ON-SITE ONLY (Leeds)
Description
Service Care Solutions are working with a clinician-led independent mental health provider expanding its Autism Assessment Service due to exceptionally high demand. This service delivers thorough, evidence-based autism assessments for adults across the UK, combining strong clinical governance with a neuro-affirming, patient-centred approach.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Nurse with ADOS training. Work is in-person in Leeds offering flexible sessional arrangements and a consistent referral flow.
Job Purpose: ADOS Assessor (Nurse) Pay: £250 LTD per Assessment on site, Outside IR35 Bonus: £250 Welcome Bonus, paid via Service Care Solutions Location: In-Person, Leeds clinic Working Hours: Monday to Sunday, Flexible Hours
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive autism diagnostic assessments in line with recognised diagnostic frameworks (DSM/ICD)
- Lead the full pathway including clinical interview, functional impact, developmental history, and collateral information review
- Interpret screening tools and psychometrics (e.g. RAADS-R, CAT-Q, AQ-50) as part of formulation
- Undertake structured behavioural observation, including ADOS-2 Module 4 where trained and indicated
- Consider differential diagnoses and co-occurring mental health presentations
- Produce high-quality, evidence-based diagnostic reports with clear rationale and practical recommendations
- Deliver sensitive feedback sessions including psychoeducation and signposting
- Work within robust clinical governance, safeguarding, and information governance standards
Requirements
- nmc registered Nurse
- Demonstrable experience independently completing adult autism assessments, ADOS/ADI-R
- ADOS-trained with competence in observational assessment
- Strong understanding of autism presentations, including masking and co-occurring conditions
- Experience interpreting tools such as RAADS-R, CAT-Q and AQ-50
- Excellent clinical report-writing skills
- Commitment to neuro-affirming, evidence-based practice
- Professional indemnity cover (or willingness to obtain)
Benefits
- Direct Pay process from End Client
- Flexible Working
- Excellent Pay Rates, Outside IR35
- £250 Training Allowance
- Exceptional Referral Bonuses
- Specialists’ mental health consultants offering single point of contact
- Frequent notifications for upcoming opportunities via text and email
- Nationwide provider of mental health staff to over 40 different NHS trusts offering mental health services and over 200 local authorities.
- FREE DBS Disclosures provided via fast-track online services
Why join Service Care Solutions? £250 Welcome Bonus
- We are offering a Welcome Bonus of £250, paid after completion of 150 hours (or equivalent) in your new placement.
Refer a Friend (Earn up to £750 per Referral)
- Simply refer your friend. If they get the role, we’ll give you up to £450 per Referral.
To Apply: Please contact Chris on using the below details: E: christopher.richardson@servicecare.org.uk T: (01772) 208 963
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