Speech and Language Therapist
2 days ago
Nottingham
Speech and Language Therapist – Autism Assessor Salary: £70,000 per annum (Full-Time, Salaried) Location: Remote (UK-based) Contract Type: Permanent Job Summary We are seeking an experienced Speech and Language Therapist (SLT) with expertise in neurodevelopmental assessment to join a specialist autism diagnostic service. In this role, you will deliver high-quality autism diagnostic assessments, with a primary focus on administering the Autism Diagnostic Interview – Revised (ADI-R) as part of a multidisciplinary assessment pathway. You will conduct structured developmental interviews, gather detailed clinical histories, and contribute to diagnostic decision-making through comprehensive clinical reports. This role is delivered remotely and offers the opportunity to focus on structured, high-quality assessments while working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team of clinicians involved in autism diagnosis. Main Duties and Responsibilities The post holder will: • Deliver structured ADI-R assessments remotely in line with national clinical guidance and best practice., • Conduct comprehensive developmental history interviews with parents, carers and/or individuals as part of the autism diagnostic process., • Gather and synthesise information from clinical interviews, questionnaires, behavioural observations and collateral information where available., • Use clinical judgement and professional expertise to contribute to diagnostic formulation using recognised frameworks such as DSM-5 / ICD-11., • Produce high-quality clinical reports summarising assessment findings and supporting diagnostic decisions., • Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation on the clinical platform., • Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team (MDT) including psychologists, psychiatrists and other allied health professionals involved in the diagnostic pathway., • Communicate sensitively and effectively with patients, families and carers throughout the assessment process., • Identify and escalate safeguarding concerns in line with established procedures., • Participate in MDT case discussions and contribute to diagnostic decision-making., • Ensure compliance with clinical governance, safeguarding, confidentiality and data protection requirements., • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of autism assessment practice and participate in relevant professional development. Essential Requirements • Degree or postgraduate qualification in Speech and Language Therapy., • HCPC registration as a Speech and Language Therapist., • Formal training in ADI-R (Autism Diagnostic Interview – Revised)., • Demonstrable experience conducting autism or neurodevelopmental assessments., • Strong clinical report writing skills., • Experience working within multidisciplinary diagnostic teams., • Ability to deliver assessments via remote or digital clinical platforms. Desirable Experience • Training or experience in additional autism assessment tools such as ADOS-2, 3Di or DISCO., • Experience working in CAMHS, adult autism services, or neurodevelopmental pathways., • Experience conducting remote diagnostic assessments. What We Offer • £70,000 annual salary, • Fully remote working, • Structured assessment clinics and protected admin time, • Supportive multidisciplinary clinical environment, • Opportunities for ongoing professional development