ADHD (Adult) Assessor

Job summary
Join Our Growing Adult ADHD Service.

Are you passionate about transforming the lives of adults living with ADHD? Do you want to be part of an innovative, patient-centred service that is making a real difference every day?

Due to the continued success and expansion of our NHS Adult ADHD Service, we are excited to recruit Assessors to join our experienced and supportive multidisciplinary team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a well-established, forward-thinking NHS service, delivering high-quality ADHD assessments and supporting adults on their journey to diagnosis and treatment. You'll join a collaborative team committed to clinical excellence, continuous learning and providing compassionate, evidence-based care.

If you're looking for a rewarding role where your skills will have a genuine impact on patients' lives, we'd love to hear from you.

Main duties of the job
As an ADHD Assessor, you will:

• Undertake comprehensive adult ADHD assessments.
• Gather and analyse information from patients and relevant third parties.
• Complete high-quality clinical reports and documentation.
• Present cases within multidisciplinary team meetings.
• Contribute to diagnostic decision-making.
• Identify and appropriately manage clinical risk.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to deliver an effective and patient-centred service.
• Participate in regular clinical supervision, training and service development activities.

About us
Crofton ADHD Service is an NHS commissioned service delivered by Crofton & Sharlston Medical Practice. We are committed to providing safe, compassionate and evidence-based care to adults referred for ADHD assessment and treatment.

Our experienced multidisciplinary team includes GPs, ADHD Clinicians, Assessors and dedicated administrative support staff. We pride ourselves on maintaining high clinical standards through regular MDT meetings, clinical supervision, audit and continuous quality improvement.

Job responsibilities
Job Summary
The ADHD Assessor will work as part of a multidisciplinary team delivering high-quality assessments for adults referred to the Crofton ADHD Service. The post holder will undertake comprehensive ADHD assessments, contribute to diagnostic decision-making, participate in MDT discussions and support the delivery of a safe, effective and patient-centred service.

The successful candidate will work within national guidance, local policies and professional standards to ensure patients receive timely, evidence-based care.

Main Duties and Responsibilities
Clinical Responsibilities

• Undertake comprehensive adult ADHD assessments using approved assessment tools and clinical frameworks.
• Gather and analyse information from patients, relatives, carers and other professionals where appropriate.
• Complete detailed assessment reports and documentation.
• Present complex cases at MDT meetings.
• Contribute to diagnostic discussions and formulation of care plans.
• Identify and appropriately manage clinical risks.
• Recognise and escalate safeguarding concerns in accordance with local procedures.
• Signpost patients to appropriate services and support organisations.
• Maintain accurate, contemporaneous clinical records using SystmOne.

Governance and Quality

• Work in accordance with NICE guidance, local policies and service protocols.
• Participate in clinical supervision and reflective practice.
• Contribute to audits, service evaluations and quality improvement initiatives.
• Support the implementation of clinical governance processes.
• Maintain professional registration and continuing professional development.

Communication

• Communicate effectively with patients, carers, GPs and external agencies.
• Provide clear explanations regarding assessment outcomes and next steps.
• Contribute positively to MDT discussions and service development.

Professional Responsibilities

• Maintain confidentiality and comply with GDPR requirements.
• Work within the scope of professional competence and registration.
• Adhere to all practice and service policies and procedures.
• Demonstrate professionalism, integrity and compassion at all times.

General Responsibilities
The post holder may be required to undertake other duties commensurate with the grade of the post following discussion with their line manager.

Person Specification
Experience
Essential

• Essential Experience
• Experience of working within mental health, neurodevelopmental services or primary care.
• Experience of undertaking comprehensive clinical assessments.
• Experience of risk assessment and risk management.
• Experience of maintaining accurate clinical records.
• Experience of multidisciplinary team working.
• Essential Knowledge
• Understanding of ADHD and neurodevelopmental conditions.
• Knowledge of NICE guidance relating to ADHD.
• Understanding of safeguarding adults.
• Understanding of confidentiality, information governance and GDPR.
• Essential Skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong assessment and clinical reasoning skills.
• Ability to produce high-quality written reports.
• Good organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Competent IT skills.

Desirable

• Non-Medical Prescribing qualification.
• Previous experience undertaking ADHD assessments.
• Experience of using DIVA, ACE or equivalent ADHD assessment tools.
• Experience within a Right to Choose ADHD service.
• Experience of SystmOne.
• Experience of service development or quality improvement work.

Qualifications
Essential

• Current registration with an appropriate professional body (NMC, HCPC or Social Work England).
• Professional qualification in Nursing, Occupational Therapy, Social Work, Paramedic Science or other relevant healthcare profession.

Desirable

• Non-Medical Prescribing qualification.
• Previous experience undertaking ADHD assessments.
• Experience of using DIVA, ACE+ or equivalent ADHD assessment tools.
• Experience within a Right to Choose ADHD service.
• Experience of SystmOne.
• Experience of service development or quality improvement work.

Personal Attributes
Essential

• Professional and compassionate approach.
• Commitment to patient-centred care.
• Flexible and adaptable.
• Motivated and proactive.
• Commitment to continuous professional development.

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.
Applicants must have current UK professional registration.