Psychologist – autism pathway

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 24 April 2026
LOCATION
Essex
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
SALARY
£54,600 / year
CATEGORY
Healthcare
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SKILLS

ADOS ADI-R 3Di Psychology Autism Paediatrics

FULL DESCRIPTION

Psychologist – autism pathway

[Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk] are recruiting for a Clinical Psychologist to work within a specialist paediatrics service in central Essex who have an overall CQC rating of “outstanding.”

Psychologist – autism pathway

[Employer hidden] are recruiting for a Clinical Psychologist to work within a specialist paediatrics service in central Essex who have an overall CQC rating of “outstanding.”

Role snapshot****:

Working for an award-winning health and social care provider, t he candidate appointed will be joining an MDT based in the community paediatrics service for those referred to the autism pathway. The post holder will hold their own clinical caseload but will also have the opportunity to contribute to service development, teaching, training and research.

The successful candidate will conduct neurodevelopmental and psychological assessments for service users (children and young adults) referred for autism diagnosis

this post is eligible for NHS Pension

those require visa sponsorship are welcome to apply

Contract type – 2 year FTC

Hours – both part time and full time will be considered

Salary – £48,500 – £54,600 FTE

Experience required:

Due to the nature of the role, Clinical Psychologists applying will have ADOS, ADI-R or 3Di training. A car driver/owner is also require to enable the post holder to travel to various sites.

Why [Employer hidden]?

As an experienced permanent recruiter to services across the nation, we understand the complex nature of Psychological Therapies and can draw on years of experience to ensure you are offered a bespoke service and any offer of employment is representative of your skills and experience.

In addition, you will be working with Lena Antoniou, a healthcare recruitment consultant with 18 years of experience, 12 years of which recruiting solely within Psychological Therapies and therefore offering specialist knowledge and a passion for this industry. Lena can offer support and advice with CV writing, bespoke interview preparationand tips along with sound knowledge of the employer, the role, and their ethos.

If you are interested in this role and wish to find out more then please apply today.

Not for you? Refer those that meet the criteria, and you will receive a referral bonus, as our way of saying thank you.

Reference ID: 2282

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