Speech and Language Therapist

Speech and Language Therapist – Autism Assessor

Salary: £60,000 per annum (Full-Time, Salaried)

Location: Remote (UK-based)

Contract Type: Permanent

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Speech and Language Therapist (SLT) with expertise in neurodevelopmental assessment to join a specialist autism diagnostic service.

In this role, you will deliver high-quality autism diagnostic assessments, with a primary focus on administering the Autism Diagnostic Interview – Revised (ADI-R) as part of a multidisciplinary assessment pathway. You will conduct structured developmental interviews, gather detailed clinical histories, and contribute to diagnostic decision-making through comprehensive clinical reports.

This role is delivered remotely and offers the opportunity to focus on structured, high-quality assessments while working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team of clinicians involved in autism diagnosis.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

The post holder will:

Deliver structured ADI-R assessments remotely in line with national clinical guidance and best practice.
Conduct comprehensive developmental history interviews with parents, carers and/or individuals as part of the autism diagnostic process.
Gather and synthesise information from clinical interviews, questionnaires, behavioural observations and collateral information where available.
Use clinical judgement and professional expertise to contribute to diagnostic formulation using recognised frameworks such as DSM-5 / ICD-11.
Produce high-quality clinical reports summarising assessment findings and supporting diagnostic decisions.
Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation on the clinical platform.
Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team (MDT) including psychologists, psychiatrists and other allied health professionals involved in the diagnostic pathway.
Communicate sensitively and effectively with patients, families and carers throughout the assessment process.
Identify and escalate safeguarding concerns in line with established procedures.
Participate in MDT case discussions and contribute to diagnostic decision-making.
Ensure compliance with clinical governance, safeguarding, confidentiality and data protection requirements.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of autism assessment practice and participate in relevant professional development.

Essential Requirements

Degree or postgraduate qualification in Speech and Language Therapy.
HCPC registration as a Speech and Language Therapist.
Formal training in ADI-R (Autism Diagnostic Interview – Revised).
Demonstrable experience conducting autism or neurodevelopmental assessments.
Strong clinical report writing skills.
Experience working within multidisciplinary diagnostic teams.
Ability to deliver assessments via remote or digital clinical platforms.

Desirable Experience

Training or experience in additional autism assessment tools such as ADOS-2, 3Di or DISCO.
Experience working in CAMHS, adult autism services, or neurodevelopmental pathways.
Experience conducting remote diagnostic assessments.

What We Offer

£60,000 annual salary
Fully remote working
Structured assessment clinics and protected admin time
Supportive multidisciplinary clinical environment
Opportunities for ongoing professional developmen