Job Description & How to Apply Below
We are seeking an experienced clinicians to join a
well-structured Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service, delivering
neurodevelopmental diagnostic assessments for children and young people.
The service operates across multiple commissioned pathways,
with the majority of clinical work supporting Right to Choose (RTC)
assessments, alongside a developing private pathway.
This is a specialist diagnostic role within a structured
clinical framework. The post holder will undertake the second stage of
assessment, building on comprehensive pre-collected information (including
developmental history, school reports and informant questionnaires), to reach
clear, evidence-based diagnostic conclusions.
Main duties of the jobThis role is open to the following specialists - Specialty Doctor, Associate Specialist , Consultant Paediatrics in Psychiatry or GPwER, CAMHS Neurodevelopmental Diagnostics (ADHD and Autism)
The role sits within:a defined ADHD pathway and/oran under 5s autism pathway, and/ora combined ADHD and Autism pathway with responsibility for delivering safe, consistent, and high-quality diagnostic decision-making within these frameworks.
About us Held Health is a growing healthcare organisation redefining assessment
and support for neurodiversity, Autism, ADHD, learning difficulties, and
mental health across the UK. We deliver evidence based clinical pathways
supported by rigorous governance, strong data quality, and a genuinely
neurodivergent affirming culture.
As we grow, were building modern, digital first
operations that make accessing care simpler, faster, and more accessible for
children, young people and families. Our goal at Held Health is to deliver care
so exceptional that it becomes the natural choice people recommend to their
friends and family.
Details Date posted
29 July 2026
Pay scheme
Other Salary
Depending on experience
Contract Permanent Working pattern
Full-time,
Part-time,
Flexible working
Reference numberEJob locations
The Generator Hub Kings Wharf, The Quay Exeter DevonEX2 4AN
United Kingdom Manchester RoomsManchesterM
27 6DB
United Kingdom Bristol rooms
BristolBS1 6QF
United Kingdom Oxford rooms
OxfordOX4 4GP
United Kingdom Uxbridge rooms
LondonUB8 1JG
United Kingdom Job description
Job responsibilities
Main Duties of the Job Clinical Assessment & Diagnosis Undertake structured diagnostic assessments of children and young people
Conduct focused clinical interviews with young people and families
Review and integrate: developmental histories (completed at Stage
1) school reports and standardised tools results from computerised assessment tools (e.g. Creyos, QbCheck) parent/carer information clinical observation and interview
Establish diagnoses relating to: ADHD and/or Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) relevant co-occurring conditions
Work safely within defined ADHD and/or combined ADHDautism pathways in line with service protocols
Clinical Formulation & Decision-Making Integrate multi-source information into a biopsychosocial formulation
Apply recognised diagnostic frameworks (DSM-5 / ICD-10/11)
Make well-reasoned, evidence-based, and defensible diagnostic decisions
Work autonomously within: defined scope of practice agreed clinical pathways established governance arrangements
Recognise limits of competence and seek advice where appropriate, in line with GMC Good Medical Practice Feedback & Psychoeducation Deliver structured feedback to young people and families, including: explanation of diagnosis (or non-diagnosis) individual formulation strengths and needs
Provide tailored psychoeducation on ADHD and Autism, including functional impact and support options
Management Planning & Medication Pathway Provide evidence-based recommendations, including: behavioural strategies environmental and educational support
Explain the medication pathway where appropriate, including: indications (particularly ADHD) risks, benefits, and next steps
Documentation
Produce clear, accurate, and high-quality clinical reports including: diagnostic outcomesrationalerecommendations
Maintain records in line with: GMC Good Medical PracticeNHS and organisational governance standards MDT & Service Working Work collaboratively with:
Stage 1 assessment clinicians multidisciplinary colleagues administrative teams
Participate in: case discussion and peer review service development activities where appropriate
Governance & CPD Participate in: audit and quality improvement clinical governance processes
Maintain: continuing professional development appraisal and revalidation
Working Pattern Flexible and sessional working arrangements
Assessments are delivered primarily remotely, with a combination of remote and/or in-person work depending on pathway requirements and clinical need
Work patterns designed to support service demand and continuity of care across the year
No on-call or acute care responsibilities
Job description
Job responsibilities
Main Duties of the Job Clinical Assessment & Diagnosis Undertake structured diagnostic assessments of children and young people
Conduct focused…
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