Children & Young Peoples ASD Assessor

Full Job Description is attached. As a CYP ASD Assessor, you will be responsible for: Clinical Assessment • Reviewing referrals and supporting information. • Completing autism assessments using evidence-based approaches. • Gathering multi-informant evidence across home and educational settings. • Utilising validated assessment tools and questionnaires where required. • Assessing developmental history, neurodevelopmental presentation and functional impact. • Contributing to MDT diagnostic decision-making aligned with DSM-5 and ICD-11 criteria. • Identifying co-existing needs, risks and safeguarding concerns. Communication and Reporting • Producing detailed, accurate diagnostic reports. • Providing neurodiversity-affirming feedback to families. • Communicating outcomes and recommendations clearly and professionally. • Sharing assessment outcomes with GPs in line with consent and information governance requirements. • Providing advice and signposting to appropriate support services. Governance and Quality • Maintaining accurate clinical records and documentation. • Working within safeguarding policies and clinical governance frameworks. • Participating in supervision, reflective practice and mandatory training. • Contributing to service evaluation, audit and quality improvement activities. • Supporting safe and effective pathway delivery. Partnership Working • Working closely with operational teams to maintain pathway efficiency. • Collaborating with MDT colleagues including nursing, psychology, speech and language therapy, occupational therapy and medical professionals. • Liaising appropriately with education, health and community services to support patient care and onward planning. Job description Job responsibilities Full Job Description is attached. As a CYP ASD Assessor, you will be responsible for: Clinical Assessment • Reviewing referrals and supporting information. • Completing autism assessments using evidence-based approaches. • Gathering multi-informant evidence across home and educational settings. • Utilising validated assessment tools and questionnaires where required. • Assessing developmental history, neurodevelopmental presentation and functional impact. • Contributing to MDT diagnostic decision-making aligned with DSM-5 and ICD-11 criteria. • Identifying co-existing needs, risks and safeguarding concerns. Communication and Reporting • Producing detailed, accurate diagnostic reports. • Providing neurodiversity-affirming feedback to families. • Communicating outcomes and recommendations clearly and professionally. • Sharing assessment outcomes with GPs in line with consent and information governance requirements. • Providing advice and signposting to appropriate support services. Governance and Quality • Maintaining accurate clinical records and documentation. • Working within safeguarding policies and clinical governance frameworks. • Participating in supervision, reflective practice and mandatory training. • Contributing to service evaluation, audit and quality improvement activities. • Supporting safe and effective pathway delivery. Partnership Working • Working closely with operational teams to maintain pathway efficiency. • Collaborating with MDT colleagues including nursing, psychology, speech and language therapy, occupational therapy and medical professionals. • Liaising appropriately with education, health and community services to support patient care and onward planning.