Clinical Psychologist in Harrogate

Position: Clinical Psychologist – Neurodevelopmental Assessments

Location: Harrogate, North Yorkshire

Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time and Part-Time Available)

Working Pattern: Clinic-Based / Hybrid (Minimum 1-2 days in office)

Salary: £49,000 - £79,000 per annum (dependent on experience)

RGH-Global are excited to present an excellent opportunity to join an award-winning, NHS approved independent psychology and neurodevelopmental practice. This dynamic team delivers high-quality, evidence-based diagnostic assessments for children and young people, collaborating closely with NHS-funded referrals and private pathways to provide exceptional care.

We are seeking Clinical Psychologists for full-time and part-time roles within our client's Neurodevelopmental Assessment Team based in Harrogate. This is an exciting and valuable clinic-based/hybrid position (minimum 1-2 days in office) for suitably qualified clinicians working with children and young people referred for autism and/or ADHD assessments via NHS Patient Choice and GP pathways. You will join a passionate and supportive multidisciplinary team dedicated to making a meaningful difference in the lives of children, young people and their families.

Responsibilities include:

• Conducting face-to-face structured observations as part of the neurodevelopmental assessment process
• Conducting remote developmental history interviews with parents and carers via Zoom
• Participating collaboratively in peer MDT diagnostic discussions, supported by senior clinicians where needed
• Delivering clear, compassionate feedback to families
• Producing accurate clinical reports, including diagnostic formulations, with the help of smart tools
• Writing assessment reports in a timely and professional manner with appropriate recommendations and interventions
• Working efficiently to meet service Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
• Delivering clinical supervision to junior staff members (where applicable)
• Attending the Harrogate clinic base for in-person assessments (minimum 1-2 days per week)

Essential Requirements:

• HCPC registered Practitioner Psychologist (Clinical Psychologist, Counselling Psychologist, or Educational Psychologist) with minimum 1 year professional registration
• Minimum of 1 year experience conducting diagnostic neurodevelopmental/specialist developmental assessments with children and young people OR adults
• Experience with assessment tools for autism and/or ADHD
• Must have worked within a Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) conducting assessments - NOT worked alone
• Willing to conduct assessments for BOTH autism AND ADHD
• Willing to be trained in either area if lacking experience in one
• In-depth knowledge of DSM-5 diagnostic criteria for autism and ADHD
• Strong understanding of differential diagnosis in neurodevelopmental presentations
• Experience working with children and young people with neurodevelopmental disorders or mental health difficulties in a clinical setting
• Effective time management and caseload organisation skills, with the ability to manage competing demands and meet clinical deadlines
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team and participate in collaborative diagnostic discussions
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills used to produce high-quality clinical reports
• Well-developed communication skills with children, young people, and their families, ensuring compassionate, clear, and professional interactions throughout the assessment process
• Must be eligible to work in the UK

Highly Desirable:

• Trained and experienced in the use of ADOS-2 and ADI-R
• Clinical supervision experience
• Additional qualifications in relevant areas of autism and/or ADHD
• Experience conducting assessments of mental health conditions

Benefits:

• A values-led culture where clinical excellence, compassion, and staff wellbeing come first
• Continued professional development, clinical supervision, and reflective practice to support the ongoing development of your clinical skills
• Competitive salary based on experience (£49,000 - £79,000 per annum), with annual salary reviews and pension contributions
• Generous leave entitlement, including 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays - and a day off for your birthday
• Private healthcare to support your physical and mental health
• A company laptop and on-call IT support to enable seamless working
• Opportunities to contribute beyond clinical work through training and research initiatives
• Company events
• Access to a collaborative, multidisciplinary team passionate about improving outcomes for neurodivergent individuals and their families

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact for families through high-quality neurodevelopmental assessments in a supportive, professional environment. Join an award-winning team dedicated to transforming neurodevelopmental care.