Autism Assessor for CYP (ADOS +/- ADIR trained) - Remote

We are looking for ADOS trained clinicians who will work as a member of a multidisciplinary assessment team, delivering:

• Remote child observations (via video calls), if you have the relevant skills
• Peer MDT diagnostic decision-making, with the support of the senior clinical MDT where required
• Tech-enabled outcome report writing
• Outcome calls with parents and families (via video call)

Main duties of the job Responsibilities:

• Conduct high-quality autism assessments.
• Act in accordance with our Safeguarding Policy, including conducting a risk assessment where necessary.
• Keep up to date with mandatory training and your professional qualification requirements, including CPD.

About us: Paloma's mission is to make children's autism and ADHD assessments and care available on the NHS within 4 weeks of GP referral. We are making this happen by redesigning care pathways, building new software & AI tools, and training up a specialist clinical workforce.

Time commitment: Full-time employment is preferred, though we can also offer part-time (minimum of 3 days per week).

Location: This is a fully remote role; however, you must permanently reside in the UK throughout your employment with Paloma.

Reporting to: Autism Service Team Manager.

Qualifications and experience:

• Professional Registration with any of: HCPC, NMC, GMC or Social Work England
• Completion of a recognised ADOS-2 course required for NMC, HCPC and, Social Work England registered applicants.
• At least 1 years experience in children and young people's autism diagnostic assessments with specific knowledge including:

• A sound understanding of co-occurring conditions and differentials.
• Ability to present findings, including diagnostic formulation, concisely into a clinical report which is client-centred and includes a strengths and needs profile.
• High-quality parent and patient communication skills
• Enhanced DBS with barred list check (as you will be working with children)
• Experience in conducting risk assessments within an autism assessment service
• Evidence of Safeguarding training (Level 3 and above)
• Experience in ADHD assessments

We offer:

• A strong and positive culture that prioritises staff well-being, transparency, and career development.
• Protected time and budget for team connection, learning, and community-building.
• Salary of £58,000-70,000 per year based on experience, clinical background and desired working pattern.
• Home working equipment allowance and professional registration allowance.
• Annual salary reviews, 5% employer pension, and company laptop.
• Share options in Paloma Health.
• A unique leave benefits package includes 25 days of annual leave, your birthday off, and 10 days of paid sabbatical leave every three completed years of service.
• Access to NHS discounts, including the Blue Light Card (as we are an NHS provider).

Paloma Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace and throughout the application process. We do not discriminate based on any protected characteristic.

Application process: Please apply via our website. We understand that applying for a new job requires a significant amount of effort, and we appreciate your time. We look forward to reviewing your application.