affirming. We prioritise reflective practice, psychological safety, and meaningful professional development, creating an environment where clinicians feel trusted, supported and heard. Multidisciplinary working is central to what we do, with close collaboration across clinical, operational and leadership teams.
As an organisation, we are building modern, digital first services that improve access, consistency and outcomes for families. Staff at Held Health benefit from regular clinical supervision, strong peer support, flexibility where possible, and opportunities to shape services as we grow. Our ambition is simple: to deliver care so exceptional that it becomes the natural choice people recommend to others.
Job description Job responsibilities
Job Title: Neurodevelopmental Assessor (Children & Young People)
Location: Hybrid in person clinics with some remote working (clinic location to be one of those listed.)
Hours: Fulltime preferred; flexible across weekdays 37.5 hours
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £42,000 £49,000 pro rata, depending on experience
Key Responsibilities
Contribute to the diagnostic assessment of autism in children and young people under 18Contribute, alongside colleagues, to ADHD and other neurodevelopmental assessments where appropriateWork under the guidance of senior clinicians to provide advice, guidance and support to families and professionalsDeliver tailored, evidence based, outcome focused and time limited support to families of neurodivergent children and young peopleProvide post diagnostic support and signpostingProduce high quality, neuro affirming written reports in line with best practice standardsParticipate in MDT discussions and support collaborative clinical decision makingSupport clinical excellence across the Autism and ADHD pathwaysMaintain high standards of record keeping and information governance
Person Specification
Experience Essential
Experience contributing to autism and/or ADHD assessments for children and young people Training in relevant assessment tools (e.g. ADOS2, ADIR, DIVA, ACE or equivalent) Experience using a range of specialist assessment and intervention tools Experience writing high quality, neuro affirming clinical reports Knowledge of national and local autism and ADHD policy and legislation Understanding of multidisciplinary and/or multiagency working Knowledge of standards of clinical record keeping
Desirable
Experience working with neurodivergent children, children with learning disabilities and/or mental health needs Experience developing or delivering support packages for parents and families Experience of multiagency partnership working within health, education or social care
Qualifications Essential
Relevant degree in professional specialism (e.g. Nursing, Allied Health Professional, Social Work, Education) Registered member of a relevant professional body (e.g. NMC, HCPC, SWE, RCOT) Post registration qualification or demonstrable equivalent experience to postgraduate diploma level (minimum 1 year)
Desirable
Additional specialist training in neurodevelopmental assessment
Knowledge, Skills and Attributes Essential
Strong understanding of the needs of autistic children and their families Insight into the changing needs of neurodivergent individuals across childhood Ability to work collaboratively within MDT environments Clear, compassionate communication skills Commitment to neuro affirming and evidence based practice
Desirable
Demonstrated ongoing professional interest in autism and neurodevelopment Competence using information gathering and clinical reporting systems Willingness to further develop specialist knowledge and skills
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 Held Health Limited
Address The Node
Barnstaple
EX31 3YB
Employer's website https://www.held.health/ (Opens in a new tab)