Speech and Language Therapist

Service Care Solutions

Speech and Language Therapist – Autism Assessor

Salary: £60,000 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

  • £60,000 annual salary
  • Fully remote working
  • Structured assessment clinics and protected admin time
  • Supportive multidisciplinary clinical environment
  • Opportunities for ongoing professional developmen
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