Locum Clinical Psychologist – ADHD & Autism Assessments (Remote)

Job information

  • Job reference: JD
  • Location: Remote
  • Job type: Locum
  • Job sector: Psychology
  • Salary: £65 - £85ph - negotiable
  • Published: January 28, 2026
Job reference: JD

£65–£85 per hour | Minimum 12 Hours per Week | Diagnostic Report Sign-Off Required

We are recruiting experienced Clinical Psychologists to deliver ADHD and Autism diagnostic assessments remotely. This flexible locum opportunity is ideal for clinicians confident in completing full assessments and signing off diagnostic reports in line with NHS and local authority standards.


Key Details

  • Position: Remote Locum Clinical Psychologist – ADHD & Autism

  • Rate: £65–£85 per hour (depending on experience)

  • Commitment: Minimum 12 hours per week

  • Contract Type: Locum

  • Key Requirement: Ability to sign off diagnostic reports


Role Responsibilities

  • Complete full ADHD and/or Autism diagnostic assessments remotely

  • Conduct clinical interviews, gather developmental histories, and review multi-informant evidence

  • Produce high-quality diagnostic reports aligned with NICE guidelines

  • Sign off diagnostic reports for confirmed diagnoses

  • Work collaboratively within multi-agency frameworks including schools, CAMHS, and social care

  • Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation


Core Requirements (All Clinicians)

  • Relevant professional qualification (e.g., Clinical Psychologist)

  • Registration with an appropriate professional body (HCPC or GMC)

  • Enhanced DBS on the update service

  • Safeguarding training within the last 12 months

  • Experience working within multi-agency frameworks

  • Professional indemnity insurance in place

  • Two recent clinical references (managerial/supervisory preferred)


Autism Assessment Requirements

  • ADI-R trained and certified

  • Ideally ADOS-2 trained, or able to work alongside an ADOS-trained colleague

  • Experience delivering full NICE-aligned, multi-informant ASD assessments

  • Competent in producing diagnostic reports meeting NHS and local authority standards


ADHD Assessment Requirements

  • DIVA-5 trained

  • Experience completing full ADHD assessments including developmental history, rating scales, school information, and risk screening

  • Skilled in producing clear, evidence-based diagnostic formulations


This advert is fully remote, offering maximum flexibility for clinicians.

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