Kirsop-Taylor Healthcare Ltd

Autism Assessment Team Lead

The closing date is 25 January 2026

Job summary

KT Healthcare is a family-owned organisation with personal experience of Autism and ADHD. We offer a service with a difference; one that has a real understanding of the challenges families and individuals can face when accessing neurodevelopmental services.

Our highly skilled clinicians deliver assessments for children, young people and adults, predominantly on a remote basis. We put exceptional client service, operational excellence, a friendly and compassionate culture, and unwavering integrity at the heart of everything we do.

We are growing our team to ensure we can help as many people as possible access high-quality services in a timely manner and as such, we are looking for a Team Lead to join us on this exciting journey!

Main duties of the job

What we are looking for

Significant expertise in Neurodevelopmental Assessments in addition to a core qualificaiton and registration in:

  • Clinical/Counselling/Forensic/Occupational/Education Psychology
  • Social Work
  • Nursing
  • Occupational Therapy
  • Or Speech Language Therapy

Relevant registration with HCPC, NMC or SWE SCW or SSSC

Highly experienced in conducting online ADOS and ADI-R assessments for both children and adults

Experience leading a team of clinicians within a neurodevelopmental assessment service

Ability to support complex MDT discussions

Attention to detail and ability to quality check clinical work

Experienced in offering supervision

Excellent knowledge of NICE guidelines and DSM-5 criteria

Excellent communication and organisation skills

About us

Why Join Us?

KT Healthcare was founded with personal experience of Autism and ADHD at its core, giving us a unique insight into the real challenges individuals and families can face when navigating neurodevelopmental services.

Were growing quickly but remain grounded in our mission: to provide exceptional care and create a workplace where people genuinely love what they do.

Our Benefits:

  • 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays
  • 3 additional paid festive days
  • Private health insurance
  • Employee discount platform
  • EAP service
  • Pension contributions
  • Ongoing CPD and professional development support
  • A flexible, inclusive culture that listens, supports, and values every voice

At KT Healthcare, youll be part of a team that cares deeply about our clients, our colleagues, and the quality of everything we do. If youre ready to make an impact and help lead an exceptional autism assessment service wed love to hear from you.

Details

Date posted

15 January 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£65,000 to £70,000 a year Excellent benefits package

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

AH1474479ChiAATL

Job locations

Office 43, Enterprise Centre, Terminus Road

Chichester

West Sussex

PO19 8FY


Job description

Job responsibilities

Autism Assessment Team Lead

  • Permanent, Full Time
  • You can be based from our Head Office in Chichester, hybrid or fully remote
  • £65,000 to £70,000 depending on experience
  • Excellent benefits package

About Us

KT Healthcare is a family-owned organisation with personal experience of Autism and ADHD. We offer a service with a difference; one that has a real understanding of the challenges families and individuals can face when accessing neurodevelopmental services.

Our highly skilled clinicians deliver assessments for children, young people and adults, predominantly on a remote basis. We put exceptional client service, operational excellence, a friendly and compassionate culture, and unwavering integrity at the heart of everything we do.

We are growing our team to ensure we can help as many people as possible access high-quality services in a timely manner and as such, we are looking for a Team Lead to join us on this exciting journey!

What we are looking for

  • Significant expertise in Neurodevelopmental Assessments with a core qualification and registration in
    • Clinical/Counselling/Forensic/Occupational/Education Psychology
    • Social Work
    • Nursing
    • Occupational Therapy
    • or Speech Language Therapy
  • Relevant registration with HCPC, NMC or SWE SCW or SSSC
  • Highly experienced in conducting online ADOS and ADI-R assessments for both children and adults
  • Experience leading a team of clinicians within a neurodevelopmental assessment service
  • Ability to support complex MDT discussions
  • Attention to detail and ability to quality check clinical work  
  • Experienced in offering supervision
  • Excellent knowledge of NICE guidelines and DSM-5 criteria
  • Excellent communication and organisation skills

Why Join Us?

KT Healthcare was founded with personal experience of Autism and ADHD at its core, giving us a unique insight into the real challenges individuals and families can face when navigating neurodevelopmental services.

