Job Description

Advanced Social Care Services including Advanced Adult Care Assessments

Job Title: Independent Speech and Language Therapist - Autism & ADHD Assessments (16+)

Location:

Remote and/or face-to-face (UK-based)

Contract Type:

Self-employed / Independent Contractor

Organisation:

Advanced Social Care Services (Adult)

Contract:

NHS Commissioned Service

Role Summary:

Advanced Social Care Services are seeking an experienced and compassionate

Speech and Language Therapist

with a strong background in neurodevelopmental conditions to support our NHS-commissioned

Autism and ADHD assessment service

for individuals aged 16 and over. In this independent role, you will contribute to multidisciplinary diagnostic assessments by offering expert insight into communication, language, social interaction, and pragmatic functioning--critical domains in Autism and ADHD diagnosis and support.

Key Responsibilities:

Conduct in-depth communication and language assessments to support diagnostic formulations for

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

and

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

.

Evaluate pragmatic language use, social communication, receptive and expressive language abilities, and any language-processing difficulties.

Provide specialist input during multidisciplinary diagnostic team meetings, contributing to comprehensive, person-centred formulations.

Deliver post-diagnostic recommendations tailored to individuals' communication profiles, including strategies for self-advocacy, independence, and access to services.

Engage with clients, families, and other professionals to gather comprehensive developmental, social, and communication histories.

Maintain timely, accurate, and confidential clinical documentation in accordance with

HCPC

,

RCSLT

, and

NHS

standards.

Work within a remote/hybrid team and comply with clinical governance protocols and national guidelines such as

NICE

.

Essential Criteria:

HCPC-registered Speech and Language Therapist

.

Member of RCSLT

(Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists).

Demonstrable experience working with

neurodiverse individuals

, particularly those with

ASD

and/or

ADHD

.

Specialist knowledge of communication profiles and social interaction difficulties associated with autism and co-occurring conditions.

Excellent communication, observation, and report-writing skills.





Familiarity with evidence-based tools and assessments for communication and pragmatic language (e.g., CCC-2, CELF-5, functional communication measures).

Confidence working independently and collaboratively within a

multidisciplinary diagnostic framework

.

Experience contributing to or working within

NHS diagnostic pathways

is highly

Qualifications and Experience:

A BSc (Hons) or MSc in Speech and Language Therapy from a UK university or an equivalent overseas qualification recognised in the UK.

Clinical experience supporting individuals with suspected or confirmed:

o

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

o

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Competence in assessing:

o Receptive and expressive language

o Pragmatic and social communication

o Non-verbal and augmentative communication methods

Familiarity with:

o

NICE Guidelines

for Autism and ADHD

o

RCSLT position papers

and guidance on neurodiversity

o

Relevant legislation

, including the

Equality Act 2010

,

Mental Capacity Act 2005

, and

Care Act 2014

Remuneration:

Competitive rates per assessment/report

Flexible hours

tailored to your availability and caseload capacity.

Interested?

If you're committed to delivering high-quality assessments and making a meaningful impact in the lives of neurodiverse adults, we want to hear from you.

Apply today

to join our trusted team of Independent Clinicians by contacting

Donna Whitehead, Service Manager

, at

Donna.Whitehead@advancedaca.co.uk

Please attach your

CV

when applying.

Job Type: Freelance

Pay: 28,577.33-49,952.61 per year

Work Location: Remote