We’re growing quickly but remain grounded in our mission: to provide exceptional care and create a workplace where people genuinely love what they do.

Our Benefits:

  • 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays
  • 3 additional paid “festive days”
  • Private health insurance
  • Employee discount platform
  • EAP service
  • Pension contributions
  • Ongoing CPD and professional development support
  • A flexible, inclusive culture that listens, supports, and values every voice

At KT Healthcare, you’ll be part of a team that cares deeply about our clients, our colleagues, and the quality of everything we do. If you’re ready to make an impact and help lead an exceptional autism assessment service we’d love to hear from you.

If you would like to discuss anything prior to submitting your application, please contact Abigail.Hewitt@kirsoptaylorhealthcare.com

Job description

Job responsibilities

Autism Assessment Team Lead

  • Permanent, Full Time
  • You can be based from our Head Office in Chichester, hybrid or fully remote
  • £65,000 to £70,000 depending on experience
  • Excellent benefits package

About Us

KT Healthcare is a family-owned organisation with personal experience of Autism and ADHD. We offer a service with a difference; one that has a real understanding of the challenges families and individuals can face when accessing neurodevelopmental services.

Our highly skilled clinicians deliver assessments for children, young people and adults, predominantly on a remote basis. We put exceptional client service, operational excellence, a friendly and compassionate culture, and unwavering integrity at the heart of everything we do.

We are growing our team to ensure we can help as many people as possible access high-quality services in a timely manner and as such, we are looking for a Team Lead to join us on this exciting journey!

What we are looking for

  • Significant expertise in Neurodevelopmental Assessments with a core qualification and registration in
    • Clinical/Counselling/Forensic/Occupational/Education Psychology
    • Social Work
    • Nursing
    • Occupational Therapy
    • or Speech Language Therapy
  • Relevant registration with HCPC, NMC or SWE SCW or SSSC
  • Highly experienced in conducting online ADOS and ADI-R assessments for both children and adults
  • Experience leading a team of clinicians within a neurodevelopmental assessment service
  • Ability to support complex MDT discussions
  • Attention to detail and ability to quality check clinical work  
  • Experienced in offering supervision
  • Excellent knowledge of NICE guidelines and DSM-5 criteria
  • Excellent communication and organisation skills

Why Join Us?

KT Healthcare was founded with personal experience of Autism and ADHD at its core, giving us a unique insight into the real challenges individuals and families can face when navigating neurodevelopmental services.

We’re growing quickly but remain grounded in our mission: to provide exceptional care and create a workplace where people genuinely love what they do.

Our Benefits:

  • 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays
  • 3 additional paid “festive days”
  • Private health insurance
  • Employee discount platform
  • EAP service
  • Pension contributions
  • Ongoing CPD and professional development support
  • A flexible, inclusive culture that listens, supports, and values every voice

At KT Healthcare, you’ll be part of a team that cares deeply about our clients, our colleagues, and the quality of everything we do. If you’re ready to make an impact and help lead an exceptional autism assessment service we’d love to hear from you.

If you would like to discuss anything prior to submitting your application, please contact Abigail.Hewitt@kirsoptaylorhealthcare.com

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • core profession, ADOS, ADIR

Desirable

  • ADHD
Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • core profession, ADOS, ADIR

Desirable

  • ADHD

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Kirsop-Taylor Healthcare Ltd

Address

Office 43, Enterprise Centre, Terminus Road

Chichester

West Sussex

PO19 8FY


Employer's website

https://kirsoptaylorhealthcare.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Kirsop-Taylor Healthcare Ltd

Address

Office 43, Enterprise Centre, Terminus Road

Chichester

West Sussex

PO19 8FY


Employer's website

https://kirsoptaylorhealthcare.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Senior Resourcing Partner

Abbi Hewitt

abigail.hewitt@kirsoptaylorhealthcare.com

07939344121

Details

Date posted

15 January 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£65,000 to £70,000 a year Excellent benefits package

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

AH1474479ChiAATL

Job locations

Office 43, Enterprise Centre, Terminus Road

Chichester

West Sussex

PO19 8FY


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